MHB Can You Pursue a MS Abroad with a Previous Master's Degree?

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Applicants with a Master's degree from another university can indeed apply for a Master's program abroad. Many individuals hold multiple Master's degrees across different fields, and universities typically assess applications on a case-by-case basis. Having a Master's degree can enhance an applicant's profile, potentially making them more competitive. There are instances where candidates with a Master's degree may be offered a Master's program instead of a PhD, often due to the need for additional prerequisites. This flexibility in eligibility allows for diverse academic backgrounds, including transitions between unrelated fields. Overall, pursuing a second Master's degree can be a strategic choice for improving job prospects, regardless of the recognition of the previous institution.
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If an applicant already has a Master's degree from another university, can the applicant apply to a MS program abroad?
 
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If an applicant already has a Master's degree from another university, can the applicant apply to a MS program abroad?

Hi somz, :)

In my opinion the answer is yes. And there are many whom I know who have several masters degrees in multiple fields. Most of the application procedures and how they select the candidates varies from university to university, however I think having a masters degree is rather a good thing in applying for another masters. There are also situations which I know where a person having a masters degree applies for a Phd abroad and the university offers a masters, instead of directly selecting him/her for the Phd program. This probably happens due to the fact that the university thinks the candidate should have more prerequisites to start a Phd.
 
actually the university from where i'll be getting my masters degree is not so recognized for my particular branch. mine is a specialized branch and my university is recognized for those core engineering branches. so i thought of going for another majors from abroad. since i am not at all interested for a phd rather i wanted to go for masters only for better job prospects to be frank ,i felt so bad when someone told me that i won't be eligible for a masters degree again. but u made my day ..seriously :p thanks a lot :)
 
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actually the university from where i'll be getting my masters degree is not so recognized for my particular branch. mine is a specialized branch and my university is recognized for those core engineering branches. so i thought of going for another majors from abroad. since i am not at all interested for a phd rather i wanted to go for masters only for better job prospects to be frank ,i felt so bad when someone told me that i won't be eligible for a masters degree again. but u made my day ..seriously :p thanks a lot :)

You are welcome. I don't think there is a rigid set of rules when defining eligibility for grad studies. I believe applications are assessed in a case by case basis. I also know a person who had his undergrad in engineering and then did his Phd in Economics. I believe that getting entered into a postgrad program even in a very different field to what you have done in undergrad is not impossible. :)
 
thank you so much again :)
 
somz said:
thank you so much again :)

You are most welcome. :)
 

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