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Introduction:

Helping decide your future

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.

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Postgraduate

PhD , Masters and other postgraduate funding: Research Council Funding

There are eight Research Councils in the UK, which distribute government funding in various subject areas, and all of which provide funding for postgraduates. With the exception of the Arts and Humanities Research Council, postgraduate students do not apply directly to the Council for funds.

Undergraduate

Being a Bachelor isn't all bad

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.

MA

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EMAs

What is EMA?

Basically, EMA is cash in your hands to help you carry on learning. If you’re 16, 17 or 18 and have left, or are about to leave, compulsory education, then it could be for you.

Foundation Degrees

The Foundation of a good degree

Foundation Degrees are higher education qualifications that combine academic study with workplace learning. They have been designed jointly by universities, colleges and employers, and are available in a range of work-related subjects.

BTEC

BTECs for a better future

BTEC qualifications and OCR Nationals are particular types of work-related qualifications, available in a wide range of subjects.
 

What to Study

HND in HND towards a better future

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.

HNC

Certificates of the future

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.