References MSc Application

Hi there,

New to TSR! I’ve been out of HE for quite some years (nearly 12) now, and am looking to apply to do a Comp Sci/Data Sci related MSc.

Where a uni asks for a reference within two years of course start date (mine are entirely likely to be professional), would a university ever accept references from a decade or so ago (big) IF needing an academic one to sit alongside professional ones?

Any info much appreciated!

Cheers,
Marzinho 😊

Reply 1

Mu-tron

The obvious response is 'email the university and ask'. It's not unheard of though. When I applied to my master's after a long period away from HE, I asked my old teachers for references and that worked just fine.

(edited 1 year ago)

Reply 2

AudreyCityUniRep

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by Marzinho

Hi there,
New to TSR! I’ve been out of HE for quite some years (nearly 12) now, and am looking to apply to do a Comp Sci/Data Sci related MSc.
Where a uni asks for a reference within two years of course start date (mine are entirely likely to be professional), would a university ever accept references from a decade or so ago (big) IF needing an academic one to sit alongside professional ones?
Any info much appreciated!
Cheers,
Marzinho 😊

Hello! Each university has different requirements for letters of recommendation. In the case of City St George's, University of London, we only expect a professional reference from a current or recent employer or supervisor if the applicant has graduated for more than 2 years. Hope this information is helpful.

Best wishes,
Audrey

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