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Scientific Computing and Data Analysis (Astrophysics) MSc

Durham University

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Course options

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  • Qualification

    MSc - Master of Science

  • Location

    Durham University

  • Study mode

    Full time

  • Start date

    SEP

  • Duration

    1 year

Course summary

Course details

Developments in many areas of science and engineering are increasingly driven by experts in computational techniques. Those with the skills to write code for the most powerful computers in the world and to process the biggest data sets in the world can truly make a difference.

Our suite of Masters in Scientific Computing and Data Analysis (MISCADA) offers an application-focused course to deliver these skills with three interwoven strands:


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Computer Science underpinnings of scientific computing (algorithms, data structures, implementation techniques, and computer tool usage)


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Mathematical aspects of data analysis and the simulation and analysis of mathematical models


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Implementation and application of fundamental techniques in an area of specialisation (as well as Astrophysics we offer options in Computer Vision and Robotics, Earth and Environmental Sciences, or Financial Technology)

The MISCADA specialist qualification in Astrophysics is designed to equip you with the background knowledge and skills to address some of the biggest research questions in fundamental science, such as how we can use large surveys and supercomputer simulations to probe the nature of dark matter and dark energy. The course explores areas such as stellar structure and evolution, galaxy formation, large-scale structure and simulations of structure formation. You can find out more

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    There’s great synergy between the modules and you will be given plenty of opportunities to put your learning into practice from the start of the course. Our research-led approach allows you to take some of the newest theoretical ideas and directly translate them into working codes in their respective application areas. If you have an undergraduate degree in a science subject with a strong quantitative element, including computer science and mathematics and want to work at the highest level in astrophysics, either in academia or in industry, then this could be the course you’re looking for.

    Tuition fees

    Students living in United States
    (International fees)

    £ 30,900per year

    Tuition fees shown are for indicative purposes and may vary. Please check with the institution for most up to date details.

    University information

    Durham University

    Durham University

    Durham University

    • University League Table

      7th

    • Campus address

      Durham University, The Palatine Centre, Stockton Road, Durham, Durham, DH1 3LE, England

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    Choose from a wide range of fascinating courses led by world-leading experts in a university that blends the traditional and state-of-the-art.
    More than 120 countries are represented at Durham, creating a diverse and welcoming community.
    Its collegiate system makes Durham University exceptional. Each student is a proud member of a college, and each college has its own character and traditions.

    Subject rankings

    • Subject ranking

      Computer Science

      9th out of 117 5

      3rd out of 48

    • Entry standards

      / Max 227
      200 88%

      10th

    • Graduate prospects

      / Max 100
      96.0 96%

      6th

      2

    • Student satisfaction

      / Max 4
      2.84 71%

      100th

      59

    • Entry standards

      / Max 228
      212 93%

      6th

    • Graduate prospects

      / Max 100
      91.0 91%

      6th

      4

    • Student satisfaction

      / Max 4
      3.11 78%

      26th

      21

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