Does anyone know exactly how hard it is to get a 'distinction' grade at Msc? Im asking because I've finished; one of my examiners is recommending a distinction but the other (the external examiner) hasn't returned a verdict and seems to be stalling.

Any thoughts?

I got a distinction because I worked about 10 hrs/day 6 days/week. Most Uni's give a distinction if you get say 3 to 4 'A' in the exams (out of the typical 8 exams)and an 'A' in your Thesis. I think an 'A' in the Thesis is an absolute requirement.

Thanks Simon.

To get a distinction in a Masters you need to get above 70% in half the assessments and also in the dissertion. A distinction is normally quite difficulty to achieve