Cranfield University

MSc in Computational and Software Techniques in Engineering-Computational Intelligence for Data Analytics option

Cranfield University

Course overview

Building on the foundation of the MSc Computational and Software Techniques in Engineering, this programme gives a direction to the postgraduate research and provides students with relevant skills in computer science, artificial intelligence, and data analytics, which are important for developing and evaluating complex algorithms in a fact-based environment. 

The programme starts with core modules that lay the foundation, then it progresses to special modules that cover technologies, such as high-performance and cloud computing, as well as machine learning and data analytics algorithm development.

Students learn through structured lectures, tutorials, and computer-based workshops, which include taught modules, a group project, and an individual research project. Assessment includes compulsory modules, a group project where students fix a practical problem, and a personal research project linked to real research or industrial partnerships.

Entry requirements

Applicants are required to submit a personal statement, an academic or employer reference, and a detailed research proposal, with an optional CV, to show that they are eligible for the course.

Grade Requirements: 

  • Applicants need a first or second class UK honours degree in a related subject such as aeronautical, mechanical, electrical engineering, or computer science. 
  • Candidates with a lower second-class degree may be considered if they have relevant work experience or other qualifications.

English Proficiency: 

  • Candidates need an overall score of 6.5 in IELTS with no component score below 5.5.
  • PTE Academic or TOEFL are also accepted.

Scholarships

  • Airbus Master’s Student Bursary

    €3,000 tuition fees.

  • Alumni Discounts

    The 20% course fee discount is available to Cranfield University and Cranfield School of Management graduates.

    Up to 20% of fees

  • Antony and Amanda Jenkins MBA Scholarship for Women Leaders

    Up to £10,000 towards the tuition fees (2 scholarships available).

  • Championing Diversity Bursary

    Up to £3,500

  • Changemaker Bursary

    Up to £3,500

  • Chevening Scholarships

  • Cranfield ALCS International Scholarship

    This scholarship offers a 20% fee discount to applicants holding an undergraduate degree in a relevant subject.

    Up to 20% of fees

  • Cranfield College of Aeronautics Heritage Scholarship

    £5,000 tuition fee bursary.

    Up to £5,000

  • Cranfield Excellence International Scholarships

    50 Scholarships of £10,000 and £15,000

  • Cranfield Excellence Merit Scholarships

    Funding value: up to £10,000 for international applicants and 20% for all nationals paying Home Fees.

  • Cranfield Faraday, Anderson and Parker Scholarship

    Up to £5500 towards tuition fee.

  • Delta Foundation Chevening Scholarship Taiwan

  • Frank Whittle Scholarships for the Cranfield Thermal Power MSc

    Up to 50% of the tuition fees for the MSc Thermal Power and Propulsion.

  • Global Clinical Supplies Group Scholarship

    £5,000

    Up to £5,000

  • Global Excellence Scholarship in Aerospace Dynamics

    A £10,000 contribution towards tuition fees.

    Up to £10,000

  • Mister Gees Foundation Scholarships

    £5000 towards tuition fees for a UK or international student studying a full-time Water and Wastewater Processes MSc - Environmental Science route.

    Up to £5,000

  • Norman C.T. Liu Women in Aviation Scholarship

    £10,000 towards tuition fees.

    Up to £10,000

  • Relithan (Technology) Scholarship

    £20,000 fund for both 25/26 and 26/27 starts.

    Up to £20,000

  • Sir Peter Gregson Scholarship

    Four Scholarships of £16,000 for a PhD.

    Up to £16,000

  • The Boeing Global Engagement Scholarship

    Funding value - up to £5,000 toward tuition fees.

  • The Professor Joe Nellis CBE MBA Scholarship

    Up to £10,000 towards tuition fees (one scholarship per year available).

Career opportunities

Graduates from this programme are prepared to become:

  • Data Scientist
  • Machine Learning Engineer
  • Business Intelligence Analyst
  • Data Analyst
  • Financial Analyst

Cost of study

For the academic year, the tuition fee for the full-time MSc in Computational and Software Techniques in Engineering - Computational Intelligence for Data Analytics option is £27,910 for international students.

Admission

Admission to the MSc Computational and Software Techniques in Engineering programme is applied directly through the university's portal. We at AHZ can assist you with your application process.

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