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MSc Big Data and High Performance Computing
at University of Liverpool

Liverpool, United Kingdom

Tuition Fee £ 25,050
Country Rank-
Duration12 Months
Score IELTS: 6.5

Program Overview

The MSc Big Data and High Performance Computing provides students with an in-depth understanding of big data analysis and processing using high performance computing technology. This MSc programme enables students to gain a sought after qualification in areas of computing in great demand worldwide.

Big data is commonly described as data that is so large that it cannot be readily processed using standard techniques. Our current global ability to collect data is such that “big data” sets are becoming common-place.

The most obvious example of this is the exponential growth of the World Wide Web; however there are many public and private enterprises where the analysis of large-scale data sets is critical to growth. Although significant computer power exists, the necessary skills-base is lagging behind the technology.

There is an employment gap looming in the field of big data, especially in the context of the skills required with respect to the application of High Performance Computing (HPC) capabilities to address big data problems.

The MSc Big Data and High Performance Computing programme is designed to address this skills gap and provide those completing the programme with the ability to efficiently address big data and HPC challenges. Together with our growing industrial contact and engagements, this places our graduates in a prime position for future employment.

Course Content
Compulsory modules
- Research Methods in Computer Science
- Efficient Algorithms
- Data Mining and VIsualisation
- Multi-core and Multi-processor Programming
- Big Data Analytics
- MSc Group Project
- Optimisation
- MSc Project
Optional modules
- Machine Learning and Bioinspired Optimisation
- Safety and Dependability
- Reasoning About Action and Change
- Algorithmic Game Theory
Entry Requirement
The minimum entry requirement is a 2:1 honours degree (or above) in Computer Science or a closely related subject.

English language qualifications

All applicants must have reached a minimum required standard of English language, and are required to provide evidence of this. Qualifications accepted by the University include: GCSE English; GCE O level English; AS Level English; A Level English Language; IELTS; TOEFL; Cambridge Proficiency etc.

If you meet the academic requirements of the course but do not have the required level of English Language, it is possible for you to come and study at the University on one of our Pre-sessional EAP programmes. Please see the English Language Centre website for further information about these programmes;
- IELTS 6.5 (with a minimum of 5.5 in each component)
- TOEFL iBT 88 or above with minimum scores in components as follows: Listening and Writing 17, Reading 17, Speaking 19.
- International Baccalaureate Standard Level 5
- Hong Kong use of English AS level C
- INDIA Standard XII 70% or above from Central and Metro State Boards
- WAEC C4-6
Please be advised that TOEFL is no longer classified by UK Visas and Immigration as a Secure English Language Test (SELT). However, at the current time the university is continuing to accept TOEFL, at the required level, for entry on to Undergraduate and Postgraduate academic programmes.
Fees & Scholarships
Tuition fees (Home)
- The University's tuition fees are normally fixed at yearly intervals and follow Government guidelines on minimum levels. The normal tuition fee for Home (UK) postgraduate taught students per year (for the academic year 2022/23, unless otherwise specified) are stated below. Please note that part-time fees are charged at 50% of the full-time fee shown below per year (unless otherwise specified).
- In addition to your tuition fees, you may incur other costs in relation to your studies such as photocopying in the library, buying textbooks and specialist equipment or going on field classes. See our study costs page for full details.
Fee for this course Year 1: £11,450

International students
- International students are required to pay the full costs of their tuition in the UK with each university setting its own international fees.
- The University of Liverpool's fees represent excellent value for money for a Russell Group University. The normal tuition fee for full-time international postgraduate taught students per year (for the academic year 2022/23, unless otherwise specified) will be as follows:
International fee for this course Year 1: £25,050
Career Prospect
The MSc in Big Data and High Performance Computing (HPC) is specifically designed to fill a "skills gap" in the employment market. More specifically it is designed to provide students with the necessary skills to allow them to apply Big Data and HPC concepts to real problems. The programme has been structured to facilitate the practical application of this "cutting-edge" technology to real-world problems. The intention is that at the end of the programme students will be able to apply the knowledge gained on the programme specifically to real-world big data and HPC problems. However, the programme is also designed to furnish students with a set of transferable skills that are of particular relevance across the IT industry.

Cost Of Studying At University of Liverpool

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250K+

Students Assisted

800Cr+

Loan Amount Disbursed

5000+

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MSc Big Data and High Performance Computing at University of Liverpool