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		specproc on Sept 11, 2022 \| parent \| context \| favorite \| on: Ask HN: How did you start higher education after 4... My partner didn't finish her undergrad, but was accepted onto an MSc program in Manchester in the UK on the basis of her work experience. I think students with experience are great for courses, and applications from these sorts of candidates look great amongst piles of identikit young over achievers.

barry-cotter on Sept 11, 2022 [–]

It’s a taught Master’s. They want the money and some scrap of a justification for admitting you. Don’t overthink it.

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