How long do you have to be in university for to become a scientist? And thanks for answering my questions!

Question: How long do you have to be in university for to become a scientist? And thanks for answering my questions!
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Asked by eliza2012 on 13 Mar 2025.
- Samuel Bloomfield answered on 13 Mar 2025:
  
  To become a scientist you need to have completed a Science degree which usually takes 3 years at University. However, if you want to lead your own research you will need to complete a master’s degree that usually takes 1-2 year and PhD that usually takes 4 years. However, a lot of people take breaks in between.

Question: How long do you have to be in university for to become a scientist? And thanks for answering my questions!