You might be in the middle of your second year as you read this, wondering if it’s a good idea to beef up your CV credentials with a Master’s course that relates more directly your planned career, or you may just be in the middle of studying for your A-Levels, curious about what kind of options you have once you leave Sixth Form. Here’s an overview (short of Doctorate courses) of all the options at your disposal.
A research degree (Master (MPhil) or Doctor of Philosophy (PhD) involves training in research methods and the execution of a piece of supervised research - the systematic high level study of a problem or topic and the presentation of the results in the form of a written thesis. If the research degree programme involves a collaborating establishment an external supervisor may be appointed from the establishment. Candidates studying through the distance learning mode will also have a local supervisor, based near the area in which they are studying.
Overseas study presents exciting opportunities for many prospective postgraduates, but there are plenty of factors to weigh up before you get your passport out.
The Master in Business Administration (MBA) degree is internationally recognised and is seen as a passport to a successful management career.The MBA is essentially a generalist qualification designed to widen the horizons of business professionals. It takes into account all the major functions and practises of a business
Bachelors degrees are higher education qualifications that help you develop a thorough understanding of a subject. There are a vast number of subjects to choose from. A bachelors degree (sometimes known as an 'ordinary' or 'first' degree) is a course of academic study leading to a qualification such as a bachelor of arts (BA), bachelor of science (BSc), or bachelor of medicine (MB).
A foundation degree is a degree level qualification which combines academic study with work place learning. Designed in association with employers, they are qualifications to equip people with the relevant skills, knowledge and understanding to achieve academic results as well as improve performance and productivity in the work place.
If you want to go on to higher education and gain a recognised qualification to do a specific job, a HNC or HND could be for you. HNCs and HNDs focus on 'learning by doing' and can lead into a new career, or help you progress in your current line of work.
