If you’ve considered going back into the classroom and boosting your career prospects, as well as your job satisfaction, then enrolling on a postgraduate course could be the answer.
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If you’re hungry to learn new skills, or develop the ones you already possess, there’s a postgrad course for you at Abertay University. From food safety and finance to counselling and cybersecurity, Abertay postgraduate courses cover a number of different subjects with places available for entry in September 2023.
Read on to find out how to join Abertay’s free Online Open Evening.
Below, we discover five of the many benefits of taught and research postgraduate studies:
Can a postgraduate course enhance employability?
YES. According to the Graduate Outcomes survey in 2019-20, which received responses from more than 400,000 graduates, postgraduate students, when compared to undergraduate students, are 20% more likely to be in a highly skilled role once they graduate.
Plus, the UK Commission for Employment and Skills predicted that from 2022, roughly 15% of jobs (one in seven) are likely to need a postgraduate degree.
Can a postgraduate degree boost your chances of promotion?
YES. A postgraduate degree can increase your chances of promotion, as you’re adding specialist knowledge to your existing skillset. You’ll be equipped with more experience and understanding, which can make you a more sought-after candidate for senior roles.
Can you learn new skills on a postgraduate course?
YES. Postgraduate courses can add to your skillset, upskilling you for a future role. It can also give students a deeper understanding of their original undergraduate course of study.
Can a postgraduate lead to a salary increase?
YES. It has been shown that postgraduates can earn more money, that’s according to the 2020 Higher Education Policy Institute (HEPI) report. The document confirmed that six months after graduation, postgraduates earn on average 18% more than undergraduate degree holders. It’s also reported that master’s degree holders go on to earn more later in their careers, too.
Can a postgraduate course help find a new a new career?
YES. Postgraduate qualifications impress future employers on a CV. In fact, you have a higher chance of discovering a career you’re passionate about. Figures from the Graduate Outcomes survey found that when compared to undergraduates, postgraduates are 4% more likely to find their employment meaningful.
How can I find out more about postgraduate courses?
Attend the Online Postgraduate Open Evening organised by Abertay University, UK University of the Year for Teaching Quality 2021. You can book your free space at the online event on Wednesday 7 December, here.
Log on at 2pm to 3.30pm or 5pm to 6.30pm to enjoy a mix of presentations, videos and live Q&A sessions. Hear from academics, current postgraduate students and departments including admissions and funding.
It’s a fantastic way to find out as much as you can about how a postgraduate qualification can positively affect your career.
Book your place on Abertay University’s free Online Postgraduate Open Evening.
