Why Choose WIT for your postgraduate study
There are many factors you will have to take into account when making the important decision about which University or Institute will suit you best for your postgraduate study.
The following check list may help you make this decision:
The reputation and recognition of the awards granted. This is vital as you must not spend your important time preparing for a worthless award.
The quality of the research undertaken. Some factors you should explore include
- The qualifications and public profile of the supervisory staff.
- Their publications record.
- Their ability to attract external competitive funding.
- The quality of the facilities - laboratories, workshops, studios, equipment, library and IT resources.
- The research environment. Find out if you will be working alone or part of a team and select the arrangement that suits you best.
- The location of the University or Institute - e.g. is it accessible, safe, healthy, attractive. Proximity to your home and family.
- Do you want to stay on in the University or Institute from which you graduated or do you want a change?There are pros and cons for each of these.
- The availability of suitable accommodation.
- Value for money - aim for high quality and low fees!
- In addition to tuition fees, check out living costs - these tend to be lower in smaller cities.
- Availability of grants and awards.
- Support services provided for postgraduate students.
When you read this prospectus and compare WIT with other providers, you will be well placed to make an informed decision. If you decide that WIT suits you best, we assure you that we will do our very best to make your postgraduate experience worthwhile and rewarding.
Postgraduate Degree Awards
Most WIT Postgraduate awards are made by WIT under the authority delegated to it by the Higher Education Training and Awards Council (HETAC) within the framework of the National Qualifications Authority of Ireland (NQAI). They are therefore of the highest quality and are recognised internationally. Doctorates in some areas are offered by HETAC directly.
Postgraduate awards at WIT fall into the following categories
- Higher Diplomas
- Postgraduate Diplomas
- Taught Masters
- Research Masters
- Doctorate (PhD)