Introduction to Postgraduate Studies

“In an increasingly competitive and demanding job market, postgraduate study offers you the opportunity to differentiate yourself and be valued for your specialised knowledge and skills.”
Professor Stuart McCutcheon, Vice-Chancellor, The University of Auckland.*

*The University of Auckland 2010 Postgraduate Prospectus

Introduction to Postgraduate Studies
This one-day workshop will introduce you to people and resources to help you decide if postgraduate study is right for you, and which programme will best meet your goals. We have information on practical aspects such as how much it will cost and what financial help is available. We will introduce you to a panel of current postgraduate students and you will also meet recent graduates who are taking on new challenges after having successfully completed their postgraduate studies.

Course outline

9am: Welcome, introductions

9.30am: How Adults Learn. Dr Susan Carter will lead a lively, interactive session on how adults learn and will provide insights into managing your own learning.

10.30am: Coffee break.

10.45am: Choosing the right programme. Advisers from the School of Graduate Studies will provide information on entry requirements, prerequisites, cross crediting and credit transfer. Fulltime and part-time study options will also be discussed. The differences between research and taught postgraduate studies will be outlined, and advice on selecting the right programme provided.

11.45 am: Practical support during your studies. The range of postgraduate scholarships, awards and bursaries, usually awarded on merit, will be outlined. This session will also discuss funding, loans and allowances options and the wide range of other student services available.

12.30 pm: Lunch break.

1pm: Postgraduate Student Panel. Current postgraduate students will share their study experiences, including why they chose to study at The University of Auckland. There will be opportunity for questions and discussion.

1.45pm: Is it worth it? A panel of graduates will talk about the difference a postgraduate qualification has made to their careers.

2.30pm: Next steps. This session will cover how to apply for admission and develop a personal project plan.

3.30pm: Close

Learning Outcomes
On completion of the course students will be able to describe how adults learn; demonstrate an understanding of the commitment required for successful postgraduate study; select the appropriate postgraduate programme; apply for scholarships or other financial assistance; develop a career plan.

Semester Two 2012
To be advised

Maria Meredith
Programme Manager 

Phone: +64 9 373 7599 ext 82920

Email: m.meredith@auckland.ac.nz

 

“It was a great way to self-evaluate, network and get names of places and people to get advice from. The supportive atmosphere was wonderful.”

“This course was excellent as you have access to so many speakers from different backgrounds, there was a diverse range of students attending, and the information was really helpful.”

“It was a great opportunity to get a global view of The University of Auckland and meet people who work there.”

“I’m from overseas, I didn’t know which steps to take or even where to start. It was great finding out more information on who to contact and where to go.”

Phone Maria on +64 9 373 7599 ext 82920 to book your place, or contact the New Start team.