Starting your postgraduate degree in January is a great way to start the new year. Many students start their courses in September, but starting in January gives you all the same benefits - in fact, it has a lot of perks!
Made a New Year's resolution to learn something new or advance your career prospects? A postgraduate degree is the perfect way to do both. It's a resolution that pays too, as someone with a Master’s degree or PhD earns £6,500 more per year, or £260,000 over a 40-year working life, than someone with just a degree (Graduate Labour Market Statistics 2022, Department for Education).
What are the benefits of starting a postgraduate course in January?
- You can enjoy a break over Christmas before the hard work starts in January.
- Postgraduate loans are still available.
- If you missed the September deadline, you don't have to wait till next September to start your degree.
- The sooner you start your course, the sooner you'll graduate, which means you can kick start your career as soon as possible.
- A Master's may give you the accreditation and industry links to give you a head start when getting a graduate job.
- Part-time study is available so you can earn and learn.
- Birmingham City University will be there to offer you support.
- You won't miss out on anything, our January Big Welcome means that there are lots of activities happening on campus - giving you the perfect opportunity to make friends.