I agree. If you have the cash it shouldn't be a problem.

As suggested, coming up with an end-of-year dissertation Project for an MSc is something for yourself to decide on.

I think in many respects the HE environment has been buoyant employment wise for the past 10 or so years (believe it or not). With a expected change in Govt. to a political party that doesn't subscribe to the philosophy of 'a University in every town' (or suchlike) I think employment prospects in HE will tighten markedly.

In those instances, I (personally) can see ageism coming into play and "good old 'uns" fairing worse compared with younger (similarly qualified/experienced) candidates. Not trying to rain on anyones parade here btw

To be honest I wouldn't like to be in my 50's doing a PhD - with aspirations of an academic job afterwards. I can imagine ageism rearing its head in those circumstances. However, mid (ish) 40's should be doable - a Conservative Govt. allowing.

http://www.timesonline.co.uk/tol/life_and_style/career_and_jobs/article4878390.ece :-(

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"I think the "Doctor" bit has to be a reason for the majority of PhDers".

A bit of a sweeping statement isn't it. Personally, the (Dr.) title means naught to me.

If it is indeed the OP's sole/primary motivation then they've (IMO) got a problem.

I suppose the key question is would you be considering suchlike if not for the redundancy.

1. "It's not a science" - This bothers you why?

2. "There isn't any jobs in that" - Arguably very true.

3. "Poorly paid, why not be a doctor" - Pretty sound advice.

4. "It's only for gays and women" - handy if you're either then.

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You're also going to get far more answers to your questions if you can keep said questions under 300 words! Reading such monologues is a turn-off from the get-go. I personally gave up at line 10.

Like I keep saying, the money and the girls. Isn't it obvious.

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