MSc Scientific Computing with Data Science

at University of Bristol

Modules
 

• Scientific programming using modern interpreted and compiled languages
• Research software engineering best practice, including version control, modern programming environments and testing
• Data analysis methods including data manipulation and cleaning, regression and machine learning
• Data visualisation
• Numerical methods

• An upper second class honours degree (or international equivalent) in Natural/Physical Sciences (e.g. Chemistry, Physics, Earth Science, Geology, Geographical Sciences, Environmental Sciences). Degrees in Life Sciences (e.g. Biochemistry, Pharmacology, Molecular Biology, Computational Biology, Biophysics, Cell biology, Molecular biology, Physiology, Anatomy, Zoology, Plant sciences, Neuroscience, Psychology, Virology, Microbiology, Immunology, Medicine) will need to demonstrate competency in Maths with at least one undergraduate Maths module at 2.1 or above. Engineering or Mathematics and Statistics degrees will also be considered if applicants have a minimum of 5 science modules at 2.1 or above. Computing experience is not essential.
• evidence of significant, relevant work experience with minimum of 6 months working at solving scientific problems or as a technician.
• a relevant postgraduate qualification.

International Tuition Fees:

£34,100

This MSc provides graduates with the skills needed for successful careers in computing, data analysis and scientific research in private and public sector roles. Through interactive workshops and project work, you will develop a strong foundation in how to apply modern computing to solve problems in science, providing you with an edge in a competitive and fast-changing labour market. In addition, project work provides you with an opportunity to build contacts, with the potential to open up additional career opportunities once qualified. This will be supported by opportunities for networking with industrial users of scientific computing through lectures, visits and, where appropriate, projects. This will be an intense and focussed programme for experienced learners. Projects provide extensive opportunities to develop skills in communication, presentations, technical writing, project management and group work, as well as developing networking skills and industry contacts.