Master's Degree
A master’s degree is an academic qualification granted at the postgraduate level to individuals who have successfully undergone study demonstrating a high level of expertise in a specific field of study or area of professional practice. Students who graduate with a master’s degree should possess advanced knowledge of a specialized body of theoretical and applied topics, a high level of skills and techniques associated with their chosen subject area, and a range of transferable and professional skills gained through independent and highly focused learning and research.Master’s degrees typically take one to three years to complete, through either part-time or full-time study. The specific duration varies depending on the subject, the country in which you study and the type of master’s degree you choose. In terms of study credits, the standardized European system of higher education specifies students must have 90-120 European Credit Transfer and Accumulation System (ECTS) credits, while in the UK it takes 180 credits to complete a master’s program, and 36 to 54 semester credits in the US.
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Broadly speaking, there are two main types of master’s degrees: taught master’s degrees and research master’s degrees. Taught master’s degrees (also called course-based master’s degrees) are much more structured, with students following a program of lectures, seminars and supervisions, as well as choosing their own research project to explore. Research master’s degrees, on the other hand, require much more independent work, allowing students to pursue a longer research project and involves less teaching time. There are also master’s programs aimed at working professionals (sometimes called executive master’s degrees), and master’s programs that follow directly on from an undergraduate degree (integrated master’s programs). Types of master’s degrees and the names and abbreviations used for them also vary depending on the subject area and the entry requirements.
Why study for a master’s degree?
Asking yourself this question can help you to formulate your personal statement, a common requirement for most master’s degree applications. The personal statement is a chance for students to explain their reasons for choosing their course, why they want to pursue a master’s degree, and mention any relevant skills, study and/or work experience they already have.
1. Subject interest. You gained a passionate interest in your chosen field of study during your bachelor’s degree (or during independent study outside of formal education) and want to further your knowledge in the subject, and/or specialize in a particular area. You may want to pursue in-depth research about the subject, become an academic of the subject or teach it to others. You may also be preparing for PhD-level research.
2. Career development. You need a master’s degree in order to acquire further knowledge, qualifications or skills in order to pursue a particular career, advance in your present career or even change careers altogether. Make sure to check with professional bodies or employers to ensure your chosen course is properly recognized or accredited before applying. Lawyers, doctors, teachers, librarians and physicists may all require postgraduate qualifications.
3. Employability. You believe an extra qualification can help you stand out from first-degree graduates and impress employers. A master’s degree can indeed increase your knowledge, personal and professional skills and perhaps even boost your confidence, and consequently your employability. A master’s degree qualification can also assist you in securing funding for PhD study.
4. Love of academia. You wish to stay in university as long as possible, either because you love university life or are unable to make a decision about your future and want to explore more about your chosen subject before entering the working world. You may stay in academia professionally if you wish, by contributing to research in a university department. If that’s your goal, it may help to start exploring possible job options during your studies so you’re better prepared for life after graduation.
5. Industry requirement. Your chosen professional field puts immense value on master’s degrees. The value of a master’s degree varies by field. While some fields require a master’s degree without exception, others do not require advanced degrees for advancement or employment, while in some cases a master’s degree career progression comparable to a doctoral degree (for example, in social work, the pay differential between doctoral degree graduates and master’s degree graduates is fairly slim).