Is it “masters degree” or “master’s degree”?
So, is it a degree for more than one master, or the posessive (apostrophe) of a master? The dictionary doesn’t list this and universities vary in their choice. What do you think, and why?
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No apostrophe, so “Masters Degree” rather than “Master’s Degree.” Similarly, it’s “Bachelors Degree” rather than “Bachelor’s Degree.” The possessive versions are often used but are not strictly correct.
When speaking of your own qualifications, one would say (using my own as an example) – “I have a Bachelor of Science degree in Industrial I.T.” or “I have a Master of Science degree in Advanced Oneupmanship.” BUT, it would be equally accurate to say “I have a Bachelors degree…” or “I have a Masters degree…”
In conclusion, the plural rather than the possessive is *generally* regarded as being correct, although either is now acceptable.
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I think you have a faulty dichotomy. In short, why have an “s” at all?
My Bachelors (I put the “s” because I have two) say,
Bachelor of Arts
Bachelor of Science
respectively.
My Master says,
Master of Science
For me, I’d rather just put B.A., B.S., M.S.
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Either is fine, but “master’s” is slightly better.
In the end, go with whatever your university uses.
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