Informatics: ANC: Machine Learning, Computational Neuroscience, Computational Biology MSc (Res)
The University of Edinburgh

Key Course Facts
Student Reviews
Below you can see course specific reviews for 30 graduates of Informatics: ANC: Machine Learning, Computational Neuroscience, Computational Biology MSc (Res) at The University of Edinburgh for each of the survey questions in comparison to the average for all UK degree courses in Finance, Banking, Corporate Finance, Fintech.
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Salary
Salary of Graduates in Finance, Banking, Corporate Finance, Fintech
Important: Salary data below is not course specific, but contains data of all students of Finance, Banking, Corporate Finance, Fintech at the university. Due to data collection methodology, salary data is mainly based on data related to undergraduate students.
15 months after graduation | 3 years after graduation | 5 years after graduation | |
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Median salary | £27500 | £30500 | £41500 |
25-75 percentile range | £22500 - £35000 | £25500 - £37000 | £33500 - £51500 |
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Salary of all UK Graduates of Finance, Banking, Corporate Finance, Fintech
15 months after graduation | 3 years after graduation | 5 years after graduation | |
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Median salary | £24406 | £25995 | £31508 |
25-75 percentile range | £21389 - £28940 | £19811 - £33751 | £23339 - £42744 |
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Course Description
The Institute for Adaptive and Neural Computation (ANC) is a world-leading institute dedicated to the theoretical and empirical study of adaptive processes in both artificial and biological systems. We are one of the UK’s largest and most prestigious academic teams in these fields.
We foster world-class interdisciplinary and collaborative research bringing together a range of disciplines.
Our research falls into three areas:
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machine learning
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computational neuroscience
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computational biology
In machine learning we develop probabilistic methods that find patterns and structure in data, and apply them to scientific and technological problems. Applications include areas as diverse as astronomy, health sciences and computing.
In computational neuroscience and neuroinformatics we study how the brain processes information, and analyse and interpret data from neuroscientific experiments.
The focus in the computational biology area is to develop computational strategies to store, analyse and model a variety of biological data (from protein measurements to insect behavioural data).
Jobs & Career Perspectives
15 months after graduation, graduates of this course were asked about what they do and, if they are working, about their current job and their perspectives.
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Current jobs
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Required skill level of job after 15 months
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Jobs of graduates of this course (15 months after graduation)
Example below based on all graduates of Informatics: ANC: Machine Learning, Computational Neuroscience, Computational Biology MSc (Res) at The University of Edinburgh
75% | Business, Research and Administrative Professionals |
25% | Business and public service associate professionals |
Entry Requirements / Admissions
UCAS Tariff of Accepted Students for this course
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Costs
Average student cost of living in the UK
Rent | £518 |
Water, gas electricity, internet (at home) | £50 |
Supermarket shopping | £81 |
Clothing | £35 |
Eating out | £33 |
Alcohol | £27 |
Takeaways / food deliveries | £30 |
Going out / entertainment (excl.alcohol, food) | £24 |
Holidays and weekend trips | £78 |
Transport within city | £17 |
Self-care / sports | £20 |
Stationary / books | £13 |
Mobile phone / internet | £13 |
Cable TV / streaming | £7 |
Insurance | £51 |
Other | £95 |
Average student cost of living | £1092 |
London costs approx 34% more than average, mainly due to rent being 67% higher than average of other cities. For students staying in student halls, costs of water, gas, electricity, wifi are generally included in the rental. Students in smaller cities where accommodation is in walking/biking distance transport costs tend to be significantly smaller.
University Rankings
of The University of Edinburgh
among 20 universities in Scotland
based on 40 different rankings
Positions of The University of Edinburgh in top UK and global rankings.
Rankings of The University of Edinburgh in related subject specific rankings.
Computer Science
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- #2
- #14
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- Computer Science
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CUG The Complete University Guide - By Subject
[Published 14 May, 2024]
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- #1
- #29
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- Computer Science
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THE World University Rankings by Subject
[Published 17 January, 2025]
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- #1
- #259
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- Computer Science
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NTU Rankings by Subject
[Published 01 September, 2024]
See all 40 university rankings of The University of Edinburgh
About The University of Edinburgh
The University of Edinburgh is located in the Scottish city of the same name, and is one of the oldest universities in the entire United Kingdom, having opened in the year 1583. The university enjoys a strong reputation for its contributions to international research efforts, which is reflected in their inclusion in the Russell Group, Universitas 21, and Una Europa. Edinburgh offers its residents a historic yet modern city, with a lively nightlife scene, reliable public transport, and friendly locals.
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FAQ about Informatics: ANC: Machine Learning, Computational Neuroscience, Computational Biology MSc (Res) The University of Edinburgh
- The median salary of graduates of this course was £25250 15 months after graduation, £30500 3 years after graduation and £41500 after graduation.
- Business, Research and Administrative Professionals (75%), Business and public service associate professionals (25%),
- 30 graduates rated the course 76. This means that 76% of graduates indicated that they were satisfied or very satisfied with the course. See detailed ratings above and how these compare to the averages at other universities.
- The University of Edinburgh achieved the highest ranking for Computer Science. It is ranked #14 in CUG The Complete University Guide - By Subject (Computer Science). See all subject rankings for The University of Edinburgh.
- Informatics: ANC: Machine Learning, Computational Neuroscience, Computational Biology MSc (Res) is taught on campus and cannot be taken online at The University of Edinburgh.
- It is very difficult to get accepted into this course. Accepted students had an average UCAS tariff score of 195 which makes it one of the 2.99% most difficult courses to enter among all Neuroscience students in the UK.
Ranking publishers
The University League Tables
- Published:
- 14 May, 2024
THE Times Higher Education, UK
- Published:
- 17 January, 2025
- Criteria used in ranking -THE World University Rankings by Subject:
- 37.4% Teaching (the Learning Environment)
37.6% Research (Volume, Income and Reputation)
15% Citations (Research Influence)
7.5% International Outlook (Staff, Students and Research)
2.5% Industry Income (Knowledge Transfer)
NTU ranking
- Published:
- 01 September, 2024