Masters program. Which is easier thesis or research project stream.

[krazychic18]

Im currently an RN and considering applying for the Masters program in a Canadian University. The one in my town offers a thesis stream or a major research project stream. Ill have to study part time as I work and have a child. Which option do you think would be easier and less time consuming?

Thanks.

[classicdame, MSN, EdD]

Neither. You need to find out from a school advisor about the time allowed for each. They are VERY similar in the amount of research and paperwork you need to do. My thesis program was two semesters. I began the research prior to then so I had time to process everything. My friend did the research project. Took her about the same amount of time. It is like eating an elephant - one spoonful at a time

[merlee]

Easier? EASIER??? Getting a master's in anything isn't supposed to be easy - to borrow a line from "A League of Their Own" "If it was easy, everyone would do it."

Best wishes to you in whatever choice you make.

[krazychic18]

That's very true. Either route will be challenging. Any advice on getting academic references for a graduate program even if you've been out of school for a few years and haven't kept in touch with any professors.