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PostgraduatePostgraduate Diploma

High Performance Computing (Online Learning)

The University of Edinburgh
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Course Overview

The PgDip High Performance Computing (Online Learning) at The University of Edinburgh is a postgraduate programme designed for postgraduate students passionate about designing solutions for real-world challenges. this Russell Group university offers a research-led approach to learning, with a 2-year part-time structure. High Performance Computing (HPC) is the use of powerful processors, networks and parallel supercomputers to tackle problems that are very computationally or data-intensive. Our programmes aim to provide you with in-demand skills and knowledge of the techniques and technologies underpinning parallelism and HPC. You will learn how to write code that’s not just correct, but maintainable, efficient and scalable to the world’s most powerful supercomputers. A minimum ielts score of 6.5 is required for admission. Graduates from this programme benefit from strong career prospects, with 94% student satisfaction rating, a median graduate salary of £37,000 within three years, and a 90% continuation rate.

What You'll Learn

Parallel Programming Fundamentals
High Performance Computing Architectures
Advanced Message Passing Interface
Shared Memory Programming Models
Performance Optimisation and Profiling
Scalable Numerical Algorithms
Research Methods in Computational Science
Dissertation Project in HPC
Academic Year:2026-27 entry
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Entry Requirements

📋 Academic Entry Requirements

Postgraduate Requirement2:1

🗣️ English Language Requirements

TestOverallLRWS
IELTS Academic6.56666

L = Listening, R = Reading, W = Writing, S = Speaking

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Graduate Outcomes

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💼 Employment Breakdown

85%Working
15%Work & Study
90%Professional Jobs
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