Entry requirements for postgraduate study vary from course to course but usually a good undergraduate degree is required (First or Upper Second Class Honours for UK, or equivalent for internationals). Some courses have additional entry requirements such as work experience or a specific first degree subject. The following points will give you an idea of what to expect and help you get started:

Start applying as soon as possible; applications open early on in the academic year so the sooner you submit, the more likely you are of getting onto your chosen course, leaving enough time to organise funding/accommodation etc.

If you are applying online, this can be done through the UK Postgraduate Application and Statistical Service (UKPASS):  www.ucas.com/ucas/postgraduate/postgraduate-study

Your written application should include details of any relevant experience (work and study), skills, academic abilities and why you have chosen the course. Explain how your undergraduate study has prepared you to study at a higher level.

You will need to provide supporting evidence with your application such as degree certificates, transcripts, and personal statement and, for PhDs, a research proposal. References will be required.

You will find a wealth of information regarding the application process on the TARGETpostgrad and Prospects websites. Additional resources can be found on the Careers & Employability Service website.

If you would like to speak with an adviser about postgraduate study, you can book an appointment via our online portal Careersonline. To do this, login using your student username and password, then select Book/Appointments from the toolbar to see what slots are available. If you have any questions, please, email the Careers' team via careers@beds.ac.uk