Graduate Careers AustraliaPostgraduate Options
There is a huge variety of postgraduate courses available. The type and range of postgraduate options within a given discipline is influenced by the history and nature of the area of study, student demand, work force trends, skills shortages and the state of the economy. Below are postgraduate study snapshots of the most common disciplines. Arts/HumanitiesMany disciplines fall under the Arts/Humanities umbrella, making it one of the largest, most diverse and accessible fields of study. For many Arts graduates, postgraduate study is a way to gain a competitive edge over their peers, secure vocational skills and/or specialise in a specific discipline. There is a long tradition of research in the field, and research students make up a fair proportion of all enrolled. A PhD is required for students wanting an academic career, so for many it is the next 'stepping stone' after completing an Honours year. Unfortunately, the number of students undertaking postgraduate research work in an Arts or Humanities discipline far outstrips the number of early-career academic positions. Coursework programs in this area have become more popular in recent years but, compared to research programs, are more affected by demand, work force patterns and economic factors. Many are interdisciplinary or have an 'applied' element – catering for generalist graduates wanting to gain practical vocations skills. Course options include:
This article is taken from the 2008 edition of GCA's employer directory Graduate Opportunities
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