Academic Skills: Transitioning to Postgraduate Taught Study

The Academic Skills Centre, based in Libraries and Learning Resources, support taught students to develop their academic, digital, and maths skills. In this online workshop the Academic Skills Centre will explore what it means to 'step-up' from an undergraduate degree or return to Higher Education as a postgraduate taught student. It will cover:

• What to expect at university
• How to develop key skills such as critical thinking, time management, finding library resources; notetaking.
• Strategies for study success

Scholarships for 2024 Entry

Birmingham Masters Scholarship

This year we are offering over 200 awards of £2,000 to support the brightest and best applicants wishing to undertake eligible Masters programmes at the University during 2025-25. We want you to excel at Birmingham and to stand out in an increasingly-competitive, global job market once you graduate. Alongside our robust personal and academic support, we offer financial support to ensure the very best candidates can undertake postgraduate study with us. This scholarship applies to many taught programmes across a broad range of subject areas and Colleges and therefore your session may not include information on the award nor be able to provide advice on the scholarship. You can find out more information on the Birmingham Masters Scholarship webpage including the eligibility criteria, and terms and conditions.

Postgraduate Progression Award

Our Postgraduate Progression Awards offer final year undergraduates at the University of Birmingham a fee discount of £1,500 for postgraduate taught study. With the familiarity of the University of Birmingham you will continue to have access to our resources, facilities and support networks to continue your studies and shape your future. This scholarship applies to many programmes across a broad range of subject areas and Colleges and therefore your session may not include information on the award nor be able to provide advice on the award. You can find out more information on the Postgraduate Progression Award webpage including the eligibility criteria, and terms and conditions.