Does the masters program provide a good foundation for pursuing a Ph.D.?
Yes, the masters program does indeed provide an excellent foundation for a Ph.D.
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Does the masters program provide a good foundation for pursuing a Ph.D.?

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Yes, the masters program does indeed provide an excellent foundation for a Ph.D.<|im_end|>