What to study

Programmes with
real career outcomes.

20 years of alumni tracking means we know where the jobs, salaries, and visa sponsorship actually are. No commission-driven recommendations.

Filter:
💻
Very High
Technology

MSc Computer Science

Core CS: data structures, algorithms, systems. Skills that actually last, not trendy frameworks.

🇬🇧 UK
£28K–45K
🇮🇪 Ireland
€32K–50K
Market take: Extremely strong job market. Post-study work visa available. The degree that solves the visa problem for most Indian students.
🧠
Very High
Technology

MSc AI / Machine Learning

The hype is real, but so is the competition. Real skills and portfolio matter more than the degree title.

🇬🇧 UK
£32K–50K
🇮🇪 Ireland
€35K–55K
Market take: Saturated market — everyone is doing AI. Internships and projects differentiate you. Still strong placements at top companies.
📊
Very High
Data

MSc Data Science

Sits between statistics and computing. Less hyped than AI, stronger job fit, real shortage of talent.

🇬🇧 UK
£27K–40K
🇮🇪 Ireland
€30K–45K
Market take: Strong and growing. Less oversaturated than AI. Real demand across finance, tech, consulting, and healthcare.
📈
Very High
Data

MSc Business Analytics

Analytics with business context. Practical tools: SQL, Python, Tableau. Great for consulting and strategy roles.

🇬🇧 UK
£25K–38K
🇮🇪 Ireland
€28K–40K
Market take: Growing field with real hiring. Non-engineering backgrounds welcome. Consulting firms actively recruit.
💼
High
Business

MBA

High investment, potentially high return. Requires work experience to pay off. Not for everyone.

🇬🇧 UK
£45K–90K
🇮🇪 Ireland
€50K–95K
Market take: For experienced professionals: salary jump 25–40%. For undergrads: less clear ROI. Choose carefully.
🎯
Moderate
Business

MSc Management

Lighter than MBA. Faster. Good pathway for career transition without the full commitment.

🇬🇧 UK
£22K–35K
🇮🇪 Ireland
€25K–38K
Market take: Moderate outcomes. Works as a stepping stone. Good for those without work experience yet.
💰
High
Finance

MSc Finance

Door to banking and investment. Internships during course are non-negotiable. CFA complementary.

🇬🇧 UK
£30K–55K
🇮🇪 Ireland
€35K–60K
Market take: Competitive. Internships make or break placement. London and Dublin strong. CFA/FRM open doors.
📒
High
Finance

MSc Accounting

Chartered accounting route. Long but clear path. Professional exams post-degree lead to £50K+ salaries in 5–7 years.

🇬🇧 UK
£22K–32K
🇮🇪 Ireland
€26K–36K
Market take: Stable and reliable. Big Four hire globally. Long-term play but real wealth-building potential.
⚕️
Critical Shortage
Healthcare

MSc Nursing

Global nursing shortage is real. Ireland pathway still open; UK tightening. Direct path to residency in many countries.

🇬🇧 UK
£26K–35K
🇮🇪 Ireland
€35K–48K
Market take: Excellent job market. Ireland especially open with visa sponsorship. Registered Nurse pay is strong and stable.
🏥
High
Healthcare

MSc Public Health

Growing sector post-pandemic. WHO, NHS, research roles. Blend of science, policy, and management.

🇬🇧 UK
£28K–42K
🇮🇪 Ireland
€32K–48K
Market take: Strong growth. International bodies actively hiring. Good fit for medical / biology backgrounds wanting non-clinical work.
⚙️
Very High
Engineering

MEng Engineering

Mechanical, Civil, Electrical, Chemical. Strong career mathematically. Visa sponsorship available.

🇬🇧 UK
£26K–42K
🇮🇪 Ireland
€30K–48K
Market take: Very strong across UK/Ireland/Europe. Real shortage. Graduate salary grows to £45K+ within 3 years.
📦
High
Business

MSc Supply Chain

Underrated field. Every company needs it. Less glamorous than finance but better employment.

🇬🇧 UK
£24K–36K
🇮🇪 Ireland
€28K–40K
Market take: Strong and growing post-pandemic. Real job shortage. Good entry point for operations careers.
How we advise

Course fit matters more than ranking.

We've seen students take the wrong course at a famous university and regret it. The right course at the right university — even if it's not in the Top 20 — consistently produces better graduate outcomes. Tell us your goals, and we'll match you honestly.

Not sure what to study? We'll help you decide.

Free 30-minute counseling. Honest advice based on your profile, grades, and career goals.

Book Free Counseling