Department of Computer Science
University of York
The University of York is one of the leading Universities for the study of Computer Science in the UK. The Times Good University Guide 2008 ranks us 7th and The Guardian 3rd. Our research has been awarded the highest grade of 6* from UK Research Assessment Exercise and we offer a suite of Masters programmes that build on our research strengths in software engineering and computing. We boast a welcoming and friendly environment and have a graduate community comprising over 100 students from around the world.
Natural Computation is computing inspired by the natural world, by biology, physics and chemistry. Our MSc aims to provide participants with a thorough grounding in the use of advanced techniques of natural computation - broadening ideas about computation to include ideas from mathematics, physics, electronics and biology.
Ever wondered how a flock of birds manages to move so quickly in unison?
Understanding this and other natural phenomena has led to some powerful new methods in computing. The MSc in Natural Computation aims to introduce you to the leading research in naturally inspired computing including: quantum computing; evolvable hardware; and neural computation.
Inspired? Please visit our website for more information: http://www.cs.york.ac.uk/gsp/nc_msc.php
For 2008, we are able to offer a small number of EPRSC studentships to suitably qualified Home and EU students for the MSc in Natural Computation. The studentships will cover fees and for Home students a living allowance at a level to be determined by the University.
Furthermore, the University of York will also be offering a limited number of fees-only studentships for Home/EU applicants, sponsored by Microsoft Research Ltd.
General funding sources
For general sources of funding that may apply to this study opportunity, visit the page(s) below.
Study information
- Qualification:
- MSc
- Study duration:
- 12 months
- Study mode:
- FT
- Start month:
- October
- Entry requirements:
- You should have a first degree in Computer Science or Computer Science/Mathematics, or appropriate recent experience.
- Language requirements:
- IELTS 6.5, with a minimum of 6.0 in each component / TOEFL paper-based: 575; CBT: 232; iBT: 91 / Cambridge Proficiency: A, B, C
- Fees:
- See: www.cs.york.ac.uk/gsp/nc_msc_fees.php
Funding information
- Funder:
- EPSRC & Microsoft Research Ltd.
- Funding applies to:
- EU applicants (including UK)
Contacts and how to apply
- Academic contact:
- Dr Jonathan Timmis
Admissions Officer
Tel: +44 (0)1904 432348
Fax: +44 (0)1904 432767
E-mail: jonathan.timmis@cs.york.ac.uk - Administrative contact and how to apply:
- For information on your application, or general information about the course please contact:
Mr Keith Maynard
Full Time MSc Courses Administrator
Tel: +44 (0)1904 432712
Fax: +44 (0)1904 432767
E-mail: gsp@cs.york.ac.uk
