Postgraduate Courses
Postgraduate education involves learning and studying for academic or professional degrees, academic or professional certificates, academic or professional diplomas, or other qualifications for which a first or bachelor’s degree generally is required, and it is normally considered to be part of higher education.
A post-graduate certificate— sometimes called a post-graduate diploma—is a short course of study taken after a master’s or doctoral degree. Post-graduate certificates usually focus on a specific career specialty that professionals want to add to their repertoire.
In simple terms, a postgraduate student is anyone who is studying a postgraduate course, including a masters course, an MPhil and a PhD, that requires an undergraduate degree as part of the entry requirements.
Key Differences
AspectUndergraduatePostgraduateLevelEntry-levelAdvancedFocusBroad and foundational knowledgeSpecialized and focused knowledgeDuration3–4 years1–7 years (varies by program)OutcomeBachelor's degreeMaster's, Ph.D., diploma, or certificate
Age range for Admission in Postgraduate Course
A postgraduate course is typically one year’s duration full-time or may take two years to complete part-time. A postgraduate diploma, postgraduate degree or master’s degree provides a student with an advanced level of education in their chosen field of study.
The course content is designed to build on the knowledge gained at the undergraduate degree level. Often the course material is more practical in nature to better prepare the student with the skills required in the workplace. Completion of postgraduate studies helps students advance their career prospects and deepen their understanding of their field of study.
1. Arts and Humanities- Master of Arts (MA)
Specializations include: - English
- History
- Political Science
- Sociology
- Philosophy
- Psychology
- Economics
- Anthropology
- Linguistics
- Journalism and Mass Communication
- Master of Fine Arts (MFA)
Includes painting, sculpture, and applied arts. - Master of Social Work (MSW)
- Master of Design (M.Des)
Specializations like fashion, interior, industrial, and graphic design.
| 2. Science- Master of Science (MSc)
Popular specializations: - Physics
- Chemistry
- Biology
- Mathematics
- Biotechnology
- Microbiology
- Environmental Science
- Data Science
- Forensic Science
- MSc (Nursing)
- Master of Computer Applications (MCA)
- Master of Science in Agriculture (MSc Agriculture)
|
3. Commerce and Management- Master of Commerce (MCom)
- Master of Business Administration (MBA)
Specializations include: - Finance
- Marketing
- Human Resource Management
- Operations Management
- International Business
- Business Analytics
- Master of Management Studies (MMS)
- Post Graduate Diploma in Management (PGDM)
| 4. Engineering and Technology- Master of Technology (MTech) / Master of Engineering (ME)
Specializations include: - Computer Science
- Mechanical
- Civil
- Electrical
- Electronics and Communication
- Artificial Intelligence
- Robotics
- Data Science
- Master of Architecture (MArch)
- Master of Planning (MPlan)
|
5. Medical and Allied Health Sciences- Doctor of Medicine (MD)
- Master of Surgery (MS)
- Master of Dental Surgery (MDS)
- Master of Public Health (MPH)
- Master of Physiotherapy (MPT)
- Master of Pharmacy (MPharm)
- Master of Veterinary Science (MVSc)
- MSc in Clinical Research
- MSc in Nutrition and Dietetics
| 6. Law |
7. Education- Master of Education (M.Ed)
- Master of Arts in Education (MA Education)
| 8. Hotel Management and Tourism- Master of Hotel Management (MHM)
- Master of Tourism Administration (MTA)
|
9. Vocational and Skill-Based Courses- Master of Vocation (MVoc)
Fields like: - Retail Management
- Software Development
- Healthcare
- Food Processing
| 10. Other Specialized Courses- Master of Journalism and Mass Communication (MJMC)
- Master of Library and Information Science (MLIS)
- Master of Event Management (MEM)
- Master of Sports Management (MSM)
- Master of Fashion Technology (MFTech)
- Master of Public Administration (MPA)
- Master in International Relations (MIR)
- Master in Urban and Regional Planning
|
11. Research-Oriented Courses- Master of Philosophy (MPhil)
Available in arts, sciences, commerce, and other fields. - Master by Research (MRes)
Research-oriented postgraduate programs.
|
