The Graduate Dean, Professor Sarah Hainsworth, has been interviewed by The Independent on postgraduate funding.

Unlike the student loans available to undergraduates, there is no national funding scheme for those wanting to continue their education through postgraduate-level study. However, that's not to say there is no funding available - but it does take some finding and competition can be fierce.

Read the full interview here.

The University of Leicester advertises a number of postgraduate studentships and other funding opportunities throughout the year. There is also advice on other sources of funding.