having two masters at the same uni

G

Hi,I did a MA at Soas, but I am thinking to start another MSc at Soas in order to apply for a PHD at LSE(DESTIN). Having two postgraduate qualifications from the same university will affect my career?THX.
Noemi

G

I don't imagine it would affect your chances much, but some universities may think that you have some sort of lioyalty to the university you're already at. Did you do your forst degree there too? The hope with universities offering PhDs is that you will continue there, but if you look like you'll go back to your old university afterwards they may be a little reluctant. I shouldn't think they'd hold it against you too much though

G

Having two Masters may seem like you are delaying moving on - it doesn't matter if they are from the same or different universities. Most people would like to see a natural progression - a second masters is a side step not a step forward.

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