A Big Dilemaa!! UCLAN, City University or ??

Hello, I have applied for admission in UCLAN, City, University of London and Oxford Brookes for MA in Publishing. This is my dream. but I don't know if it's the right thing that I am doing. I am having a financial crunch so I have been thinking of taking a loan but the way digital media is dominating the market, I am in a big dilemma as to which university to choose which will get me a good placement. How should I compare these institutions? What should I do going forward? Please help me out

Original post by Rohini_Rastogi

Hello, I have applied for admission in UCLAN, City, University of London and Oxford Brookes for MA in Publishing. This is my dream. but I don't know if it's the right thing that I am doing. I am having a financial crunch so I have been thinking of taking a loan but the way digital media is dominating the market, I am in a big dilemma as to which university to choose which will get me a good placement. How should I compare these institutions? What should I do going forward? Please help me out

Look at the industry and entry level roles that you'd like to do, and find out what those employee qualifications are (use LinkedIn). Of those, I think Oxford Brookes has a strong rep for Publishing

Original post by Rohini_Rastogi

Hello, I have applied for admission in UCLAN, City, University of London and Oxford Brookes for MA in Publishing. This is my dream. but I don't know if it's the right thing that I am doing. I am having a financial crunch so I have been thinking of taking a loan but the way digital media is dominating the market, I am in a big dilemma as to which university to choose which will get me a good placement. How should I compare these institutions? What should I do going forward? Please help me out

Hi Rohini_Rastogi,

Thank you for sharing your thoughts and concerns! It's completely normal to feel uncertain when making such an important decision, especially when it involves your future career and a financial investment.

When comparing institutions, you may wish to consider the following factors:

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Course Content & Specializations: Look into the specific modules and areas of focus at each university. Some programs might place more emphasis on digital publishing or media, which could align well with industry trends, such as the rise of digital platforms.

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Industry Connections: Consider each university’s ties to the publishing industry. Do they offer internships, work placements, or networking opportunities with key publishers? These can play an important role in securing a job after graduation.

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Graduate Success: Research graduate employment rates or read testimonials from alumni about how the course supported their careers. It may be helpful to think about the area of publishing you’re most interested in and work backward from there. Some programs may have stronger placement records in specific sectors of publishing.

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Financial Considerations: As you’ve noted, while it’s important to follow your passion, it’s worth considering the costs. Taking a loan is a significant commitment, so you might want to explore scholarships, bursaries, or part-time work opportunities at each university to help ease the financial burden.

Wishing you the best of luck with your decision, or hoping you’re confident with your choice if you’ve already made it 🙂

Feel free to reach out if you have any other questions, or let us know about your experience!

Best wishes,

Clare
Admissions
Oxford Brookes University

Original post by Rohini_Rastogi

Hello, I have applied for admission in UCLAN, City, University of London and Oxford Brookes for MA in Publishing. This is my dream. but I don't know if it's the right thing that I am doing. I am having a financial crunch so I have been thinking of taking a loan but the way digital media is dominating the market, I am in a big dilemma as to which university to choose which will get me a good placement. How should I compare these institutions? What should I do going forward? Please help me out

Hi @Rohini_Rastogi,

It's completely normal to now know how decide or feel stressed deciding. I definitely did when I was deciding where to study! I would recommend going to open days is the best way to determine where to study. You will be able to speak to academics and get an overall feel for the campus. The campus was great for me and there is so much to do in Preston as well as the great transport links Preston has. 🙂

Why study MA Publishing with UCLan:

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We have an extensive network in industry – working across different genres and publishing houses – who visit regularly to support student learning.

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This is a highly vocational MA programme designed to support CV building. It's ideal for those needing more work experience or for career changers.

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We are the founders of the Northern Young Adult Literary Festival. An Arts Council funded festival designed to make Children’s and Young Adult books more accessible to an audience in the North. The festival has had prestigious authors attend. From Juno Dawson, Holly Bourne, Melinda Salisbury, Matt Killeen, Patrice Lawrence to Yaba Badoe.

To find out more visit: MA Publishing - Publishing Masters - UCLan

Hope this helps and you decide on the right university for yourself!
^Zac

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