MSc Multidisciplinary Optimisation
The MSc in Multidisciplinary Optimisation is a one-year full-time degree for students who would like to receive practical, technical and theoretical training in advanced aspects of optimisation. Optimisation problems arise in all aspects of mathematics, science and engineering. However, the technical and theoretical skills required are often outside the scope of a traditional single discipline based degree. This programme is targeted at strong mathematics, science or engineering graduates who wish to gain valuable skills and techniques in this area, which will be a considerable asset to their further study or employability.
Course overview
You will study essestial Research Skills, and you will carry out two mini-projects and a larger research project. In addition, you will choose 50 credits of optional modules from the following:
- Introduction to Evolutionary Computation
- Introduction to Neural Computation
- Intelligent Data Analysis (Extended)
- Nature-Inspired Design
- Integer Programming*
- Nonlinear Programming 1*
- Multi-Criteria Decision Making *
- Heuristic Optimisation*
- Combinatorial Optimisation*
- Conic Programming*
*these modules are taught by the School of Mathematics
This distinct programme covers the field of optimisation from a highly multi-disciplinary point of view. It includes mathematical programming methods, heuristic optimisation as well as meta-heuristic optimisation. It treats optimisation holistically and provides students with a unique set of skills that neither computer science nor mathematics could provide easily.
Entry requirements
At least an Upper Second Class (2.1) degree or an international equivalent in a science or engineering subject with sufficiently high marks in fundamental mathematics and computing. Students who have not studied in English must pass a recognised English test.
International Student Master's Scholarship
A £3,000 scholarship will be awarded to a number of privately funded, full fee paying, international Master's students.
Applicants must have accepted an unconditional offer on one of the School's MSc programmes. These scholarships are open to students from outside the European Union. Applicants are nominated by the Admissions Tutor.
Important application dates
If you are applying for 2013 entry, the course begins on 30th September 2013 (29th September 2014 for 2014 entry). There is no closing date for admissions, although you are advised to apply as early as possible, particularly if you need to arrange a visa. Please click here for further information on term dates.
How to apply
Applications for all Computer Science MSc programmes are made directly to the University of Birmingham. For full details visit 'How to Apply'.