Entry requirements

Minimum entry requirements

The entry requirements are a UK 2:1 honours degree or its international equivalent in computer science, physics, informatics, mathematics, engineering or chemistry and experience in computer programming (see below). Applicants who have equivalent work experience may also be considered.

Programming languages

No prior HPC or data science knowledge is assumed, but you should have experience in programming and must be a competent programmer, preferably in C, C++, Fortran, Java or Python.

International students

All international applicants must meet our general entry and english language requirements. 

• Information by country, including country-specific entry requirements
• English Language Requirements

Edinburgh Global supports students from outside the UK during both the application and induction process and studies.. 

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