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Overview
The Scientific Computing in Python course from UCL Summer School applies Python to medical and health contexts while showing transferable uses in areas such as investment banking and quantitative finance. No prior Python knowledge is required, but an interest in biomedicine or health is essential.
Programming is the science of instructing computers to perform tasks. It is one of the major breakthroughs in human endeavour, with computer programmes among the most complex creations.
Learning outcomes
By the end of the module, students will have:
- Explained why Python is a powerful language for developing computer code.
- Recognised the wide-ranging applications of this language.
- Described the lifecycle of producing code - writing programmes, executing, testing and debugging.
- Operated built-in libraries in Python to perform various modelling tasks.
- Developed confidence in Python as a language for data intensive applications.
Programme Structure
Courses include:
- Jupyter Notebook: familiarisation with the environment
- NBextensions
- Basic syntax and strings
- Data types
- Built-in functions
- Truth and falsehood
- Data structures: lists, tuples, dictionaries, sets
Key information
Duration
- Full-time
- 19 days
Start dates & application deadlines
- Starting
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Language
English
Duolingo English Test 115
PTE Academic 75
IELTS 6.5
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Credits
15 alternative credits
- 15 UCL credits, 7.5 ECTS, 4 US
Delivered
On Campus
Campus Location
- London, United Kingdom
Disciplines
Computer Sciences Web Technologies & Cloud Computing View 119 other Short Courses in Computer Sciences in United KingdomWhat students do after studying
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Academic requirements
GPA Upper Second Class
English requirements
Duolingo English Test 115
PTE Academic 75
IELTS 6.5
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Other requirements
General requirements
- IELTS (Academic) at least 6.5 overall and 6.0 in each component or equivalent
You will normally be able to demonstrate an average grade, or equivalent academic experience, of:
- 2:1 for most modules
- 2:2 for lower-level modules, if you are in or beyond second year at university.
Tuition Fees
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Applies to youNon-residents2995 GBP / full≈ 2995 GBP / full -
Domestic Applies to you
Applies to youCitizens or residents2995 GBP / full≈ 2995 GBP / full
Living costs
London
United Kingdom
1137 - 2157 GBP / month
The living costs include the total expenses per month, covering accommodation, public transportation, utilities (electricity, internet), books and groceries.
Funding
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