Future You

This episode is part two, comparing full time study to part time. I speak to Tom, an Assistant Professor at the University of Warwick. We discuss his educational journey so far and the reasons he chose to study full time, what advice he would give to those looking to make the choice, and how he prioritised his education around his life *** You can find Tom on LinkedIn here: Tom Ritchie SFHEA | LinkedIn Learn more about the Department of Chemistry and the University of Warwick *** For more advice on studying for a Masters and to search for postgraduate courses, head over to Prospects.ac.uk 📩 podcast@prospects.ac.uk 📷 Instagram - @prospects_ac_uk 📱TikTok - @prospects.ac.uk

This episode is part one of two looking at the difference between studying full time and part time. This week I spoke to Lizzie who’s studying for a PhD, on a part time basis. We discuss her journey so far, why coming back to education later in life played in a part in why she chose part time, and how she balances her studies with her day to day responsibilities. *** Find out more about Shake-Scene Shakespeare: https://www.shake-sceneshakespeare.co.uk/ Social media: IG: @shakescene.shakespeare X: @shakescenery Facebook: Shake-scene Shakespeare TikTok: @shakesceneshakespeare Threads: @shakescene.shakespeare BlueSky: @shakescenery.bsky.social 2nd June: As You Like It fundraiser, Hilldrop Community Centre, London https://www.eventbrite.co.uk/e/as-you-like-it-presented-by-shake-scene-shakespeare-tickets-871118999377 15th - 17th August: As You Like It and Anthony and Cleopatra, Shakespeare North Playhouse https://shakespearenorthplayhouse.co.uk/event/shake-scene-shakespeare/ *** 📩 podcast@prospects.ac.uk 📷 Instagram - @prospects_ac_uk 📱TikTok - @prospects.ac.uk Search for postgraduate courses on Prospects.ac.uk

In this episode we take a look at a course from the University of Sussex that takes us from molecules to medicines. Dr Barny Greenland joins me to discuss the MSc in drug discovery, design and synthesis. Learn more here: https://www.sussex.ac.uk/study/masters/courses/drug-discovery-design-and-synthesis-msc?utm_source=prospects&utm_medium=paid_referral&utm_campaign=na-uos-2024-pg-lsci-chem-mstr&utm_content=drug-discovery-podcast *** Leave a review: https://podcasts.apple.com/gb/podcast/future-you/id1477627168 📩 podcast@prospects.ac.uk 📷 Instagram - @prospects_ac_uk 📱TikTok - @prospects.ac.uk Search for postgraduate courses on Prospects.ac.uk

In this episode we look at a program that's been collaboratively produced by both an expert in health care and an expert in management. It's an online course that allows flexibility alongside a global reach, with input from real leaders across various organisations. *** If you'd like to get in touch with either of my guests, you can email them: Susan Buttress: Susan.Buttress@liverpool.ac.uk Dr. Jennifer Johnson: jennyj@liverpool.ac.uk *** Healthcare Leadership: https://www.facebook.com/LivUniOnline/ https://www.linkedin.com/school/livunionline/ https://twitter.com/LivUniOnline https://www.instagram.com/livunionline/ https://online.liverpool.ac.uk/programmes/msc-healthcare-leadership/?utm_source=prospects&utm_medium=webinar&utm_campaign=healthcare-leadership *** Leave a review: https://podcasts.apple.com/gb/podcast/future-you/id1477627168 📩 podcast@prospects.ac.uk 📷 Instagram - @prospects_ac_uk 📱TikTok - @prospects.ac.uk Search for postgraduate courses on Prospects.ac.uk

In this episode we talk to students and professionals at Digifest 2024. They discuss how they incorporate AI into their studies and work, while sharing their thoughts on its effectiveness. More about Digifest 2024: https://www.jisc.ac.uk/digifest *** Leave a review: https://podcasts.apple.com/gb/podcast/future-you/id1477627168 📩 podcast@prospects.ac.uk 📷 Instagram - @prospects_ac_uk 📱TikTok - @prospects.ac.uk Search for postgraduate courses on Prospects.ac.uk

Many places of study welcome mature students each year, juggling work commitments, childcare and other responsibilities This week we’re joined by Emma Hunter, a Student Ambassador from The University of Law who tells us about her personal journey upon returning to education later in life. *** Hear more from Emma at Return to Learn (Online Campus Virtual Event) 📷 Instagram - @u_law ✖️ X - @universityoflaw 💻Facebook - The University of Law 📽️YouTube - @TheUniversityofLaw 💼 LinkedIn - @TheUniversityofLaw *** 📩 podcast@prospects.ac.uk 📷 Instagram - @prospects_ac_uk 📱TikTok - @prospects.ac.uk Search for postgraduate courses on Prospects.ac.uk

