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MSc - Master of Science
Main Campus
Full Time
SEP-26
1 Year
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MSc - Master of Science
Main Campus
Full Time
SEP-26
1 Year
MSc - Master of Science
Main Campus
Part Time
SEP-26
2 Years
MSc - Master of Science
Main Campus
Part Time
SEP-26
3 Years
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Edinburgh's long-established expertise in core computer science is recognised internationally and spans the range from computer architecture to theoretical computer science.This master's degree offers you the opportunity to obtain specialist knowledge in the design, analysis, implementation, and use of computer systems ranging from the components of a single processor to computer networks as vast as the Internet.You can also pursue a more theoretical direction by choosing courses in areas such as:algorithmsprogramming languagescryptographyquantum informaticsThe programme provides a solid foundation in theoretical understanding and a wide variety of practical techniques applicable in many career settings.
A UK 2:1 honours degree, or its international equivalent, in informatics, artificial intelligence, cognitive science, computer science, econometrics, electrical engineering, mathematics, physics or another quantitative discipline.
Entry to this programme is competitive. A typical offer will normally require a UK first class honours degree.
Competence in programming is essential. During your degree you must have completed a programming course in at least one of the following: C/C++, Java, Python, R, Matlab, Haskell, ML.
During your degree you must have completed the equivalent of 60 SCQF credits or 30 ECTS credits of mathematics that have typically covered the following subjects/topics: calculus (differentiation and integration), linear algebra (vectors and multi-dimensional matrices), discrete mathematics and mathematical reasoning (e.g. induction and reasoning, graph theoretic models, proofs), and probability (concepts in discrete and continuous probabilities, Markov chains etc.)
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Domestic
£18,000 per year
Students from Domestic
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£18,000 per year
Students from Other UK
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£18,000 per year
Students from Scotland
£45,410 per year
Students from EU
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£45,410 per year
Students from International
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