Master's programmes

A professional master’s is follow-up to a professional bachelor’s. It enables you to further deepen your knowledge and skills within a specific field of study. With a professional master’s degree, you can advance in your career and take on more responsibilities. It can also open doors to managerial positions or offer opportunities to conduct independent research. 

The level of both these forms of education is the same. Both the professional master's and the academic master's are hard work and the number of ECTS credits is the same. Yet there are some differences. The biggest difference lies in the nature of research undertaken. A professional master's focuses mainly on practical application within the professional realm. In contrast, an academic master's emphasises the cultivation of research skills, theory and knowledge development. So, are you more practice-oriented? Then a professional master’s would be a prudent choice. Conversely, if theoretical exploration appeals to you, an academic master’s would likely suit you better. 

If you are not directly admissible to a master’s, you may consider attending a pre-master’s degree. This is a transition track that prepares you for a master’s degree. During the pre-master’s track, you will acquire all the knowledge and skills required for the master’s. After completing the pre-master’s degree, you will have direct access to the master’s programme. If you obtained a professional bachelor’s and want to do an academic master’s, you will first need to complete a pre-master’s degree. For the professional master’s programmes, a pre-master’s is not required. 

BUas offers a number of pre-master’s degrees. 

The cost of a master's degree can vary. It depends on the type and duration of the programme. Just consult the programme pages on our website for specific information on tuition fees and any financial support. BUas also has scholarships available.