SOP for Computer Science Masters

[earlyonetoo]

If my interests are in research, but I'm applying to a Masters program because I'm not sure that I want to put in the 4 extra years for a PhD, what should I say in my statement of purpose? Would it help/hurt/do nothing if I say that I'm undecided about whether to go for a PhD? My goal is to ultimately work in industry R&D, but probably not in departments which emphasize publishing.

What if I apply to a non-research oriented professional Masters? What should the SOP focus on in that case?

Thanks for any advice.

Edited November 27, 2010 by earlyonetoo

[wirru]

I would also like to hear people's thoughts on this (I'm in your exact situation).