Is a masters degree from uk equivalent to USA's?

Question

i am looking forward to do a phd in usa after doing an msc in uk...is this sensible?

has anyone else done this?

Answer 1

Yes, the two degrees are equivalent. In fact, most PhD programs in the U.S. only require a bachelor's degree for admission, so you could even skip it. Keep in mind that in most fields a PhD takes a longer time to obtain in U.S. that it would in the UK.

Answer 2

I'm fairly sure you can... jsut make sure it's an Msc not an MA, as a Scottish MA is like a bachelors  - just a year longer.