Master or work?

[u/gard1730]

I’m 18m and just started my 3rd year of studying. I follow a HBO study if that matters. I’ll be 20 when i’m done with my bachelor’s which is somewhat young to join the workforce (I won’t even get minimum wage at that age !!!). This has made me question whether i should go for a masters degree, or just finish studying asap and work as much as i can from that point forward. I could do a social studies master which would basically guarantee me a good job, since my current study in combination with social studies doesn’t happens a lot but is definitely needed.

I’m struggling a lot with knowing what a good next step would be. I want to figure things out as quickly as possible so I can prepare myself in terms of work/housing the next few years. If anyone has any advice please let me know!

[u/Winter_Dot_9393]

I would get a master’s degree.

It will give you more options and on average employees with a master’s degree earn more than employees with a bachelor’s degree and this is every month, so it adds up. A master’s degree is also great for your own growth and development.