The expected period of study for the MSc by Research (MRes) programme is 1 year at full-time study. During your studies you will be required you to complete 120 credits of postgraduate taught courses successfully (September to May), before formally progressing onto and then submitting a dissertation worth 60 credits at the end of your studies in August.
Before starting your studies you should submit your course selection to Research Support Office (office.pgr@business-school.ed.ac.uk). Please consult your Supervisor regarding all course choices, as they will be required to approve your selection. The Research Support Office will be in touch with all incoming students on how to select and submit their course selection.
Ratification of course marks, progression to the dissertation element and of the final award will be confirmed by the Business School Postgraduate Board of Examiners.
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