Computer Science

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.

“Computers are powerful, and as a computer scientist, this inspires me as we have the ability to harness these machines to improve people’s day-to-day lives.”

Chasjeevan Ladhar, Computer Science BSc

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.

Rankings and awards

Top 100 in the world, QS World University Rankings 2026

Where this degree could take you

Here’s an insight into the job roles some of our computer science graduates have obtained:

• Game Developer, PlayGen

• Engineer, Honda

• Edison Graduate Engineer, GE Aerospace

• Software Engineer, Bluesmith Information Systems

• Database Engineer, PebblePad

• Software Consultant, Netcompany

• Chief Technical Officer, Chooz-Pics

• Software Engineering Consultant, BJSS

• PhD Computer Science Student, University of Bath

Career support

Top 10 most targeted for 10+ years by the UK’s leading employers, The Graduate Market 2026, High Fliers Research

Our Careers Service has the global expertise and sector-spanning industry partnerships that, combined, go way beyond simply helping you get a job. They provide you with the resources you need to upskill and achieve the future you aspire towards - even in the face of lightning-paced change.