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High Performance Computing (Online Learning)

University of Edinburgh

Edinburgh, Scotland, United Kingdom•QS 2027 #35

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High Performance Computing (Online Learning) at University of Edinburgh in Edinburgh, United Kingdom is a postgraduate diploma in Information Systems & Technology programme. The programme runs for 4 years, delivered fully online. Tuition for international students is GBP 6,370 per total (GBP 6,370 per total for local students).

At a glance

Degree: Postgraduate Diploma
Field: Information Systems & Technology
Duration: 4 years
Delivery: Online
Local tuition: GBP 6,370 / total
International tuition: GBP 6,370 / total

Last checked September 2026 · Source: study.ed.ac.uk ·

Program details

Overview

Part-time online diploma covering parallel computing and high performance computing techniques, for experienced programmers wanting practitioner-level HPC skills.

Requirements

Admission Requirements: A UK 2:1 honours degree, or its international equivalent, in a relevant subject such as computer science and informatics, physics, mathematics, engineering, biology, chemistry and geosciences. You must be an experienced and competent programmer in at least one of C, C++, Python, Fortran, or Java and should be familiar with mathematical concepts such as algebra, linear algebra and probability and statistics. Your application should demonstrate your programming ability both through your transcript (or submitted examples of code) and through explanation within the ""Relevant Knowledge/Training"" field of the application. We will also consider your application if you don't have formal programming training (e.g. if you are primarily self-taught), or if you have a 2:2 honours degree with high marks in computational courses and/or additional relevant work experience. Your application should clearly demonstrate your relevant experience.

Application Details

Start Date: 14 September 2026
Application Deadline: 30 August 2026

About University of Edinburgh

Type: University
Control: Public
Campus setting: Urban
Founded: 1583
Students: 39,015
QS rank: #35
Programs: 780
Location: Edinburgh, Scotland, United Kingdom

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Frequently asked questions

What degree does High Performance Computing (Online Learning) award?

University of Edinburgh awards a Postgraduate Diploma in the field of Information Systems & Technology on completion of this programme.

How long does High Performance Computing (Online Learning) take?

The programme runs for 4 years.

How much does High Performance Computing (Online Learning) cost?

Tuition for international students is GBP 6,370 per total (GBP 6,370 per total for local students).

Can High Performance Computing (Online Learning) be studied online?

Yes — the programme is delivered fully online.

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