How your Master's is graded will depend on whether you're studying an integrated Master's, or a stand-alone Master's. An integrated Master's is a continuation of your undergraduate course.
For example, you may apply for a four-year integrated course in your chosen subject. This would mean deciding whether to continue your undergraduate degree, or go on to do a specialism, such as MChem or MPhys, once you reach your second year.
This is most common in science subjects. These sorts of Master's degrees are usually graded in the same way undergraduate degrees are , however, more weighting will be given to the last two years of your course than the first couple of years. Overall, with an integrated Master's you can achieve the following results: a first, , , 3rd, or a fail. A stand-alone Master's degree is the more common type of Master's, and refers to a degree that's independent from your undergraduate degree.
In the case of an integrated Master's, more weighting is applied to your last two years of studying. In total, a taught Master's is credits. You will earn your credits through a combination of taught modules, projects and a dissertation. These credits are split across modules. So, you may have three modules that are each worth 20 credits in Semester One, six modules that are each worth ten credits in Semester Two, and a credit dissertation in Semester Three. Additionally, within each module you will have multiple assignments.
Your credits then translate into either a Distinction, Merit, Pass, or Fail once you've finished your Master's. If you're interested in studying a research Master's, read our blog post by postgraduate student Hannah on the difference between a taught and research Master's.
It's likely you will find a Master's degree more difficult than an undergraduate one, for a number of reasons. Specifically, a Master's involves a lot of independent study which some students do find difficult.
There are also higher expectations placed on postgraduate students to engage in seminar discussions , due to the smaller class numbers. These challenges teamed with the fact you're studying a very specialist topic quite intensely means a Master's degree isn't the easiest. But it's not supposed to be. Law students are required to pass their postgraduate qualifications to go on to further study, or to get a training contract. Laveen Ladharam, a paralegal intern, says that while commendations do look good to employers, only a handful of places ask for them.
They mainly look at your work experience and skills. If you are a trainee teacher, you'll be used to being monitored — so how important are your grades? Primary PGCE student Rosie Chillingworth says that while the grade is important, there are other aspects to being a good teacher. Warwick graduate Jonathan Higgs works in IT for EDF Trading, and says that his dissertation and skills were more important than his overall grade, which he hadn't even received when he applied for the job.
While his role didn't require his master's in information systems management and innovation, he feels it helped him stand out from other applicants in his interview. So what do the employers think of postgraduate grades? It depends on what industry you want to work in. Rhys Griffiths was involved in hiring journalists for two years at Northcliffe Digital, and feels that postgraduate grades don't matter as much as experience and placements in the media industry.
MA programmes often involve research, discussion, essay writing and practical exercises. However, some social sciences and business, consulting and management courses also fall into the MSc category. Programmes are typically theory-heavy with an emphasis on reading and research. More commonly known as the MBA, the Master of Business Administration is an advanced, prestigious postgraduate qualification ideal for those who want to increase their professional reputation, boost salary and expand networks.
Professionals who have gained at least three years of business and management experience usually take an MBA. The average age of students is typically between 27 and A Master of Research MRes is a one-year, full-time research degree, which focuses more on independent study.
Courses exist to train researchers for a profession or PhD study. For help choosing a suitable course, see which Masters degree is right for me? Taught Masters degrees are similar in style and structure to undergraduate degrees. They consist of lectures, seminars and practical assignments, with work assessed through exams, essays, dissertations and group projects.
Students are encouraged to work independently, yet receive close tutor support. Others include:. The emphasis is different with a research Masters usually an MRes. Programmes involve little to no in-class teaching, but an appointed supervisor provides guidance. You can opt to study full or part time, in block mode or via distance learning. Full-time study is the most common and these students usually progress directly from a Bachelors degree, while part-timers are typically older.
Part-time students often fit study around an existing career or family commitments, allowing them to gain work experience while studying - something very important to employers. Courses are typically split into separate core and optional modules, and depending on the subject studied you may get the opportunity to complete a work placement as part of the programme.
Courses normally begin in September or October, though some start in January or February. You may have fewer than ten hours of weekly contact time, but you'll be expected to undertake at least 30 to 35 hours of independent study. Teaching methods include seminars, lectures and workshops. Assessment methods include practical assignments, essays, presentations, portfolios, degree shows and a thesis.
Similar to the third, second and first class honours awarded for Bachelors courses, on completion of your Masters, you'll be given a pass, merit or distinction mark. Variations do occur, though.
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