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Scientific Computing with Data Science (MSc)

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University of Bristol

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Faculty:

Faculty of Science and Engineering

Degree:

Master

Field of Study:

Computer Science
Data Science, General

Length:

1 Year(s)

Cost per year:*

National:

$69,000

Cost is an approximation converted to Canadian dollars.

Careers:

Software Engineer Computer and Information Systems Managers Cybersecurity Analyst

Are you a recent graduate in the Physical Sciences or Life Sciences who would like to learn more about computing and how it is applied to advance scientific research? This programme will help you achieve your goals.

You will get the opportunity to develop your skills in coding, machine learning and high-performance computing and learn how to apply these to cutting-edge computational problems drawn from across the sciences. The MSc in Scientific Computing with Data Science builds on the University of Bristol's unique strengths and facilities as a world-class centre for supercomputing , data science and data-intensive research. All schools in the Faculty of Science and Engineering are ranked in the top 10 for research in the UK (THE analysis of REF 2021) and Bristol is ranked in the top ten in the UK for Natural Sciences (QS 2025).

These courses are intended as guidelines. Speak to your guidance counsellor to see what courses are offered at your school.

This course is intended for Physical/Life Science graduates. Unfortunately, applicants with a Computer Science degree are not suitable for this programme.

You will typically need an upper second-class honours degree or international equivalent in:

Natural/Physical Sciences:

* Chemistry

* Earth Science

* Environmental Sciences

* Geographical Sciences

* Geology

* Physics

The below Life Science degrees will be considered if you can demonstrate competency in Maths with at least one undergraduate Maths module at 60% (or international equivalent) or above:

* Anatomy

* Biochemistry

* Biophysics

* Cell biology

* Computational Biology

* Immunology

* Medicine

* Microbiology

* Molecular Biology

* Neuroscience

* Pharmacology

* Physiology

* Plant sciences

* Psychology

* Virology

* Zoology

Examples of Maths modules at 60% (or international equivalent) or above includes:

* Data Mining/Data Science/ Data Analytics

* Mathematics

* Mathematical Methods

* Mathematics for Science

* Probability

* Quantitative Chemistry

* Quantitative Methods

* Quantitative Research Methods

* Statistics/Statistical Methods/Statistical Analysis, etc

Engineering, Mathematics and Statistics degrees will also be considered if applicants have a minimum of four science modules at 60% (or international equivalent) or above. Examples of modules include:

* Applied Mathematics

* Applied Solid Mechanics

* Biology

* Biomedical Engineering

* Biosciences

* Biomaterials

* Battery Technology

* Chemistry

* Chemical Engineering

* Composites and Ceramics

* Computational Fluid Dynamics

* Engineering Science

* Environmental Engineering

* Epidemiological Methods

* Fluid Mechanics and Heat Transfer

* Fuels and Sustainability

* Physics

* Physical Materials Science

* Polymers

* Renewable Energy for a Sustainable Future

* Statistical and Molecular Epidemiology

* Structures and Materials

* Sustainability

* Solar Energy Engineering

Computing experience is not essential.

We will consider your application if your interim grades are currently slightly lower than the programme's entry requirements and may make you an aspirational offer. This offer would be at the standard level, so you would need to achieve the standard entry requirements by the end of your degree. Specific module requirements would still apply.

We will also consider your application if your final overall achieved grade is slightly lower than the programme's entry requirement.

If your achieved grade is lower than our entry requirements, your application may be more likely to receive an offer if you have additional qualifications. Please include your CV (curriculum vitae / résumé) when you apply, showing:

* a relevant postgraduate qualification.

See international equivalent qualifications on the International Office website.

Admissions Statement Read the programme admissions statement for important information on entry requirements, the application process and supporting documents required.

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English language requirements If English is not your first language, you will need to reach the requirements outlined in our profile level E.

* We make every attempt to provide accurate information on prerequisites, programs, and tuition. However, this information is subject to change without notice and we highly recommend that you contact the school to confirm important information before applying.

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