Machine Learning and Big Data in the Physical Sciences

Course Overview

The MRes Machine Learning and Big Data in the Physical Sciences at Imperial College London is a postgraduate programme designed for postgraduate students passionate about understanding the physical world. Based in Kensington and Chelsea, England, this Russell Group university offers a research-led approach to learning, with a 1-year full-time structure. Further your understanding of the methodologies and toolkits used in research involving large data sets on this Master's course. This programme considers how the field of physics provides a unique development ground for machine learning and artificial intelligence. You'll examine the use of machine learning and data-science techniques in the acquisition, curation and analysis of large datasets commonplace in modern physics research. Home/uk fees are £12,858 per year, and a minimum IELTS score of 6.5 is required for admission. Graduates from this programme benefit from strong career prospects, with 90% student satisfaction rating, a median graduate salary of £44,000 within three years, and a 95% continuation rate.

What You'll Learn

Tuition Fees & Funding

Fees and funding Home fee 2026 entry £22,100 Overseas fee 2026 entry £44,500

Graduate Outcomes

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