Postgraduate courses
Why study postgraduate?
There are so many reasons to pursue study beyond your degree. You may want to boost your current career, follow a new path, or delve deeper into a topic that you're passionate about alongside like-minded people.
A postgraduate qualification is an investment in your future, a route to increasing your knowledge and earning potential, and a path to a more rewarding career.
We have more than 70 courses and a variety of flexible study options to choose from.
You’ll gain specialist knowledge and skills, which will help you stand out from the crowd as an expert in your field. It is also an investment in your future. Postgraduates earn, on average, 18% more than those with only undergraduate qualifications. (Higher Education Policy Institute 2020).
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Why choose GCU?
- Our graduate outcomes are excellent. At postgraduate level, 90% of GCU graduates are in employment and/or further study 15 months after graduating, with 86% in a highly skilled occupation (HESA, 2022).
- We offer generous discounts and postgraduate funding opportunities, including a scholarship package of £2 million every year.
- Expand your network. At GCU, you’ll gain a global outlook as you study alongside students from over 120 countries and receive authentic input from industry leaders.
- Make an impact. Be part of the University for the Common Good, taking on your own role in addressing global challenges and building a more just, sustainable society.
International students
Looking to join a globally connected university? GCU is the top choice for students from more than 120 countries.
Discover moreWe work around you
If your career would benefit from a postgraduate qualification, we can make it happen. We’re committed to providing flexible routes into our courses and understand that relevant knowledge and skills can be gained from a variety of learning experiences.
We believe in a flexible approach to higher education, so you can fit your studies around other commitments. We offer:
- Online and distance learning
- Part-time study
- Master's with professional practice (two years)
- Postgraduate research study
- Graduate Apprenticeships
Explore your options when choosing a postgraduate course and discover the benefits of studying with us.
Postgraduate study webinars
Find out more about studying a postgraduate at GCU with our webinars. Watch recordings or join us live to ask your questions.
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Find out more about our range of scholarships and how they could support your studies below.