Coming up to your graduation? Or just want some good, general tips and tricks. Tom Allingham from Save the Student joins me to chat about what finances could look like for future you. From energy bills to cost of caps and gowns, there's something here for everyone. *** For more tips and tricks visit: https://www.savethestudent.org/ *** 📩 podcast@prospects.ac.uk 📷 Instagram - @prospects_ac_uk 📱TikTok - @prospects.ac.uk Search for postgraduate courses on Prospects.ac.uk

Ever thought about changing your course? In this episode, Rachel, a careers adviser from University of the West of Scotland sits down to tell you who to talk to, what your options might be, and what steps to take. It can be a scary thought process, but this episode should have you covered! *** UWS Podcast, Careers Café *** 📩 podcast@prospects.ac.uk 📷 Instagram - @prospects_ac_uk 📱TikTok - @prospects.ac.uk Search for postgraduate courses on Prospects.ac.uk

This episode is for all budding solicitors out there. We take an in-depth look at The Solicitors Qualifying Examination with Dr Jill Howell-Williams from The University of Law. She offers tips and tricks, advice and answers the most frequently asked questions. *** The SQE explained: https://ad.doubleclick.net/ddm/clk/581262383;390053013;x Instagram (@u_law) https://www.linkedin.com/school/the-university-of-law/ https://ad.doubleclick.net/ddm/clk/581964089;390499156;f *** 📩 podcast@prospects.ac.uk 📷 Instagram - @prospects_ac_uk 📱TikTok - @prospects.ac.uk Search for postgraduate courses on Prospects.ac.uk

We take a look at an online distance learning postgraduate diploma that brings the latest neuroscience findings of trauma and adversity to the forefront - shining a light on what working with children and young people who have experienced adversity can look like across the globe. The Child and Adolescent Psychology and Neuroscience in Practice Postgraduate Diploma (PG Dip CAPNiP) is a new program that is suitable for anyone working with young people. *** Apply here: https://www.ucl.ac.uk/prospective-students/graduate/taught-degrees/child-and-adolescent-psychology-and-neuroscience-practice-pg-dip More information: https://www.annafreud.org/training/postgraduate-study/ucl-postgraduate-programmes/child-and-adolescent-psychology-and-neuroscience-in-practice-pg-dip-distance/ Tickets for Webinar (16th April 2024) here: https://www.eventbrite.com/e/capnip-pg-dip-taster-session-transforming-practice-tickets-799823081367?aff=oddtdtcreator 📷 Instagram - @afnccf 📺YouTube - @AnnaFreudNCCF *** 📩 podcast@prospects.ac.uk 📷 Instagram - @prospects_ac_uk 📱TikTok - @prospects.ac.uk Search for postgraduate courses on Prospects.ac.uk

Ever thought about starting a startup? Dr Oksana Koryak offers an insight into the routes to take, pitfalls to avoid and why so many fail. *** For more information or to apply, visit: Management and Entrepreneurship MSc 📷 Instagram - @cranfieldsom ✖️ X - @cranfieldmngmt *** 📩 podcast@prospects.ac.uk 📷 Instagram - @prospects_ac_uk 📱TikTok - @prospects.ac.uk Search for postgraduate courses on Prospects.ac.uk

I speak to Carl Chalmers and Paul Fergus from LJMU about Conservation AI which harnesses machine learning for various conservation projects, and the MSc Artificial Intelligence course, where you can learn the many uses of AI and much more. *** For more information or to apply, visit: MSc Artificial Intelligence (Machine Learning): https://www.ljmu.ac.uk/study/courses/postgraduates/2024/36223-artificial-intelligence-machine-learning-msc Conservation AI: https://www.linkedin.com/company/conservationai/ 📷 Instagram - @ljmu ✖️ X -@LJMU *** 📩 podcast@prospects.ac.uk 📷 Instagram - @prospects_ac_uk 📱TikTok - @prospects.ac.uk Search for postgraduate courses on Prospects.ac.uk

