The Laurea magistrale should not be confused with the Italian "Master", which is not a master's degree, but a one-year diploma (60 ECTS) which guarantees a more practical education but does not give access to further levels of studies (it can be considered similar to a postgraduate diploma). A "I level Master" ("Master di I livello") is a diploma which can be obtained after a Laurea; a "II level Master" ("Master di II livello") can be gained after a Laurea magistrale and is useful for pursuing further studies (like a PhD) or for professional achievements.