Aberystwyth University

Postgraduate study at Aberystwyth University is unique. It is both personally and professionally rewarding. We have modern Postgraduate facilities, excellent learning resources including the biggest Library in Wales with over 6 million titles and the most up-to-date electronic resources. We are campus based and the whole town has developed over more than 100 years to meet and exceed your needs. To discover what your postgraduate study life at Aberystwyth University will be like, and to help you understand why we are the "Top University in the Country for Student Satisfaction" please either order a prospectus or visit our website.

To order a prospectus please click this link - http://www.aber.ac.uk/en/undergrad/order/

Postgraduate Admissions Events and Activities

Open Days

Visit the University during our University Open Days to discover more on:

• Wednesday 7th July 2010
• Wednesday 15th September 2010
• Saturday 16th October 2010

Why should you attend an Open Day?

• Visit the department you are interested in
• View the facilities that are available for PG students
• Learn about the vocational courses and research opportunities
• Get Advice on scholarship opportunities and Career Development Loans
• Discuss the application process with staff from the Postgraduate Admissions Office
• Visit the Penglais Campus (tours available on the hour from 11am to 3pm - meet at the PG stand)

To register to attend an Open Day, contact the Postgraduate Admissions pg-admissions@aber.ac.uk , +44 (0) 1970 622921.

Below is a breakdown of the different types of postgraduate courses that we currently offer:

Taught Courses

Taught courses  at Aberystwyth include degrees in the following subject areas:

• Art
• Biological, Environmental & Rural Sciences (inc. Equine Science )
• Computer Science
• Education and Lifelong Learning
• English Literature and Creative Writing
• Geography and Earth Sciences
• History and Welsh History
• Information Studies
• International Politics
• Law and Criminology
• Management and Business
• Theatre, Film and Television Studies
• Welsh and Celtic Studies

For further details on any of the degree schemes, contact the appropriate department.

Postgraduate research courses at Aberystwyth University

Research  courses  at Aberystwyth include degrees in the following subject areas:

• Art
• Biological, Environmental & Rural Sciences
• Computer Science
• English Literature and Creative Writing
• European Languages
• Geography and Earth Sciences
• History and Welsh History
• Information Studies
• International Politics
• Law and Criminology
• Mathematics and Physics
• Psychology
• School of Management and Business
• Sport and Exercise Science
• Theatre, Film and Television Studies
• Welsh and Celtic Languages

For further details on any of the degree schemes, contact the appropriate department.

Distance Learning Courses

Distance Learning is a flexible approach to study that allows you to work at your own pace in your own place.

Aberystwyth offers Masters courses by Distance Learning through the Departments of Law and Criminology and Information Studies. These departments pursue a student centred, flexible, open learning approach which has proved not only popular with our students, but very successful in managing to make studying at a distance as rewarding and enjoyable as possible. Our distance learning students participate in residential study schools and are supported by web-based conferencing facilities which enable them to communicate with each other and the course tutors, easing the feeling of isolation that can sometimes be felt by distance learners.

Students will normally be required to attend residential or study schools in Aberystwyth at various times during their studies. These allow you to participate in case studies, discussions and other exercises which will enhance your understanding of the issues studied. They also provide you with the perfect opportunity to seek individual guidance on your coursework or any other problems you may be experiencing. Please read the course descriptions carefully so that you understand any commitments you may have to make in this area.

• Information Studies
• Law and Criminology