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Questions to ask before choosing a course
Go beyond the course title to understand modules, assessment and support.
Editorial team · 25 October 2026
About what you will learn
- Which modules are compulsory, and which are optional for my intake?
- How much of the course is theory, and how much is practical or project work?
- Is there a dissertation, capstone or placement option, and how is it arranged?
About how you will learn
- How many contact hours are typical each week?
- How is the course assessed: exams, coursework, presentations or group work?
- What class sizes should I expect?
About support
- What academic skills or language support is available?
- Who can I contact about accessibility or wellbeing needs?
- What careers support does the institution offer during and after the course?
About your application
- How are qualifications from my country assessed?
- Which documents are required, and in what format?
- What is the exact deadline for my intended intake, and in which time zone?
Keep a note of every answer and its source. Specific questions get specific answers, and those answers make your decision easier.
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