UCAS code

G400

Do you want to be at the forefront of new technological developments to create the solutions of tomorrow? Then computer science could be for you.

Computer science is a constantly evolving field. In an age where artificial intelligence (AI) is developing by the day – and almost everything we do involves a smart device or a system – there's no better time to get into this field.

This course will train you to become a skilled programmer and algorithm designer.

We also encourage creative thinking and problem solving so you can tackle the current and emerging challenges in this fast-changing area.

As a computer science student at Leeds, you’ll study in our purpose-built hub for students and academics – the Sir William Henry Bragg Building. It’s home to world-leading research and specialist teaching facilities right here on campus.

This degree is the ideal foundation for a career in AI, machine learning (ML), cybersecurity, software engineering (full-stack development), blockchain development, augmented/virtual reality or data science.

From commerce to healthcare, AgriTech to government – computer science touches every industry, everywhere – and you could be a part of it.

Why study at Leeds

• Globally-renowned research: This feeds directly into your course, shaping your learning with the latest thinking in everything from AI to biomedicine, algorithms to computational engineering – and beyond.
• Benefit from specialist facilities: Study in our purpose-built hub, the William Henry Bragg Building, with custom teaching labs containing high-spec Linux machines and a range of collaborative and quiet study spaces. Take a virtual tour.
• Get access to industry experts: Gain insights from experts and graduates who are shaping the future of the tech sector. Our programme of talks gives you the chance to ask questions, make connections and get inspiration for your future career.
• Gain real-world experience: Give your CV that competitive edge before you graduate with our industrial work placement opportunities. Our close industry links have given previous students the chance to work at — and build professional relationships with — organisations such as Arm, Mercedes-Benz and Lloyds Banking Group.
• Study abroad: Gain invaluable life experience and advance your personal development with our exciting study abroad programmes, spanning across universities worldwide.
• Bring your skills to life outside the classroom: Our extra-curricular activities include a 24-hour hackathon backed by industry sponsors and CompSoc, a hands-on integrated design project, the UKIEPC national programming competition hosted on campus, building a rocket with the Leeds University Rocketry Association or attending the British Computing Society’s Women Lovelace Colloquium.