Dynamic learning and industry-focused experience that build work-ready skills are central to your postgraduate study experience.
Our taught postgraduate courses involve lectures, seminars, self-study and research – typically with around 20 hours of self-study each week – and are made up of units assessed through a mix of coursework, presentations and exams.
Research exposure
Pioneering research is central to Â鶹´«Ã½, meaning you’ll be exposed to the latest thinking and leading practice – 94% of our research was rated as internationally recognised or above by the latest Research Excellence Framework (REF). And our research has real influence – 95.7% of our research was found to be delivering considerable impact or above, with 31.5% achieving an outstanding impact score by REF.
By joining our postgraduate community, you’ll gain opportunities to contribute to research projects making a real difference to the world. And, by collaborating with students and staff across different disciplines, you’ll build networks, share knowledge and broaden your thinking.
Enhanced employability
As well as expanding your academic interests, postgraduate study enhances your career prospects. Employers value the skills developed through our courses, such as knowledge of research methods, collaboration, independent thinking and communication.
On top of this, our Skills Development Programme provides a structured approach to your career development with a set of skills masterclasses delivered by inspiring industry speakers, real-life challenges and exposure to a multitude of extracurricular campus activities and digital resources via MyCareerHub.