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Computer Science and Artificial Intelligence

  • MEng (Hon)
  • 4 Years
  • Full-time
  • September 2026
  • Undergraduate
Stag Hill
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Course summary

Why choose this course?
You’ll develop advanced competencies in computer science with a focus on large-scale system deployment, as well as in-depth knowledge of emerging technologies in Generative AI, Large Language Models (LLMs), and agentic AI.

Your studies will be enriched by Surrey’s 40 years of internationally acclaimed AI research, guided by world-leading academics who have shaped the future of the field. You’ll also learn from experts in cyber security to make large-scale systems secure and resilient.

Demand for graduates in this field is booming worldwide, offering diverse career opportunities. Surrey has an excellent record for graduate employability: 94 per cent of our computer science undergraduate students go on to employment or further study (Graduate Outcomes 2024, HESA).

Our award-winning Professional Training placements scheme also gives students industry experience and prepares them for roles in various sectors.

What you will study
You will study the core principles of computer science in your first year, which is shared with other computer science programmes. In your second year, you’ll then begin to build your specialist AI knowledge, setting you up for an optional placement year. You will then accelerate your learning in AI through the study of the latest developments in AI in your third year of study.

-Learn core computer science principles, concepts necessary for industrial deployment including programming, algorithms, computer security, parallel computing.
-Study advanced AI principles including GenAI, LLMs, computer vision, robotics, medical imaging, intelligent agents, and ethical AI systems.
-Take on hands-on projects using GPU-powered Linux systems, enabling training and deployment of real-world AI models.
-Participate in AI-based group projects with world leading researchers from CVSSP, NICE, and the Surrey Institute for People-Centred AI.
-Use languages and tools such as Java, C++, SQL, Python, and AI libraries.

Modules

We are proud to be one of the most culturally diverse universities in the UK, with more than 140 nationalities playing a role in university life. Our International Recruitment team are here to help you throughout the application process – from advising on choosing the right course to applying for a visa and preparing for your first few weeks at Surrey. You can contact them via international@surrey.ac.uk Applicants who require a Student Visa to study in the UK: To apply for a Student Visa, you must have a Confirmation of Acceptance (CAS) for the University you wish to study at. This is a unique number which will enable you to apply for your visa. The University is under no legal obligation to sponsor any individual and exercises caution with respect to issuing a Confirmation of Acceptance for Studies (CAS) to avoid risking its status as a Student sponsor. Confirmation of Acceptance to Study (CAS) will be issued in accordance with the Student Route and CAS Issuing Policy, available at: https://www.surrey.ac.uk/apply/policies

Ways to study this course

Campuses

  • Stag Hill

Study options

  • MEng (Hon) • Full-time • 4 Years

Start dates

  • September 2026

Apply by
14 January

This is the equal consideration deadline. You can still apply after this date, but your application may not receive guaranteed consideration.

Application codes

Course code:
G567
Institution code:
S85
Campus name:
Stag Hill
Campus Code:
-
Points of Entry:
Year 1

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How to apply

Apply by
14 January

This is the deadline for applications to be completed and sent for this course. If the university or college still has places available you can apply after this date, but your application is not guaranteed to be considered.

Application codes

Course code:
G567
Institution code:
S85
Campus name:
Stag Hill
Campus Code:
-

Points of entry

The following entry points are available for this course:

  • Year 1

International applicants

We are proud to be one of the most culturally diverse universities in the UK, with more than 140 nationalities playing a role in university life. Our International Recruitment team are here to help you throughout the application process – from advising on choosing the right course to applying for a visa and preparing for your first few weeks at Surrey. You can contact them via international@surrey.ac.uk Applicants who require a Student Visa to study in the UK: To apply for a Student Visa, you must have a Confirmation of Acceptance (CAS) for the University you wish to study at. This is a unique number which will enable you to apply for your visa. The University is under no legal obligation to sponsor any individual and exercises caution with respect to issuing a Confirmation of Acceptance for Studies (CAS) to avoid risking its status as a Student sponsor. Confirmation of Acceptance to Study (CAS) will be issued in accordance with the Student Route and CAS Issuing Policy, available at: https://www.surrey.ac.uk/apply/policies

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Entry requirements

UCAS Tariff
Not accepted

A level
AAA - AAB

Overall: AAA-AAB

Required subjects: Mathematics

Pearson BTEC Level 3 National Extended Diploma (first teaching from September 2016)
D*DD - DDD

Overall:
D*DD-DDD. Additionally, A-level Mathematics at Grade B.

