Advanced Computing - Machine Learning, Data Mining and High-Performance Computing

Faculty of Engineering

This admissions statement should be read in association with the University Admissions Principles and Procedures for Postgraduate Taught Programmes.

Programme covered and award available

Advanced Computing - Machine Learning, Data Mining and High-Performance Computing (MSc)

Entry requirements

Qualifications

An upper second class degree (or international equivalent) in Computer Science or a related discipline. Applicants with a Mathematics or Statistics background may also be considered. Reasonable knowledge of programming is a prerequisite.

For information on international equivalent qualifications, please see our International Office website

English language requirements

For applicants whose first language is not English, it is necessary to achieve a minimum score in an approved English language test specified in 'Profile E' of the University's English Language Requirements Policy.

Application process and supporting documents required

To apply for this programme please complete the online application form and ensure you also provide:

• A copy of your most recent transcript
• A copy of your degree certificate (if available)
• Personal statement
• Two academic references as a minimum (plus any references from engineering companies including industrial placement).  If you upload a reference with your application form, it should always be on official headed paper and signed by the person who has written the reference.
• English language certificate, if your first language is not English

Additional information that will help your application:

• Curriculum Vitae (CV)
• Any other relevant qualifications

Please do not include any school (pre-university) certificates.

Please ensure you upload all documents in the online application form, and do not send any paper documents. Sending paper documents will result in delays in processing your application.

Selection process

Applications are considered by the Programme Director, PGT Admissions Tutor, and Head of the Graduate Education Team.

Selection criteria include: Academic achievement (60%) and academic references (40%). Where industrial experience needs to be considered: academic achievement (60%) academic references (20%) and industrial experience (20%).

Applicants are not normally expected to attend an interview.

All applications are considered in accordance with the University’s policy on equality and diversity. The Faculty upholds the principles of equality and diversity, respect and dignity. Candidates are not discriminated against on the grounds of race, ethnicity, nationality, gender, sexuality, religion or belief, disability, health or age.

Offers

The applicant will receive a decision within 21 days of submitting a complete application. If an offer is made the applicant has 40 days to indicate that they wish to accept or decline the offer, after which time the offer will expire.

International self-funding students are required to pay a £1,000 deposit. Further information will be provided in your offer document, and payment can be made online on the programme deposits payment website.

Deferred entry is available. If you are made an offer and you wish to defer please contact the Graduate Education Team.

Contacts

Graduate Education Team
University of Bristol
Merchant Venturers Building
Woodland Road
Bristol BS8 1UB

Tel: +44 (0)117 954 5130
Email: enq-pgtcs@bristol.ac.uk