<p>What do you think about second master's degrees?
I'd say sometimes they might be a better idea than doing a Phd, but not always.
Do any of you have any thoughts or experiences with that?</p>
<p>Say someone does a first master's degree in child development and concludes she really does not want to go on for a PhD in that field, but decides at some point she'd like to pursue a graduate degree in criminology or criminal justice. Might it be better to pursue a master's degree in that, or a PhD?</p>
<p>Usually you have to pay for a masters so I would guess that financially speaking it is not the best idea. But it could also depend on how your undergraduate or previous masters education prepared you for the new field.</p>
<p>I am pursuing a dual-master’s degree program at my university. I can double-count courses to make the process easier and graduate with less debt. I think it really depends on the individual. I chose my programs because it will give me the most flexibility and best skills for my future endeavors. I am also pursuing a non-traditional career so that’s another important factor. </p>
<p>I will only recommend another master’s degree if it’s really essential to your field and it enhances your career opportunities. </p>
<p>I do know if I return to graduate school after the completion of my master’s degree(s), I will aim for the PhD.</p>