United States:
- Master of Arts (M.A.): Typically 1 to 2 years of full-time study or the equivalent in part-time study.
- Master of Science (M.S.): Typically 1 to 2 years of full-time study or the equivalent in part-time study.
- Master of Business Administration (MBA): Typically 2 years of full-time study or 3 years of part-time study.
- Master of Engineering (M.Eng.): Typically 1 to 2 years of full-time study or the equivalent in part-time study.
United Kingdom:
- Master's degree (e.g., MA, MSc): Typically 1 year of full-time study or 2 years of part-time study.
Australia:
- Master's degree (e.g., MA, MSc): Typically 2 years of full-time study or the equivalent in part-time study.
Canada:
- Master's degree (e.g., MA, MSc): Typically 1 to 2 years of full-time study or the equivalent in part-time study.
European Union:
- Master's degree (e.g., MA, MSc): Typically 1 to 2 years of full-time study or the equivalent in part-time study.
Please note that these are just general ranges, and the actual duration of a master's program may vary. Some specialized master's programs may take longer, while others may be shorter. Additionally, some institutions may offer accelerated master's programs that can be completed in a shorter time frame.