Originally I went to University 3 years ago to study MPhys Theoretical Physics. After completing my second year, however I was forced to leave and come home (family reason, I wont bore you with the details here).
Anyway, since moving back, aswell as working I've transfered the credit I had to a BSc in Mathematics with the Open University and so am therefore not too far away from completing it.
My question is this; is it worth me adding an extra two years on top of the studies to go for the MSc or not?
In all honesty, I can't really see myself in a career in Mathematics, and if I'm being really honest the main reason I want to go for MSc is to finish what I started on the MPhys course.
It begs the question, will having a MSc over a BSc really help me obtain a better career (of which, I'm not sure what it will be yet), or am I wasting my time?
Incidentally, although I do enjoy my degree, I don't enjoy it enough to do another two years "just for the academic acheivement" of it.
Ta.
2006-07-30 22:37:58 · 6 answers · asked by sly` 3 in Education & Reference ➔ Higher Education (University +)
I did a BSc in Physics several years ago. I then went on to work in IT, not using my degree at all! When I got bored of that I went and did an MSc for 1 year, and I found that I enjoyed it much more than my BSc (different uni, different people, and I myself was more mature having worked a 9-5 job for a few years). My MSc has now led onto a PhD, and i'm enjoying it. But what that will lead to I have no idea. I think when you're young its good to do, because you might regret it in years to come. But on the other hand, if you have a job or career in mind that absolutely doesn't need it, then don't bother. It might give you time to decide what you want out of life?
2006-07-30 22:44:53 · answer #1 · answered by Rob 2 · 2⤊ 0⤋
well i think you have answered your question. 2 years is a long time to study something you are not keen on and you might not use. it is only 1 level higher isn't it whatever level of degree you finish with is still good. I am actually in the same boat as you my first career was catering and hospitality got quite far. But now 5 years later 3 kids later i am changing my career to webdesign with the open university. Remember this, your career you are thinking about now might not be with you for the rest of your working career. Good luck whatever you decide.
2006-07-30 22:47:07 · answer #2 · answered by jules 4 · 0⤊ 0⤋
I think you should concentrate on what you want to do with your life now and go for a job that you would enjoy and would give you great satisfaction. It doesnt sound worth you studying for another 2 years if you wouldnt know what to do with the qualification anyway. Start earning now and your porsche will be on your drive quicker. Well done for getting this far and good luck x
2006-07-30 22:42:58 · answer #3 · answered by princess tinkle UK 4 · 0⤊ 0⤋
If you have a full certificate it helps with your career.you have to decide which is your interest and what you want to be.Nowadays experience is secondary compare to your qualification so choose wisely and complete good luck
2006-07-30 23:04:04 · answer #4 · answered by Gamarays 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Most universities require a MS to teach. So if you were going to teach, the MS would help.
2006-07-30 22:42:26 · answer #5 · answered by dxle 4 · 0⤊ 0⤋
yes additional qualification gets u better job.
2006-07-30 23:06:38 · answer #6 · answered by jv 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