Funding Your
Post-Graduate Studies
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The course fees for post-graduate study can be quite large, but do not fear! Post-graduate courses at Middlesex University are within reach by using a range different strategies and funding options. Here are the five most common ways of funding your course of study:
Part-time work
It's always been very common for students to take up a part-time job during their studies. Post-graduate studies may be financed by working part-time in a bar, cafe, shop or any number of other professions to earn the cost for the fees. Many post-graduate courses available also offer the option for part-time completion, extending the length of the course whilst decreasing the weekly hours demanded. This option is particularly suited to those who wish to work whilst studying.
Scholarships and Bursaries
The range of scholarships and bursaries available is extensive, varying significantly between institutions and between programs. In addition to this, students who find themselves suffering from financial hardship during their course of study may apply for 'access to learning' grants from their university to contribute to fees and/or living costs.
Government Funding
Public funding is available for a variety of disciplines and courses. It is important to find out the correct funding body for your circumstances as there are several. For more information on the range of public funding bodies and to find those which apply to you, simply follow this link: http://www.prospects.ac.uk/public_funding_bodies.htm
Charities
Charities are an often overlooked avenue for funding post-graduate study, yet, for those who venture to see what's available, they can be extremely fruitful ways of making your study more accessible. The sheer amount of charities, foundations and trusts that might be willing to help you out are both voluminous and diverse, so you need to be prepared to research thoroughly. You also have to think hard about why your case for funding is significant and necessary as this will need to be presented in your application.
Employer-funded
Finally, you may also wish to look for work with companies that offer to sponsor study. This will usually be in a research area of particular interest to the company. However, these positions are not always easy to come by.
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