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Is getting a second undergrad degree after a grad degree going backwards?? |
Okay. I got an B.S. degree in MIS and a M.A. degree in Communications. I am now finding that I am interested in Graphic Design/Photography. Is it worth it to get a second undergrad degree or should I focus on a Master's or Certificate? Can you guys recommend any good choices or any good alternatives? I don't want to enroll in any one school, because I want the freedom to move from my current location. Thanks! Respectfully I think at some point you gotta put your degrees to work. In fact, you're in a pretty good spot right now. no degree ever made a photographer or graphic designer better. The good ones just set out to do it! Got out there everyday and tried to make it happen. With your communications degree and marketing training you shouldn't have any trouble getting someone to notice your artistic contributions. I think (and you asked this) it would be a step back. just delaying your contribution. Start doing your thing and forget about school. I do however wish you success and fullfillment in whatever you chose. I say go for the certificate - for Graphic Arts unless you are going to run your own business the technical skills are what you need; not the whole electives and all that - you already have those. Plus it's less expensive. Good luck OK. First of all getting a second degree is definitely going back because you have a first degree so I suggest you go for Master's or Certificate. Yes -- it is going backwards. EIther just take classes to learn what you need (and don't get a degree or certificate) or get another master's degree. The exception to this would be if you needed a certificate to get a job (like a teacher's certificate). Since this isn't the case for photography -- just take a few photography classes Definetly focus on a Master's or Certificate If you want to venture out go ahead it just means you will be more widely qualified and therefor more employable. Go for the Certificate...or just take a couple of courses to keep abreast of what's going on. Don't need Master's to become a good graphic artist, photographer, etc. Focus on whatever your passion is and not give the impression you are majoring in "school." Best of luck! |
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