10 great reasons to continue your studies

1. You can make yourself seriously employable.

97.5%* of our UK postgraduates are in work and/or study six months after graduation.

2. Our students pay less...

If you’re a current student or recent graduate you get an impressive 10% alumni discount on our postgraduate courses.

3. …and we’ve got plenty of resources on hand to help you work out how to pay for the rest.

Come down to one of our open days and talk to our Money and Advice team.

4. You could try something new…

You don’t necessarily need to be qualified in a subject if you’re doing a conversion course.

5. …or take your current studies to new heights.

Postgraduate study offers you the chance to deepen and broaden your subject knowledge and take your learning into the areas that really interest you.

6. You could work for top local employers...

Many of our courses offer the opportunity to do placements with local companies, helping you take those important first steps into the world of work.

7. …and then stay in the place you love.

Gaining local knowledge and building networks means you stand a good chance of being able to stay in our fantastic city and surrounding area. Former MSc Sport and Exercise Biomechanics student, James Webber, said: "The introduction of the £10,000 government loan definitely swayed my decision in wanting to study. Previously I might have needed to rely on a bank loan, but the masters loan has made my course far more accessible".

8. You can choose a study option that suits your lifestyle.

We offer full time, part time and distance learning options, giving you the flexibility to decide where, when and how you can get involved in learning. And you might not even need to wait until September to get started – a selection of our courses offer start dates in January, April and May.

9. Postgraduate loans are now available

Government-backed postgraduate loans are available for many of our Masters courses.

10. Best of all you can continue to enjoy our University’s great resources.

Haven’t had a chance to volunteer yet? Wish you’d made it to more of our great employability support? Staying on means you get even longer to make use of our facilities and experience everything we’ve got on offer.

Explore our postgraduate website to find out more about courses and register your interest, or order a postgraduate prospectus. Remember, it’s never too early to start planning!

*percentage of UK postgraduate leavers in work or further study. Source: Destination of Leavers from Higher Education (DLHE) survey 2012/13