Thinking about what’s next after your undergraduate degree?
Staying at BSU for postgraduate study could be the perfect next step. From the strong relationships you’ve built with academics and classmates, to the inspiring campus environment and the vibrant city of Bath, it’s no surprise many of our students choose to continue their journey with us.
But don’t just take our word for it. Hear from two students who made the leap from undergraduate to postgraduate study at Bath Spa, and discover why staying put might be the best decision you make.
Jodie Pierson
Jodie studied BA (Hons) Film and Screen Studies Media Communications before progressing to MA Nature and Travel Writing.
"My initial reasoning behind staying at BSU for my postgraduate studies was mainly because I love BSU so much and I really didn’t want to move to another university for my Master's. I felt so attached to the community and supportive atmosphere that I wasn’t prepared for that to finish when my undergraduate degree ended.
"After doing some research I found the perfect degree for my interests, passion and my academic knowledge. BSU’s unique selection of postgraduate degrees is a really great asset for the University and another major factor as to why I’m staying there next year!
"MA Nature and Travel Writing seemed like the perfect thing for me to study with my passion for nature and travelling – I even participated in a semester abroad in my undergraduate degree.
"The option to study part-time and remotely seemed perfect for me as I was really keen to get into full-time work after my undergraduate [studies], but I didn’t want to end my education so soon."
My undergraduate degree gave me so many opportunities and skills that allowed me to get a full-time job immediately after it ended. I now have the best of both worlds and feel so grateful to be a student at BSU."
Tom Brown
Tom studied BA (Hons) Drama before progressing to MA Performance (Creative Producing).
"My progression into my postgraduate course was smooth. I was able to contact and meet the postgraduate course leader during my final year of undergrad studies to find out information and express to the course and network to other postgrad students who found employment after graduating.
"My postgraduate course in MA Performance (Creative Producing) fell under the umbrella of Acting, therefore I had to adjust to a new campus, teaching style and structure of content and assessment.
"This adjustment was aided by the fact I knew the University and city well, I had already established connections within the city and across other university courses, and had prior knowledge and support from the postgraduate course I was stepping into."
"Another significant benefit for staying at Bath Spa was the alumni discount on tuition fees. When so much of a student’s life at undergrad level revolves around money, the discount offered to returning students was one of the main reasons I chose to stay."
Interested in expanding your horizons? Find out more about postgraduate study at BSU and our Postgraduate Alumni Scholarship.