Further study options
- Masters: Wide range of types, study modes, and options. Masters programmes in the UK are typically one year full-time, or 2 years part-time. There are increasing options for distance learning. See Prospects Masters degrees for detailed information
- PhD: There are various routes to getting a Doctorate, from traditional PhD by thesis, to Professional Doctorates, and others. Prospects provides detailed information on the options, things to consider and funding
- Professional Qualifications: Wide variety, some may be pre-requisites for certain careers, such as teacher training, others may be optional, or may be possible to do whilst working, and potentially paid for or supported by an employer. See Prospects for further information
- Microcredentials: There are a growing range of microcredentials available. These may aim to address skills gaps, providing individuals or organisations with opportunities to upskill themselves or their staff, or to simply learn new skills or topics. They may be offered by universities or other providers and may be delivered in-person, online, or via hybrid delivery. See Prospects for further information
- Short courses & online learning: There is growing range of other learning options, particularly for short courses and online learning. As with microcredentials, such courses may be offered by universities, training providers, employers, or other organisations. There will usually be a cost to such courses. Undertaking such courses can be a good, and relatively cost-effective way to upskill in certain areas and demonstrate your interest in a particular topic, career area or similar. However, it is important to thoroughly research specific courses and providers before committing. As a student at University of Glasgow you have free access millions of courses on LinkedIn Learning