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MSc - Master of Science
Abertay University
Full Time
FEB-25
1 year
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MSc - Master of Science
Abertay University
Full Time
FEB-25
1 year
MSc - Master of Science
Abertay University
Full Time
JUN-25
1 year
MSc - Master of Science
Abertay University
Part Time
FEB-25
2 years
MSc - Master of Science
Abertay University
Part Time
JUN-25
2 years
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Overview
Our research focuses on applying technological and sustainable solutions to contemporary problems. Our knowledge transfer expertise and management supporting tools assist a wide range of industrial and non-industrial stakeholders such as national and local government agencies, a wide range of private sector organisations, regulatory bodies, Non-governmental organisations (NGOs) and health boards.
We have a formidable track record in combining academic skills and commercial expertise with our research approach being very much multi-disciplinary and industry-facing resulting in the expertise of our staff being much sought after by businesses and professionals in the field operating at an International Level.
MSc by Research
The award of Master of Science by Research (MSc by Research) demonstrates a practical ability to undertake research studies, a systematic understanding of knowledge and a critical awareness of current problems and/or the application of original thought.
How long is an MSc by Research?
If you are studying full-time, you will be expected to complete the award in 12 months. The minimum period to receive this award is 10 months and the maximum is 14 months.
If you are studying part-time, you will be expected to complete the award in 24 months. The minimum period to receive this award on a part-time basis is 20 months and the maximum is 28 months.
The minimum entry requirement for all our research degrees is an Upper Second Class Honours degree (or equivalent) at undergraduate level in an appropriate discipline and/or a Master’s degree. In some cases, appropriate professional or experiential learning may be considered in combination with a lower classification of Honours degree.
Students living in
Domestic
£4,829 per year
Students from Domestic
Continuation Fee for Masters by Research (additional 2 months) £150.
£4,829 per year
Students from Other UK
Continuation Fee for Masters by Research (additional 2 months) £150.
£15,750 per year
Students from EU
Continuation Fee for Masters by Research (for the additional two months) £150.
£15,750 per year
Students from International
Continuation Fee for Masters by Research (for the additional two months) £150.