Having completed Stage 1, you may have formed some ideas about the direction you want to follow – if so, you can start to focus on one or two subject areas and explore some of the topics you will have encountered at Stage 1 in more depth. Equally, you can continue to be inspired by different subjects, especially if you have previous knowledge or experience. Either way, after you&/courses/combined-studies/degrees/open-degree-qd/39;ve completed the 120 credits required for Stage 2, you will have enhanced your critical thinking and analytical skills.