The University of Sheffield
Department of Computer Science
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Welcome to the Department of Computer Science at the University of Sheffield. We are a long-established department with a reputation for innovative project-based teaching and world-class research. 

 

Undergraduate courses

Image: computer science studentsWe're one of the top 10 computer science departments in the UK for graduate employment. Our unique undergraduate courses combine rigorous theoretical knowledge with practical skills. You'll have the chance to join the only student-run software company in the UK.

Undergraduate degrees
Genesys Solutions – our student-run IT company

Postgraduate study

Image: computer science studentSpecialise with a masters (MSc/MEng) degree that includes project-based teaching and real-world experience of software development. Or study for a research degree (PhD/MPhil) and join one of our world-class research groups.

Postgraduate study
Funded PhD opportunities

Research

heartWe're a world-class centre for computer science research. The latest (2008) UK Research Assessment Exercise rated the majority of our research work as world leading or internationally excellent.

Learn about our research

Open days

open day guidesCome to an open day and find out what the Department of Computer Science is really like. You'll have the opportunity to see demonstrations, and talk to our staff and current students - and we'll reimburse your travelling expenses up to a maximum of £50.

Undergraduate open days
Postgraduate open days

scholarships