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Big Data and High Performance Computing (MScPGDipPGCert)

Champ's Barber School
Information last verified July 2026
Tuition GBP 16,850 (Tuition (Year)) — International students; GBP 6,000 (Tuition (Year)) — EU/EEA students
Degree Master
Duration 12 months
Delivery On-campus
Location Lancaster, United States
Language English

Program Overview

The Big Data and High Performance Computing (MScPGDipPGCert) at Department of Computer Science University of Liverpool is a Master programme in Computer Science & IT over 12 months, delivered On-campus. This programme equips graduates with advanced knowledge and practical skills for professional and academic careers in the field.

Students gain a rigorous grounding in both the theoretical foundations and applied dimensions of computer science & it. The programme combines coursework, research components, and practical projects that develop critical thinking, problem-solving, and specialist expertise relevant to industry and research needs.

Graduates of the Big Data and High Performance Computing (MScPGDipPGCert) programme are well-prepared for careers in academia, industry, government, and the private sector across United Kingdom and internationally. The programme provides an internationally recognised qualification within the Bologna higher education framework.

Key Program Features

  1. Duration: 12 months
  2. Language of instruction: English
  3. Study mode: On-campus
  4. English requirement: IELTS 6.5
  5. Tuition: GBP 16,850 (Tuition (Year)) — International students; GBP 6,000 (Tuition (Year)) — EU/EEA students
  6. Location: Liverpool, United Kingdom

Career Opportunities

Graduates of the Big Data and High Performance Computing (MScPGDipPGCert) programme are prepared for diverse careers in computer science & it:

  1. Software Engineer / Developer
  2. Data Scientist
  3. Machine Learning Engineer
  4. IT Project Manager
  5. Cybersecurity Analyst
  6. Cloud Solutions Architect

Program Curriculum

Course Structure

  1. Research Methods In Computer Science
  2. Applied Algorithmics
  3. Data Mining and Visualisation
  4. Big Data Analysis
  5. Big Data Group Project

Admission Requirements

Academic Requirements

The minimum entry requirement is a 2:1 honours degree (or above) in Computer Science or a closely related subject.

International qualifications

International Qualifications Applications from international students are welcome. International qualifications will be evaluated in line with the National Recognition Information Centre (NARIC) guidelines.


English Proficiency: IELTS 6.5 or equivalent.

Tuition & Financial Information

Tuition Fee

GBP 16,850 (Tuition (Year)) — International students; GBP 6,000 (Tuition (Year)) — EU/EEA students

Tuition fees: GBP 16,850 (Tuition (Year)) — International students; GBP 6,000 (Tuition (Year)) — EU/EEA students

IELTS requirement: 6.5

Financial Aid & Scholarships

Contact Department of Computer Science University of Liverpool directly for scholarship, grant, and financial aid information for this programme. Many European universities offer merit-based and need-based funding for international and domestic students.

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Champ's Barber School

Lancaster, United States

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University Profile
  • Language English
  • Duration 12 months