Having finished a bachelor’s degree is already achievement. However, you may be having a specific career objective in mind, or you may want to explore alternative career choices. Irrespective of the reasons, we can all agree that pursuing a postgraduate course will enable you to reach new heights. The more reassured you become, financially, personally, and professionally, the more freedom you get.
In my case, I decided to study EIT InnoEnergy Master’s in Energy Storage because I wanted to enhance my skill set and knowledge in renewability. Having done my bachelor’s in Renewable Energy Engineering, I have been fortunate to have experienced an abundance of options for me to specialise in. From my point of view, energy storage is one of the vital solutions to our energy problem. So, through this programme, I wanted to expand my horizons and immerse in this field to contribute to a sustainable infrastructure!
I have compiled 5 reasons as to why, I believe, studying a master’s programme could be the investment of a lifetime for you!
Becoming an expert
First, pursuing a master’s will enable you to grasp the core knowledge associated with your field of interest. During your master’s studies, you will have multiple opportunities to learn and understand subjects in great depth. This is supported by assignment of various research projects, case studies, industry visits, and examinations. At EIT InnoEnergy Master School, there is an extra advantage of being trained in a multidisciplinary way since you also develop your entrepreneurial skills and embrace innovation as you launch your career in the field of sustainability. You will also get multiple opportunities to partake in research or industry-based internships which will aid in developing your professional growth.
Accelerate your professional development
A master’s degree is the key to unlocking a plethora of opportunities to enhance your career prospects. Graduating with a master’s degree will help you to apply for high-skilled roles within an organisation. Having a master’s degree also increases your chances of earning a higher salary compared to just having a bachelor’s degree. In many countries, a master’s degree is becoming a must for positions in certain fields.
Switch area of interest
Sometimes you may feel that your career is not challenging or well-paid enough. You may be at a stage where you are no longer interested in your current position. In such cases, doing a master’s programme will assist you to switch your area of interest to a more challenging and interesting one. The master’s programmes at EIT InnoEnergy allow students of different technical backgrounds to focus on different areas of energy engineering since they follow a holistic approach with the fundamentals rooted in sustainability.
Grow your network
One of the most important benefits you can obtain with a master’s is growing and developing your professional network. You will grow your network through a variety of events planned during your programme. At EIT InnoEnergy Masters school, we have a platform called the CommUnity by EIT InnoEnergy that enables us to engage with other students, alumni as well as industry leaders with whom we can collaborate and communicate. This engagement can range from joining/creating a start-up to getting professional consultations and, subsequently, making a difference in the world!
Enrich individual growth
Master’s students need to dedicate extra effort to fulfilling course requirements due to the independent nature of postgraduate courses. Hence, this can be a great opportunity to collaborate with fellow like-minded, highly motivated students of different backgrounds. These experiences will help develop professional and interpersonal skills which are the building blocks to excel in your chosen field.
Conclusion
Completing your master’s will allow you to experience the greatest sense of accomplishment and confidence. Owing to being specialised in your chosen field, combined with the networking opportunities, it is one of the best feelings in the world. After just a few months, I already feel better qualified to move into positions of leadership and management while doing the work I love.
I hope this blog helps you make the best decision and take the first steps to achieve your goals!
By Sharon Santhosh, EIT InnoEnergy Master’s in Energy Storage Student