What is the difference between master of arts political science or master of science in political science?

Answer 1

One is science (and therefore valuable) and the other is in arts (less valuable) ps the brackets are just teasing:P

Answer 2

A Masters of Arts degree is a humanities based degree. It is designed to provide a balanced liberal arts education and general knowledge in a recognized discipline, interdisciplinary field, or areas of professional study.

A Masters of Science degree is science based. It is designed to provide a balanced liberal arts education and a scientific, technical, or professional entry level competence.

Answer 3

The difference between M.A. and M.Sc., as the difference between B.A. and B.Sc., is typically of a formal nature rather than of a real nature - there is no difference in terms of what you study or how you study. The choice of name mostly has to do with the history of each University than with anything else.

Answer 4

I have never been made aware of a master's of arts in nursing. Typically, it is a masters of science degree. Still, to give you a brief overview of the difference between an arts and science degree, read the following.

The Master of Arts degree (MA) has a broader scope, with a strong emphasis on the humanities, theoretical and general knowledge in a recognized discipline, interdisciplinary field, or of a professional study.

The Master of Science degree (MS) is more of a focused approach with a science base to include a balance of liberal arts, technological knowledge, math and computer oriented skills, and practical skills needed for a particular discipline within the field.

Answer 5

A master's degree is a general degree category from which many specific programs of study fall (majors). There are typically two common types. A master of arts, and a master of science. Each have a slightly different approach to a specific filed. Below is a brief overview of the differences.

The Master of Arts degree (MA) has a broader scope, with a strong emphasis on the humanities, theoretical and general knowledge in a recognized discipline, interdisciplinary field, or of a professional study.

The Master of Science degree (MS) is more of a focused approach with a science base to include a balance of liberal arts, technological knowledge, math and computer oriented skills, and practical skills needed for a particular discipline within the field.

Answer 6

The masters of arts (MA) has a broader scope, with a strong emphasis on the humanities, theoretical and general knowledge in a recognized discipline, interdisciplinary field, or of a professional study.

The masters of science (MS) is more of a focused approach with a science base to include a balance of liberal arts, technological knowledge, math and computer oriented skills, and practical skills needed for a particular discipline within the field.

A masters in education is typically a masters of arts (MA) degree. Remember, the MA and MS have programs that are specific to themselves. However, whether an arts or science degree, the institution and the department offering the program choose which focus they what to use.

Answer 7

It depends on the institution and education department within the school as to which focus they prefer.

The Master of Arts degree (MA) has a broader scope, with a strong emphasis on the humanities, theoretical and general knowledge in a recognized discipline, interdisciplinary field, or of a professional study.

The Master of Science degree (MS) is more of a focused approach with a science base to include a balance of liberal arts, technological knowledge, math and computer oriented skills, and practical skills needed for a particular discipline within the field.

Answer 8

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