subject: Distance Postgraduate Education: All You Should Know About It [print this page] You are a working professional and want an advanced qualification after your university degree, or you want to get further education to start a scientific career but need to carry on working, distance postgraduate education is the right choice.
Short revision of merits and demerits
On the one hand, flexible schedule is the most appreciable point. Besides, you would be able to use and practice your knowledge and skills at work. On the other hand, you will have to organize your studies on your own, and, moreover, there will be no opportunity to get an immediate feedback.
Points worth paying attention
1.The level of study. Graduate Certificate takes you 1-1,5 years and provides you with an initial postgraduate qualification. Graduate Diploma means advanced qualification and demands 2 years of study. Moreover, there are Master degree and Doctoral Program which can last up to 10 years.
2.The way of study. You can get higher degree in two ways, either by a coursework or a research. If you want to get PhD, only research form is available.
General recommendations
1.You need to be self-motivated. That means you should organize your day to combine studies and work. Such visual aids as painted schedule and to-do-lists might be helpful.
2.Use any possibility to practice the skills you learn at work. You can also choose the sphere you work in as the topic for your research. It will make both your studies and work easier and more enjoyable.
3.Try to get the most from your tutor. Give them honest feedback and ask them to assess you during the studying process. You may also ask them for advice how to improve your level.
Bag and baggage, postgraduate education gives you a great deal of benefits and makes you more valuable as a professional. Distance learning allows combining work and studies. All you should do is to organize yourself.
