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Applying for a master’s degree? Here’s what you need to know

Find answers to a number of questions about master’s degrees, with current postgraduate student Alice, helping you plan your next move no matter what you choose.

ByAlice S.
30 April 2025
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Study & Careers
How to find graduate jobs: Useful tips every student needsFinding a graduate job isn't easy. But you can give yourself the best shot possible. To help you do that, here are some of the best tools you can use to make your job hunt easier.
ByRob Slade
19 June 2024
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Study & Careers
How hard is postgraduate study? Sarah explainsSo, you’ve decided to do a postgraduate degree. Whether it’s a one-year full-time master’s, or a three-year PhD, you need to be sure you’ve made the right choice.
BySarah R.
31 March 2022
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Money
How spending money now can help you save in the long termWhether you’re based in a city or are part of a campus university in a less populated area, living on a student budget can be tough.
ByLeah W.
25 March 2022
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Health & Wellbeing
How to talk about mental health with someone you’re worried aboutTalking about mental health can be a sensitive topic, especially if it's someone you care about. Read Hazel's tips on how to talk about mental health with someone you're worried about.
ByHazel M.
29 April 2021
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Health & Wellbeing
Signs to look out for so you know when to get mental health supportSpotting the signs of poor mental health isn’t always easy, especially if you’re usually quick to brush things under the carpet.
ByHazel M.
13 April 2021
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Student Living
6 tips for deciding who to live with for your next year at universityChoosing who to live with in student accommodation for the next year can be a challenging prospect. How do you make such a big decision?
ByHazel M.
12 April 2021
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Health & Wellbeing
Who to speak to if you’re not feeling greatIt can be tempting to keep everything inside, but this can make you feel worse. Opening up to someone can help you feel better and here are some people you can talk to.
ByBen Anong
4 March 2021
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Study & Careers
What to do now that you've submitted your UCAS applicationThe time after submitting your UCAS application can be pretty nerve-wracking, especially if you’re desperate to get into your first-choice university.
ByJoy K.
19 February 2021