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Pursuing an MSc degree allows dedicated scientists to concentrate on a specific field of interest while earning an advanced qualification. A taught master's program offers specialized training in your selected discipline, whereas a research-based master's enhances your investigative abilities through collaboration with Faculty of Science experts - many of whom are leading figures in their respective domains. Typically, students enroll in an MSc after finishing a PGDipSci. The program requires completing 120 credits (with a maximum of 160) in a specialization within one year full-time or two years part-time for research-based programs, or four years part-time for taught programs. Some specializations may not provide both study options. For those entering an MSc directly from undergraduate studies, completion of 240 credits (maximum 280) in a specialization is necessary, taking 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.