Computer Science

Discover our career accelerating programmes in AI, Computer Science (conversion master's), Cyber Resilience and Data Science, plus our wide range of attractive scholarships and bursaries. Start your journey with us in 2025.

Top 20 in the UK for Computer Science The Times and Sunday Times Good University Guide 2025
100% of Computer Science research impact rated 'world-leading' or 'internationally excellent' REF 2021

Start your journey with us in 2025

Our career-accelerating MSc programmes will equip you with highly sought-after skills to adapt and apply theory, enabling you to create and communicate innovative solutions to a range of complex problems. Underpinned by cutting-edge research and the latest commercial insights from our industry connections, many of our programmes include guest speakers from industry or valuable opportunities for collaborative projects with industry partners to complement your learning. Whether you study with us on our º¬Ðß²ÝÊÓƵ or London campus, our top-quality teaching, state-of-the-art facilities and dedicated support will ensure you’re well-positioned to realise your career aspirations.

 

Research degrees

In addition to our exciting range of taught programmes, there is also a variety of funded and unfunded opportunities to us as a doctoral researcher. You can develop your own unique research proposal or browse our current list of PhD opportunities – either way, we’d love to hear from you.

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Research and teaching

Our postgraduate programmes draw on the University’s research specialisms in computer vision, AI, human centred systems, networks and systems and theoretical computer science.

We ensure our students are at the forefront of technological advances through the modules we deliver. We keep up with the fast pace of this subject and give students the breadth of knowledge required to develop a deeper understanding.  The programmes are taught by experts in their field, many of whom are nationally and internationally renowned for their research.

Links with industry

At º¬Ðß²ÝÊÓƵ we have strong links with industry partners, giving us extra scope to provide a unique experience for our students. Not only do our industry partners inform the curriculum, but they also shape the way research and projects are conducted. Organisations such as BAE Systems, Jennic, Arqiva, Sure, Advantica, Toyota, Sensinode and Rolls-Royce have collaborated with us and shared their expertise in order to develop new ideas and solve the challenges facing industry today.

Facilities

Throughout your studies you will have access to our extensive range of facilities designed to fully equip you for work in industry or further study.

On our º¬Ðß²ÝÊÓƵ campus, as well as having exclusive 24-hour access to computer laboratories in the Haslegrave Building, you will benefit from a dedicated MSc laboratory and robotics laboratory both supported by a team of specialists. You will also be able to take advantage of a range of hardware and software including humanoid robots, body-wearable sensors, eye-tracking systems and visual reality facilities.

On our London campus, set amongst the modern skyline of the Queen Elizabeth Olympic Park, our facilities are second-to-none and help bring your creative visions to life. In the Collaborative Project space, you’ll find high-powered CAD computers, a wide format printer, and an industry-level 3D printer, all at your disposal with free access and optional training. Our library is open 24 hours a day, seven days a week and offers 120 laptops on demand with free Wi-Fi on campus.

Career opportunities

Our master's degree programmes give graduates the opportunity to apply their skills and knowledge in both industry and academia. With specialist equipment and modules taught by staff renowned for their research, the MSc programmes provide students with the latest knowledge and skills sought after by employers. Graduate from our MSc courses have gone onto pursue rewarding careers with organisations such as Google, Credit Suisse, Ocado, Rolls-Royce, Winton Capital and AVG Technologies.