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Natural Computation MRes

University of Birmingham

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  • Qualification

    MRes - Master of Research

  • Location

    University of Birmingham

  • Study mode

    Full time

  • Start date

    29-SEP-25

  • Duration

    1 Year

Course summary

Course overview
Immerse yourself in the field of natural computation with our MRes course. You'll develop a strong foundation for a research and development career in industry or academia.

Delve into the multidisciplinary area of computational systems that use ideas and gain inspiration from natural systems. Learn whats involved with becoming a scientific researcher as our course combines core principles with innovative research.

Course highlights

This multidisciplinary area is the study of computational systems that use ideas and gain inspiration from natural systems. The MRes programme explores current topics in natural computation, such as evolutionary algorithms, co-evolution, evolutionary design, nature-inspired optimisation techniques, evolutionary games, novel learning algorithms, artificial neural networks/deep learning and theory of natural computation.

Study computational systems inspired by nature, covering evolutionary algorithms, nature-inspired optimisation, and artificial neural networks
Work on an in-depth research project, often industry-driven, to investigate a chosen topic in natural computation
Gain transferable knowledge through our compulsory Research Skills module that will equip you for research-oriented careers in industry or academia

Career opportunities
We have strong links with industry, especially through CERCIA, including Honda, BT, Thales, Unilever, GSK, Rolls Royce, etc. We encourage MRes students to carry out their research projects in collaboration with our industrial partners, and opportunities also exist for students to do their project work within a company.

The course will provide a solid foundation in the theory and application of natural computation methods as well as transferable knowledge and skills necessary for a successful research-oriented career in industry or academia.

Tuition fees

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£ 28,320per year

Tuition fees shown are for indicative purposes and may vary. Please check with the institution for most up to date details.

University information

University of Birmingham

University of Birmingham

University of Birmingham

  • University League Table

    13th

  • Campus address

    University of Birmingham, Edgbaston Birmingham, Birmingham, Birmingham, B15 2TT, United Kingdom

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The University of Birmingham is a founding member of the elite Russell Group of UK universities.
Based in the second largest city in the UK, Birmingham offers an outstanding international student experience.
The university has a vibrant international student community and is home to over 10,000 international students from approximately 150 countries.

Subject rankings

  • Subject ranking

    Computer Science

    6th out of 117 1

  • Entry standards

    / Max 227
    169 74%

    19th

  • Graduate prospects

    / Max 100
    96.0 96%

    6th

    3

  • Student satisfaction

    / Max 4
    3.23 81%

    9th

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