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Choosing to continue your academic journey and pursue a master’s degree comes with various benefits for your future career, as well as your skillset and knowledge of your preferred field. On top of this, choosing to continue your academic journey at Southampton comes with all of the above, as well as a host of other practical benefits you can enjoy.ÌýÌý

Benefits of a master’s degree at SouthamptonÌý

Easier accessÌý

We are keen to support our undergraduate student community in accessing postgraduate studies with us and furthering their careers. Therefore, if you apply for a postgraduate taught course (master’s) with us and meet the criteria for your specific course, we will guarantee you an Offer in Principle. Please note, exclusions to some courses may apply, so please talk to your course lead to find out the exact requirements for your preferred course.ÌýÌý

Discounted fees and fundingÌý

• As a current Southampton student, you will receive a 10% alumni discount on your tuition fees. Regardless of whether you use a postgraduate loan or fund it yourself, the sum you will be required to pay is 10% lower.ÌýÌý
• – you may be eligible for a loan from Student Finance that can cover your course fees and living costs. You will need to start repaying this loan once you start earning over a certain amount.ÌýÌý
• – this is a comprehensive support package for students from underrepresented backgrounds who have an offer to study for a master’s degree with us.ÌýÌý

Transferable skills and employability support Ìý

• Our University is ranked as one of the top 12 institutions in the UK for employability – Careers, Employability and Student Enterprise will ensure you have access to opportunities for career progression during your degree. Ìý
• A postgraduate degree can provide you with transferable skills useful for career pathways in research, teaching, consultancy, management and beyond.Ìý
• As a postgraduate student, you can expect to develop skills in presenting, data analysis, project management and critical thinking – popular with employers who need creative thinkers and problem solvers in their workforce.Ìý
• Studying and working on your degree will enable you to hone personal attributes such as independence and resilience, which will prove invaluable in your career.ÌýÌý

Events to help you find out moreÌýÌýÌý

1. Master your next move – UG to PGT virtual event, Tuesday 27 February, 16:00-17:30Ìý

Whether you are considering applying for a master’s degree, or would simply like to find out more about postgraduate study, this online session will provide you with the fundamental information that will help you make an informed decision. .ÌýÌý

2. Master your next move – UG to PGT, Tuesday 5 March, 12:00-14:00Ìý

The event will take the form of a free informal buffet lunch with representatives from each Faculty, who will be there to answer your questions about specific courses and programmes. You will also be able find out more about life as a postgraduate student from students currently on a master’s degree. . Ìý

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