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Computer Science

Study computing, software engineering, AI, and data science at leading UK universities. British CS degrees are typically three years, covering theory and practice.

Notable Computer Science Programmes

A curated selection of top-ranked, distinctive and interesting computer science programmes across UK universities.

University of Oxford

Computer Science

Ranked #1 in the UK — tutorial-based teaching with world-leading AI research

Oxford's CS degree covers algorithms, compilers, formal verification, machine learning and more through its distinctive tutorial system. Third-year students can specialise in areas like computational biology, quantum computing or natural language processing. The department's close ties to DeepMind and the Oxford Internet Institute offer unrivalled research exposure.

3 years~£44,500/yr

Top-rankedTutorial systemAI research

Imperial College London

MEng

Computing (MEng)

Integrated Masters with a full year of advanced specialisation and industry project

Imperial's four-year MEng includes a substantial final-year project often carried out with industry partners like Google, Bloomberg or start-ups in the Imperial incubator. The programme blends systems engineering, machine learning and software engineering with optional modules in robotics, computer vision and cybersecurity. Graduates are among the most sought-after in London's tech scene.

4 years~£40,940/yr

MEngIndustry projectLondon tech hub

University of Edinburgh

BSc

Artificial Intelligence

One of the world's oldest AI departments — Scotland's four-year degree gives you more depth

Edinburgh established one of the first AI research groups in the world in 1963. The four-year Scottish degree allows deeper exploration of machine learning, natural language processing, robotics and cognitive science. The programme benefits from Edinburgh's status as a major European tech hub with companies like Skyscanner and FanDuel headquartered in the city.

4 years~£36,500/yr

AI specialist4-year degreeHistoric department

University of St Andrews

BSc (Hons)

Computer Science

Small-group teaching in a collegial setting — strong graduate employment rate

St Andrews combines the personal attention of a small university with rigorous CS teaching. Students benefit from low staff-to-student ratios and a tight-knit community. The programme covers core systems and theory with options in human-computer interaction, data science and AI. The four-year Scottish structure includes a flexible first year that allows subject combinations.

4 years~£30,160/yr

Small-groupScottish 4-yearHigh employment

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