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Pursuing an MSc degree allows dedicated scientists to concentrate on a specific field of interest while earning an advanced qualification. Taught master's programs offer specialized training in your selected discipline, whereas research-based master's programs enhance your investigative abilities through collaboration with Faculty of Science researchers - many of whom are leading experts. Typically, students begin their MSc after finishing a PGDipSci. The program requires completing 120 credits (up to 160 credits) in a specialization within one year full-time or two years part-time for research programs, or four years part-time for taught programs. Some specializations may not provide both study options. For those entering directly from undergraduate studies, 240 credits (maximum 280 credits) must be completed in a specialization over two years full-time or four years part-time for research programs, or six years part-time for taught programs. Certain specializations may not offer both study pathways.