Are you considering digging deeper into your academic subject, stretching yourself further academically, perhaps you need to undertake a conversion course in order pursue you chosen career in law or as a psychologist or you feel destined for an academic career in research and becoming an expert in your field. The series of events on postgraduate study are aimed at helping you decide if postgraduate level study is right for you, as well as giving you practical information on when and how to apply, how to write strong applications, as well as funding. Some of our events will also have speakers who are studying towards their Masters or working on their PhD to bring to life what its really like.
Events:
17 November | 13:00 - 14:00 | Masters applications – personal statements by Victoria Godsell, Careers Consultant
An effective personal statement is a key element of the recruitment process for master's programmes, so your statement needs to be targeted and impactful to give you the best chance of securing an interview!
18 November | 14:00 - 15:00 | A PhD: What, me? by Jonathan Lloyd, Recruitment and Marketing Officer (Postgraduate Research)
Introduction to PhD study - entry requirements, supervisors, funding, how to apply and more. There will also be time for the presenters to answer questions.
19 November | 13:00 - 14:00 | Masters study is it for you? by Emma Butler, Careers Consultant
Will a master's degree make you more employable? What factors should you consider when choosing a course or institution? When and how should you apply?
20 November | 13:00 - 13:50 | Thinking of doing Master's at University of Reading? by Phil Etherington, Global Recruitment and Admissions
Come along to this 30 minute information session to find out more about study at postgraduate level at the University of Reading. You will get to hear the practical side such as – funding, application process and tips, as well as hear from current Masters students about what its really like. After the session there will be time for questions for the speakers.
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Did you know the amount of postgraduate funding/loans you are eligible for, depends on where your normally reside (when you are not attending University) in the UK?
For more information on funding linked to Northern Ireland, Scotland, Wales and England, visit Prospect's postgraduate funding information pages.
Still not sure? Hear some of our current students' experiences on our Careers blog.
- Postgraduate study: PhD student Graham Davies on study, UROP & top tips
- Master’s student Manxi Huang on why postgraduate study is beneficial…
- Is postgraduate study for you? It was for Rachel Newton, here’s what she has to say…
- PhD Student Charlie Suitters on postgraduate study
- Postgraduate study: a case study from MA Public Policy student Cait Pilkington
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