Weigh a Master's, Ph.D. in Engineering. More. Getty. Students who pursue a graduate degree in engineering will be more competitive in the job market than those with just a bachelor's, experts say.

Master’s vs. Ph.D.: The pros and cons. Pros of a master’s degree. One benefit to a master’s is the ability to launch into a different career path than what your current major allows.

Do you need a master's degree to get a Ph.D.? No, but experts suggest considering these key factors before deciding. By Andrew Warner | April 29, 2024. By Andrew Warner | April 29, 2024, at 3:55 p.m.