Hi, I'm new to the forums and hope that am asking my question in the right place. The question is: is it worth doing an MSc in Product Design (already have a BSc) or would it be better to start over and study another Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering?
I am employed as a CAD guy and the job is more inclined towards the mechanical field rather than arts and design; I have already applied to Oxford Brookes to start a part-time course in BEng Mechanical Engineering next year whilst working. However, it will take 5-7 years to complete 2 academic years at uni at this pace, which makes me wonder whether it is worth the effort.
Ideally I would like to improve my technical knowledge (which is what most MSc programs in Design don't offer), but without completely abandoning my first degree. I am not sure how employers will consider this though, will they consider both degrees valuable or regard me simply as a novice in a Mechanical Engineering field? Perhaps its best to stick to Product Design and continue with an MSc?
Has anyone switched/mixed career paths like this? Please let me know what your thoughts are.
Cheers.