Difficulties getting 2 academic references!

Hi everyone,

I’m currently in the process of applying for a Master’s application, and I require 2 academic references for it.

My personal tutor has agreed to give me one, however, I’m having trouble finding someone to give me another. Ordinarily, I’d ask my dissertation supervisor for one, however, my tutor is also my supervisor, so that’s not an option.

I’ve gotten on well with a few lecturers, but not to the point where I know them well, so I’m stuck on who to ask for a second reference. I’d appreciate if anyone had some advice on who to ask!

Thanks!

Hi everyone,
I’m currently in the process of applying for a Master’s application, and I require 2 academic references for it.
My personal tutor has agreed to give me one, however, I’m having trouble finding someone to give me another. Ordinarily, I’d ask my dissertation supervisor for one, however, my tutor is also my supervisor, so that’s not an option.
I’ve gotten on well with a few lecturers, but not to the point where I know them well, so I’m stuck on who to ask for a second reference. I’d appreciate if anyone had some advice on who to ask!
Thanks!

Hey!
I was in the same position as yourself and used a reference from my dissertation supervisor, and felt like I didn't know the other lectures well enough to get another reference.
From my experience, regardless of how well you got to know them throughout your studies, they are always happy to give you a reference.
Is your dissertation supervisor relative to the masters degree you're applying for? For example, my dissertation supervisor was a lecturer in nutrition but I had applied for a masters in biomechanics, so don't think they have to be a lecturer in the field you're interested in applying for!
I chose to go for a lecturer who's module I done really well in, so make sure it's someone who has marked your exams/assignments because you're already on their radar and they'll be more than happy to give you a reference!
Hope that helps
Gemma
Official LJMU Rep

Hi!
I really appreciate the response! My dissertation supervisor/tutor is definitely relative to the course I’m looking to do (Cancer Biology).
I’m going through my best 2 modules from this year and just asking some of those lecturers, and just hoping for the best. Even if it’s not the best reference, I think my tutors reference will be good enough for it to balance out.
Again, thank you so much for the reply!