This work provides advice on the wide range of postgraduate studies available, both academic and professional. It guides the reader through the selective and evaluative process of choosing a course, giving an explantion of the different types of courses, including opportunties abroad. The student is encouraged to evaluate his/her own motivation for further study and to assess the advantages and disadvantages of different teaching and learning methods. Further information on the practicalities of applications, finance and social aspects is also provided with case studies throughout to provide a picture of postgraduate life.