EPCC HPC Summer School 2025
10 April 2025
This two-week residential programme in high performance computing (HPC) in Edinburgh will comprise hands-on practical training and the opportunity to apply new skills in a real-world context.
High performance computing (HPC) is the use of powerful processors, networks and parallel supercomputers to tackle problems that are very computationally- or data-intensive. The use of supercomputers is central to many areas of academia and industry including atomistic simulations to discover new materials, design of more efficient cars and aeroplanes, climate prediction, simulations of the entire Universe from the Big Bang to the present day, and training large-scale AI models.
The EPCC HPC Summer School will teach the fundamentals of how to use HPC systems, including transferable skills in software development and performance programming.
Programme structure
The programme will combine three elements:
- Hands-on practical training to teach the skills required for the Summer School.
- Working with example HPC programs and applying the techniques covered during the training, for example analysing and improving performance.
- Meeting experienced HPC practitioners, coaches and peers.
Eligibility
The programme is open to undergraduate students at universities within the UK with at least a full year yet to complete.
Finances, travelling and accommodation
Accommodation within Edinburgh and travel within the UK (to/from your University town/city or transport hub near non-term time address) will be provided.
The accommodation provided will be self-catered and a subsistence allowance of £490 will be paid to summer school participants to support their time in Edinburgh.
Duration
The Summer School will run from Saturday 14th June 2025 to Saturday 28th June 2025 with classes held from Monday to Friday.
Application process
Applicants are asked to demonstrate the following academic requirements and interests:
- A motivation for learning more about HPC and developing your programming skills.
- Being a competent programmer in one of C, C++, Python, Java or Fortran (self-taught programmers are welcome).
- Studying a UK undergraduate degree in a relevant area with at least a full year yet to complete.
Applications close: Monday, 28th of April, 11:59 AM BST.
Full details at https://www.epcc.ed.ac.uk/hpc-summer-school
To apply please complete this form: EPCC HPC Summer School 2025 Application.
If you have any questions, please contact us at epcc-summerschool@mlist.is.ed.ac.uk and we will be pleased to help.
