Is a one-year UK master’s worth it in 2027?
Sep 05, 2026, 5 min read
We compare total cost, time out of work and graduate outcomes against two-year programs elsewhere.
A UK taught master's runs for twelve months. That means one year of tuition, one year of living costs, and one year away from your job.
Compared with a two-year master's in Canada or the US, the total cost can be 30–40% lower even though the annual tuition is higher.
The trade-off is depth and work rights. Plan internships early and treat the Graduate route as the time to convert your degree into experience.
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