UK Postgraduate Strategy Session

UK Study Consultant: Postgraduate Strategy Consultation
90 minutes to clarify your direction

Studying in the UK isn't just about “applying for a degree.” Different universities, courses, and research directions can shape your career, your relocation plans, and your life choices for years to come. This is a one-to-one consultation built around strategic planning.

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Who Is This For?

This service is for anyone planning to study a Master's, MPhil, PhD, or EdD in the UK — especially if you:

The Approach

In this 90-minute strategy session, I'll work with your background, work experience, goals, and personal circumstances to help you build the UK postgraduate study path that's actually right for you— not just hand you a list of universities.

What's Included

Phase One — Background
Part One: Your Background
  • Reviewing your academic and work experience
  • Career goals and future plans
  • Your real reasons for studying in the UK
Phase Two — Strategy
Part Two: Study Strategy
  • Whether a Master's, MPhil, PhD, or EdD is right for you
  • Suitable subject areas and research directions
  • University types and selection strategy
  • An initial assessment of your competitiveness
Phase Three — Action
Part Three: Action Plan
  • A suggested application timeline
  • Direction for your Personal Statement
  • CV guidance
  • Initial direction for a Research Proposal, where relevant
  • Your next steps

About Connie

Connie Lau

“I want to help people plan their UK study path with more clarity and more strategy — not just follow the crowd.”

Connie has been based in the UK for seven years. She's currently completing an EdD (Doctor of Education) at the University of Nottingham, holds an MA from the University of Liverpool, and is PGCE qualified. She's also the founder of Couch Potato Education, with years of focus on English education and teacher training. From Hong Kong to the UK, from a Master's to a doctorate — Connie understands the trade-offs and strategy behind every step of a study abroad journey, and that's exactly what she hopes to pass on to every client through this consultation.

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What You'll Leave With

01

A personalised study strategy

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Recommended application routes and universities

03

A clear application timeline

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A summary of next steps

Frequently Asked Questions

What's the difference between a UK study consultant and a study abroad agent?

This is a one-to-one study strategy consultation that helps you clarify your direction, university selection strategy, and application timeline. It is not an application handling service and does not fill out forms on your behalf. The aim is to build the right study route for you before you commit tuition and time.

Which programmes is the consultation suitable for?

It is designed for anyone planning to study a Master's, MPhil, PhD, or EdD in the UK, regardless of where you are based.

How long is the consultation and how much does it cost?

The consultation is a 90-minute one-to-one session. Launch pricing is HKD 2,980 for the first 20 clients, rising to HKD 4,980 afterwards.

What does the 90-minute session cover?

Three parts: background analysis (education, work experience, career goals), study strategy (programme type, subject direction, university selection, and an initial competitiveness assessment), and an action plan (application timeline, Personal Statement and CV guidance, and initial Research Proposal direction where relevant).

Can I book if I haven't decided on a subject or university yet?

Yes. The service is designed for people who are still deciding on a course or university, as well as those with work experience who want a long-term academic and career plan.

What will I leave with after the consultation?

You will leave with a personalised study strategy, recommended application routes and university directions, a clear application timeline, and a summary of next steps.

Fee

Launch pricing · First 20 clients
90-minute 1:1 strategy consultation
HKD2,980
Rising to HKD 4,980
Limited spots, first come first served
Book My Strategy Session
This is not an “application handling” serviceIf you're only looking for someone to fill out application forms for you, this service may not be for you. But if you want to get clear on your direction and build the study strategy that's right for you before investing hundreds of thousands of dollars in tuition and a year or more of your life, this service will give you a clearer, more confident starting point.

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Beyond strategy consultations, Connie continues to offer English education and teacher training content through Couch Potato Education.