DurScientific Computing and Data Analysis (Astrophysics) MScDurham University · Durham, United Kingdom

Program Overview

Degree: Master's
Duration: 12 months
Tuition (2026/27 rates): £34,500
Fields: Computer Science, Data Science, Physics

Application Cycle

2027/28 dates and tuition are not yet published. Showing 2026/27 cycle data as an estimate.

Application opens (2026/27 dates): Rolling admission
Application deadline (2026/27 dates): Rolling admission

This program uses rolling admissions without fixed deadlines and reviews applications as they arrive until spaces are filled. Applying early is strongly recommended.

Documents Required

Please check the official program website (link below) for specific writing guidelines

Published Score Requirements

Academic: Upper second-class UK Bachelor's degree; Or international equivalent (BSc Honours).
Prerequisites: Relevant academic background; Physics; or Computer Science; or Mathematics; or Earth Sciences; or Engineering; or any natural sciences with a strong quantitative element. Select a specialisation aligned with background.
Prerequisites: Technical preparation; Strong programming skills in at least one compiled language (preferably C/C++; Rust, Java, C#, Fortran, or Pascal also acceptable). Python may suffice with a strong specialisation background. Undergraduate mathematics covering linear algebra, statistics and calculus required.
IELTS: 6.5 overall (6.0 each component); Durham Direct Entry Band B.
TOEFL: New scale: 4.5 overall (4 each component) | Old scale: 80 overall (20 each component); Durham Direct Entry Band B. New scale applies to tests from 21 Jan 2026.; Durham Direct Entry Band B. Old scale applies to tests before 21 Jan 2026.

Historical admission data is not published.

Personal statement

Maximum 500 words (central PGT guide).

CV or resume

Recommendation letters x 2

Academic references typically requested via the Applicant Portal; confirm count on the portal for this programme.

Academic transcript(s)

Qualifications to date; certified English translation if needed.

DurScientific Computing and Data Analysis (Astrophysics) MScDurham University · Durham, United Kingdom

Program Overview

Application Cycle

Documents Required

Published Score Requirements

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