Postgraduate Study in the UK: The International Student's Guide / Edition 1

by Nicholas H Foskett, Ros Foskett

Overview

This book provides essential guidance for all students who are thinking of studying for a postgraduate qualification in Britain. Alongside detailed information about the British university system (from the application process to the viva) Nicholas and Rosalind Foskett provide readers with an introduction to other essential pastoral and practical aspects to study in Britain: Immigration regulations; living and working in Britain; cultural traditions and expectations of student life; finance and support systems.

Product Details

ISBN-13:	9781412907187
Publisher:	SAGE Publications
Publication date:	09/21/2006
Pages:	224
Product dimensions:	6.69(w) x 9.53(h) x (d)

About the Author

Nick Foskett - University of Southampton.

Rosalind Foskett - University of Southampton.

Table of Contents

Part One: Choosing a Programme and How to Apply
Why do a Postgraduate Degree?
British Universities and International Postgraduate Students
Choosing a Postgraduate Programme
Part Two: Everyday Life as a Postgraduate Student
Studying in the UK
Financing your Postgraduate Programme
Moving to the UK
Living in the UK
Part Three: Studying for a Postgraduate Degree
Studying for a Taught Postgraduate Degree
Planning and Writing Your Research Thesis
Tutors, Supervisors and Student Support Systems
Examinations and Vivas
Part 4: Moving on After your Degree
Beyond your Postgraduate Degree

Editorial Reviews

This is an exemplary book... I would recommend it to anyone involved in giving advice to UK students intending to undertake postgraduate study.

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