Computer Science
Computer science with a specialisation in data science and artificial intelligence is a degree at the frontier of where the discipline is going. Data science is concerned with extracting meaningful insight from large and complex datasets, drawing on statistics, machine learning, and computational methods to find patterns and make predictions. Artificial intelligence addresses the broader challenge of building systems that can reason, learn, perceive, and act in ways that mimic or extend human capability.
Together, they represent the technologies that are reshaping economies, healthcare, science, and society at a pace and scale that is without historical precedent.
At the University of Dundee, this four-year, full-time degree takes a problem-oriented approach, emphasising the use of data science and AI to make a real difference in domains such as health, environment, and social wellbeing. You will study the computer science foundations, including algorithms, programming, software engineering, and mathematics, alongside the specialist topics of machine learning, statistical modelling, deep learning, natural language processing, and AI ethics. A year abroad is available, giving you the opportunity to study in a different academic and technological environment.
The typical entry tariff of 200 points reflects strong academic expectations for a technically demanding and competitive programme.
Graduates of computer science with data science and AI are among the most sought-after in the technology sector. Roles in machine learning engineering, data science, AI research, software engineering, and technical product management are all within reach. Healthcare, finance, government, manufacturing, and almost every other sector are investing heavily in data and AI capabilities, creating consistent demand for graduates with this background.
Many also go on to postgraduate study or doctoral research in machine learning, AI, or data science, contributing to the research frontier of fields that are advancing rapidly.