Access to HE Diploma

​​​​QAA-recognised Access to Higher Education Diploma, with 45 Level 3 credits including 45 Level 3 credits at Distinction - 39 Level 3 Credits at Distinction and 6 Level 3 Credits at Merit. Additionally, A-level Mathematics at Grade B.

Scottish Higher
AAAAB - AAABB

Overall:
AAAAB-AAABB

Required subjects: Mathematics.

GCSE or Equivalent:
English Language: Scottish National 5 - C.

Scottish Advanced Higher
AAA - AAB

Overall:
AAA-AAB

Required subjects:
Mathematics

GCSE or Equivalent:
English Language: Scottish National 5 - C.

International Baccalaureate Diploma Programme
35 - 34 points

Overall:
35-34

Required subjects: Mathematics Analysis and Approaches HL5/SL6 or Mathematics Applications and Interpretations HL5.

GCSE or equivalent: English A HL4/SL4 or English B HL5/SL6.

WJEC Level 3 Advanced Skills Baccalaureate Wales

Overall:
Pass overall with AAA-AAB from a combination of the Advanced Skills Baccalaureate Wales and two A-levels.

Required subjects: A-level Mathematics.

Please note: A-level General Studies and A-level Critical Thinking are not accepted.

GCSE or equivalent: Please check the A-level dropdown for the required GCSE levels.

Extended Project
A

Applicants taking the Extended Project Qualification (EPQ) will receive our standard A-level offer, plus an alternate offer of one A-level grade lower, subject to achieving an A grade in the EPQ. The one grade reduction will not apply to any required subjects.

This grade reduction will not combine with other grade reduction policies, such as contextual admissions policy or In2Surrey.

GCSE/National 4/National 5

GCSE or equivalent: English Language at Grade 4 (C).

Applications are considered on an individual basis, taking into account qualifications achieved, predicted grades, personal statement and academic reference. Conditional offers are specified in terms of required grades; we do not make offers in terms of overall UCAS tariff.

We understand that predicted grades are an estimate and will consider applicants who have predicted grades that are a little lower than our published requirement. Any offers we make will align with the grades shown above unless a grade reduction can be offered under our Contextual Admissions policy or our In2Surrey scheme. Details can be found here: https://www.surrey.ac.uk/schools-colleges/contextual-admissions-policy

Applicants with a mixed qualification profile (e.g. those taking A-levels and BTEC qualifications) are encouraged to contact admissions@surrey.ac.uk for guidance on the grades accepted.

English language requirements

TestGradeAdditional details
IELTS (Academic)66.0 overall with 5.5 in each element

View the other English language qualifications that we accept:https://www.surrey.ac.uk/apply/international/english-language-requirements

Historical entry grades data

This section shows the range of grades that students who received offers were previously accepted on to this course with (learn more).

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Fees and funding

Tuition fees

No fee information has been provided for this course

Tuition fee status depends on a number of criteria and varies according to where in the UK you will study. For further guidance on the criteria for home or overseas tuition fees, please refer to the UKCISA website.

Additional fee information

Please see our website for up-to-date information on our fees for 2026/27:

https://www.surrey.ac.uk/fees-and-funding/tuition-fees/undergraduate-2026-entry

Sponsorship information

The University of Surrey offers a range of scholarships and bursaries to support our students, please visit https://www.surrey.ac.uk/fees-and-funding/scholarships-and-bursaries for more details.

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