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Master of Science

American

noun

a master's degree given usually in a specific branch of the natural sciences, mathematics, or technology.
a person who has been awarded this degree. M.S., M.Sc., S.M., Sc.M.

Master of Science British

noun

MSc. a postgraduate degree, usually in science, or the holder of this degree

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Etymology

Origin of Master of Science

First recorded in 1900–05

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Example Sentences

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That interest led her to continue her work through the Master of Science fast-track program.

From Science Daily • Feb. 11, 2026

Jaque has taught at the graduate school since 2013 and leads the Master of Science program in Advanced Architectural Design.

From New York Times • Aug. 18, 2022

Camille Butera is a Master of Science student at Oxford University and a recent graduate of Smith College.

From The Verge • Aug. 9, 2022

Because the MAL program had been phased out, Kinley was re-enrolled in the Master of Science in Management and Leadership program and all her previously completed courses transferred so she didn’t lose any credits.

From Seattle Times • May 9, 2022

Architecture, offering a program of indeterminate length leading to the degree of Bachelor of Architecture and Master of Science.

From The Enclosures in England An Economic Reconstruction by Bradley, Harriett

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