MSc Big Data and High Performance Computing in Liverpool United Kingdom | University of Liverpool

University of Liverpool | Liverpool United Kingdom
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Qualification
Masters Degree (Taught)
Languages
English
Delivery Mode
On-Campus
Tuition (2025)
GBP 30,800
(c. USD41,094.9)
Attendance
Full-time
Full-time Duration
12 months

Acquire practical skills in big data analytics, data mining, and visualization methods through cutting-edge high-performance computing. This BCS-accredited MSc program equips you to create IT solutions for big data challenges in an industry facing substantial talent shortages. Big data plays a crucial role in today's business and technology landscape, where analyzing massive datasets is essential for organizational growth across both public and private sectors.

This degree prepares you for careers in the high-demand field of big data technology.

You'll master techniques for analyzing extensive structured and unstructured datasets, extracting valuable insights from information too large for conventional processing methods.

The program covers essential algorithms, computational approaches, and software tools for tackling big data challenges, along with comprehensive data mining methodologies.

Through hands-on programming with modern multi-core and multi-processor systems, you'll develop expertise in big data supported by advanced high-performance computing knowledge. Optional modules allow for specialization in areas like algorithms, optimization, and machine learning.
Collaborate on group projects solving real-world big data problems while receiving comprehensive training in research methodologies to support your dissertation work.


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Subjects of Study

Language Requirements

English
IELTS 6.5

Qualification Requirements

The minimum entry requirement is a 2:1 honours degree (or above) in Computer Science or a closely related subject.
88 or above with minimum scores in components as follows: Listening and Writing 17, Reading 17, Speaking 19.
Overall 6.5 with no band below 5.5

Tuition GBP 30,800

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