Choosing and applying

Checklist for choosing a course

Ten easy steps to help you find a postgraduate course.

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Postgraduate study in Ireland or Northern Ireland

Useful tips it you’re thinking of moving from the Republic of Ireland to Northern Ireland, or vice versa, for a postgraduate course.

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Conversion courses

Conversion courses are taught postgraduate courses that help you to ‘convert’ to a new discipline – or a new career.

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Alternative methods of study

If you can’t do full-time postgraduate study on campus, there are alternatives such as part-time study, distance learning, open learning, and flexible learning.

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Choosing a postgraduate course: the basics

Five factors to consider when deciding what type of postgraduate course would suit you.

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Is postgraduate study right for me?

There are a lot of good reasons for doing postgraduate study, but you should think carefully about whether it would it suit you.

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Choosing a university for postgraduate study

What’s most important when deciding where to do your postgraduate degree? It could be course content, location, costs, or the help available with funding.

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Knowing you, knowing your application questions

There are some typical questions that come up both in application forms and interviews. Knowing what you have to offer could mean an offer for you.

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Entry requirements and deadlines for postgraduate courses

Each college sets its own application procedure, including closing dates, and departments will have specific entry requirements for each postgraduate course.

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The secret of successful postgraduate applications

What to expect from a postgraduate course application form, and how to make yourself stand out.

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Applying for postgraduate courses

For all postgraduate courses (except teacher training) you need to apply directly to the university. Most applications involve an application form, a transcript of results, and an interview.

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Postgraduate applications FAQ

Your questions answered on the application process for postgraduate study.

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Postgraduate applications for mature or part-time students

If you’re a mature student or thinking of part-time study, here's how to make your postgraduate course application stand out.

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The secret of successful postgraduate interviews

How to make an outstanding impression at your interview for you postgraduate programme.

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What recruiters say about postgraduate qualifications

It’s worth being clued up on current attitudes towards postgrads in your potential area of work – you’ll be better equipped to sell your skills later on.

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How postgraduate study can further your career

If you choose wisely, postgraduate study can certainly help prepare you for your future career.

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Research v taught

One of the key differences between postgraduate programmes is whether you choose to do a taught course or study for a degree by research.

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