Studying for an MSc is an opportunity for committed scientists to focus on a relevant area of interest or practice and pursue an advanced qualification. While a taught masters will provide you with specialist training in your chosen field, a research masters will develop advanced research skills, working alongside Faculty of Science researchers – many of whom are major contributors in their field.

 

Most students enter an MSc following completion of a PGDipSci. You will need to complete 120 points (maximum of 160 points) in a specialisation within one year of full-time study or two years of part-time study (research masters) or four years of part-time study (taught masters). Not all specialisations offer both taught and research options.

 

Taught masters

• A taught masters comprises 120 points of coursework at 700-level (postgraduate level). This may include a dissertation

 

Research masters

• A 120-point research thesis, or
• A 90-point research thesis or research portfolio and 30 points of coursework at 700 level (postgraduate level)