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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 chosen specialization within one year of full-time study or two years part-time for research-based programs (or four years part-time for taught programs). Note that not all specializations provide both study options. For those entering an MSc directly from undergraduate studies, 240 credits (maximum 280) must be completed in two years of full-time study or four years part-time for research programs (or six years part-time for taught programs). Again, not all specializations offer both pathways.