College Types
Choosing between a research programme and a taught programme will usually be your first decision when selecting a postgraduate course. This will mostly depend on the area of study you are interested in. Research Degrees are usually used in careers such as academia or research and demand a lot of initative, as you must do most of the work yourself. Taught programmes consist of more lectures and usually a dissertation is required in the final phase.
It is said that the average person will change their career six times in their lifetime. So whether you’re changing from an engineer to a journalist or a nurse to a designer, the option of doing a conversion course could suit you. Conversion courses are taught postgraduate courses that help you to ‘convert’ to a new discipline – or a new career.
Distance Learning gives students the chance to study postgraduate courses from the comfort of your own home. The courses, which are studied via the Internet (and usually some class time also) are becoming more and more popular in Ireland. They are perfect for someone who may work full-time and does not have the time to go back to college. Time spent commuting to and from college can now be spent studying with this cheaper, more flexible option.
Almost half of all students studying postgraduate courses in Ireland are studying part-time. If you have just completed a four-year degree and want to get a full time job but still want to continue your education, then part-time postgraduate study could be just for you. However, it can be time consuming and does require a lot of time and dedication. It could take up two evenings a week & may also involve weekend study.
Studying your postgraduate course in another country can be a very exciting option to consider. Nowadays, there is the option of studying in places as far away as Australia or if it’s a language your interested in then a trip to that country can be very appealing. One drawback is the expense that can be involved but the experience may be well worth considering if you can afford it.
Click on the following link to view a selection of Postgraduate courses in Ireland
