The real difference between undergraduate and postgraduate study - FindAMasters Weekly

[View Online]( Welcome to the FindAMasters weekly newsletter, How do you tell the difference between someone studying a Bachelors degree and someone studying a Masters? Do you wait and see which one is still on campus during the holidays? Check when they've set their alarm? Ask to look at their bookshelves? Our blog has taken a slightly tongue-in-cheek look at the [contrasts between undergraduate and postgraduate study]( whilst picking out a few of the more important (and exciting) distinctions. We've also gathered a selection of guides you might find helpful if you're just starting to consider a Masters - and wondering what it might involve. Finally, we're getting ready for this week's [Manchester postgraduate study fair]( where our funding experts will be answering student questions about [postgraduate loans]( and more. See you there? Have a great week, The FindAMasters Team [5 important differences between undergraduate and postgraduate study]( A Bachelors and a Masters probably have more in common than you think, but that doesn't mean there aren't some key differences. From the good (academic freedom) to the bad (dissertation work during the summer) and the odd (studying during the day?!?), here are a few of the things you can probably expect as a postgrad. Upcoming event, [Postgraduate Study Fair, Manchester - Wednesday 15th November]( With over 90 institutions and a wide-ranging talks programme, this is one of the year's biggest postgraduate study events. You'll be able to discover Masters (and PhD) opportunities at a range of institutions and have your questions about applications, fees and funding answered. The FindAMasters team will also be on hand to provide advice on UK postgraduate loans - do come say hi! Also on FindAMasters, [Taught vs research Masters]( The option to choose between taught courses and more independent research programmes is one of the biggest differences between undergraduate and postgraduate study. [Masters or PhD - which is right for you?]( Further study doesn't necessarily mean a Masters degree. Some graduates actually go straight into postgraduate research at PhD level. [Funding: the difference between Masters loans and undergraduate loans]( Considering a Masters loan, but wondering how it differs from your existing student finance? This blog provides a quick comparison of the two systems. [FindaMasters on Facebook]( [FindaMasters on twitter]( [FindaMasters on googleplus]( You have received this email from [](. [Click here]( if you wish to unsubscribe from future emails. Please do not reply to this email. If you have any queries, please email: [info@FindAUniversity.com](. []( is part of FindA University Ltd, 151 A rundel Street , Sheffiel d, S1 2 NU, UK FindA University Ltd is registered in England and Wales no: 4214007.VAT reg. no: 77293 7292