The 2010 Guide to Postgraduate Study is THE guide for anyone considering enrolling in fourth level education over the coming year. Packed with helpful editorial; profiles of Irish universities, ITs and colleges; and informative introductions to postgraduate options in the UK and further afield; the Guide is essential for helping you choose the right postgraduate option. Whether you are currently a third level student and want to know what your options for further study are, or a working professional with ambitions toward improving your work performance and career prospects by way of a quality postgraduate qualification, then this is the Guide for you.

Editorial

The 2010 Guide features far more editorial content than any previous edition - nearly 50 articles are provided that cover a variety of topics, from the reasons why 4th level study merits your consideration to subject-specific pieces, e.g. the always popular MBA (Master of Business Administration) award. Our editorial team is committed to bringing you the most up to date and detailed information in a clear and cogent style, that allows you to formulate a well-informed decision regarding your fourth level future.

Content

The opening section of the Guide is a selection of articles that focus on areas that are of interest to all who are considering a postgraduate course: Why do a Postgrad, Part-time Postgraduate Study, Funding, The Application Process, Conversion Courses, Distance Learning, Taught v Research Options, Postgraduate Options in the UK and further afield.

The second section is a comprehensive directory of profiles of postgraduate course providers, including universities, institutes of technology and private colleges.The third section of the Guide consists of 30 in depth articles and accompanying student case studies in the following subject areas: Arts & Humanities, Business & Law, Computing & IT, Creative Arts and Media, Education, Health & Medical, and Science & Engineering.

New subjects explored in the 2010 edition include Project Management, Development Studies and Food Science.

A complete directory of all useful resources is available at the back of the Guide.