Postgraduate Subject Overview: Architecture
The UK has a global reputation for pioneering architecture, construction and urban planning. Examples of traditional and modern architecture are in evidence throughout the UK and architects are pushing the boundaries of innovation with materials and concepts to make buildings commercially viable, energy efficient and visually striking. Architects are continually looking to create the next instant architectural icon in the UK. In the nation’s capital, developers planning the new generation of landmark buildings are looking to the skies. Due for completion in 2012,...

The appeal of postgraduate diplomas and postgraduate certificates
Many of us feel tempted to arm ourselves with another qualification later in life, or to qualify in a different subject area to our initial degree choice. Postgraduate diplomas and postgraduate certificates are emerging as increasingly popular ways to do this. Why? Because they can be a time-friendly way to fast-track a change of career or qualify in a completely new field… If you have a good bachelor’s degree under your belt and find your interest wandering to a new field of study, but don’t want to commit financially or practically to a more intensive...