I speak to Maddy Jennings, a third-year journalism student at the University of Lincoln, and Andrew Turner, a reporter who's worked for the BBC for 22 years. They share their personal journeys and experiences in the world of broadcast journalism, and the exciting opportunities that have come their way. *** Prospects: What can I do with my journalism degree? Prospects: Journalism courses Prospects: Broadcast journalist *** 📩 podcast@prospects.ac.uk 📷 Instagram - @prospects_ac_uk 📱TikTok - @prospects.ac.uk Search for postgraduate courses on Prospects.ac.uk

We talk to Dr Rosina Watson about the Sustainability Business Specialist Apprenticeship, a part time course that is designed to equip sustainability professionals and leaders in organisations of all sizes with the skills needed to lead and manage change towards improved sustainability performance. *** For more information or to apply, visit: Apprenticeship route: https://www.cranfield.ac.uk/som/postgraduate-apprenticeships/sustainability-apprenticeship Traditional MSc route: https://www.cranfield.ac.uk/som/masters-courses-part-time/sustainability ⌨️LinkedIn - Cranfield University 📷 Instagram - @cranfieldsom ✖️ X - @cranfieldmngmt *** 📩 podcast@prospects.ac.uk 📷 Instagram - @prospects_ac_uk 📱TikTok - @prospects.ac.uk Search for postgraduate courses on Prospects.ac.uk

Future You is brought to you by Prospects, the graduate careers experts. We're here to help you achieve your career goals. Listen for invaluable insights and practical advice from top employers, graduates and professionals. Whether you're a current student or already graduated, this is essential listening as you take the next step towards future you. *** 📩 podcast@prospects.ac.uk 📷 Instagram - @prospects_ac_uk 📱TikTok - @prospects.ac.uk Search for postgraduate courses on Prospects.ac.uk

'We tried to imagine where is the economy gonna be, five, ten years from now (...) and tried to think about, how do we build programmes to get students to those places...' Professor Ian Burn joins me to discuss MSc Money and Banking, MSc Economic Policy and Data Analytics and MSc Data Science for Economics at the University of Liverpool. *** For more information or to apply, visit: University of Liverpool Economics courses ⌨️LinkedIn - University of Liverpool Management School 📷 Instagram - @uolmanagementschool 🖥️Facebook - University of Liverpool Management School ✖️ X - @UoLManSchool *** 📩 podcast@prospects.ac.uk 📷 Instagram - @prospects_ac_uk 📱TikTok - @prospects.ac.uk Search for postgraduate courses on Prospects.ac.uk

'I've been part of the Sustainable Consumption Institute since my PhD. So it'd be a really nice thing to do to see people coming up through the program, developing their own ideas for research at Doctoral level as well.' In this episode of Future You we speak to Dr Dan Welch from The University of Manchester about a new course - MA Social change, environment and sustainability. It's an exciting new programme that explores the contribution of sociology to addressing the global environmental crisis, and the challenges of building sustainable societies. Find out more about how to apply by visiting the website: MA Social change, environment and sustainability Search for other postgraduate courses at https://www.prospects.ac.uk/postgraduate-courses Get in touch: podcast@prospects.ac.uk Follow us on X & Instagram

In this episode of Future You we speak to Ralf Becker from the University of Manchester about a brand new course he is involved in setting up - the MSc Economics and Data Science. While economics is a traditional academic discipline, the combination with data science is an emerging field and students will develop cutting edge analytical skills that are much sought after by employers. Find out more about how to apply the course by visiting the website: MSc Economics and Data Science Search for other postgraduate courses at Prospects.ac.uk And send comments, feedback or suggestions to podcast@prospects.ac.uk

The Masters in Engineering Business Management (EBM) at the University of Sussex is the course for you if you want to work at the forefront of technologies such as artificial intelligence and robotics - while combining that with a passion for entrepreneurship and start-ups. In this episode of Future You, Dr Zhengguo Sheng tells us about the course, what qualifications and interests you'll need to get a place, and the career paths it might lead you down. Send comments, feedback or suggestions to podcast@prospects.ac.uk Search for postgraduate courses on Prospects.ac.uk

How could a law degree help you achieve your career goals? In this episode of Future You, Victoria Weir tells us about the University of Law's undergraduate law degree. She explains how the course can set you up perfectly for a career in the law or in many other professions - and what makes the University of Law's programme unique. If you're inspired to find out more, visit the undergraduate law page on the University of Law's website. Head to Prospects for more career advice and send comments, feedback or suggestions to podcast@prospects.ac.uk