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An MSc or Master's degree is a relatively short (1.5-2.5 yr) but still intense period of study, you may think of it as an accelerated 2nd degree. There are various reasons why you might like to gain this qualification. It can be a qualification to gain entry into medicine, it can help medical students gain expertise around a particular type of SIS so they can enter residency. If your undergraduate degree was not very clinical or very applied in nature, e.g. computer science, this can be a great way to develop a unique skill set to give you an advantage in entering the medtech industry. Like a PhD there is an opportunity to produce peer previewed publications, usually one or two, and your supervisor may allow you to present this work at a leading conference.
There are two types of MSc, the Research Master's and the Taught Master's.
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Aspect |
MSc Taught (Non-Thesis) |
MSc Research (Thesis) |
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Thesis Requirements |
No thesis required |
Requires you to produce thesis on dedicated research project |
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Supervisor |
No need two find a supervisor |
Must find a supervisor willing to oversee research and fund |
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Flexibility |
High flexibility: can switch programs or focus areas |
Low flexibility: program and research focus are fixed |
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Work Placement opportunities |
includes work placement internships |
Typically no internships |
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Research Opportunities |
Optionally you can do high-level research |
Intense research experience is the core of the program |
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Project Variety |
can explore two different research projects during study |
Focused on one specific full time research project |
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Stipend |
No stipend provided |
Small stipend for lab work (if positions are available) |
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Career Preparation |
great fr exploring various fields and career options |
Best for those with a clear research or career goals |
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Program Structure |
Coursework-focused |
Research based |
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Switching Programs |
Easier to switch between programs or institutions |
Difficult to switch due to research commitments |
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Who It’s Typically Best For |
Ideal for those seeking diverse experiences and currently undecided on career path |
Ideal for those who know what they want to pursue |
