Postgraduate Taught Global Update as of March 2025

Our unique Pulse trackers and Share of Search data provide insights on thousands of prospective international students interested in Global Masters study opportunities. As of March 2025, we’re seeing that:

• We see a slight recovery in interest for US Masters study. Interest is much more stable from European, North American and African audiences, and it sees the largest growth for Asian audiences.
  
  
• All audiences see growth for On Campus study, and it is once again the preferred delivery method for all audiences.
  
  
• Autumn 2025 is continues to be the most popular entry point for all destinations and is the preferred option for around two thirds of all audiences. Those interested in North American study are more likely to be looking to Spring 2026 and beyond.
  
  
• Subject area interest remains more volatile in US Masters study than elsewhere - we continue to see a significant shift towards Creative Arts & Design. This is also truly for Irish study, but to a lesser extent.