Department of Computer Science

We’re proud of our high-quality teaching and research, and the people who make it all happen. We strive to be a friendly and inclusive place to study and work.

Welcome to Computer Science at Durham

As a UK Top 10 Department (Complete University Guide 2025) we are committed to high quality teaching and research.

Computer Science increased excellence in all areas of research since the last research assessment exercise, moving 6 places up the ranking to the 20th position for REF 2021. See more information at REF 2021 Result - Durham University. Read about some of our most recent research achievements.

We are located in the beautiful city of Durham and have recently moved into a brand new purpose built building along with the Department of Mathematical Sciences.

We are proud of the emphasis we place on equality, diversity and inclusion and are working hard to make our department the no.1 University in the UK for women to study Computer Science.

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Athena Swan Silver Award since 2024

97% of our research outputs are world-leading or internationally excellent (REF 2021)

10th in the Guardian University Guide 2024

4th for student employability in the Complete University Guide 2026

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Undergraduate Study

A degree in Computer Science from Durham will allow you to become a driver of change in modern society as we give you both a deep understanding of the fundamentals of computation and a knowledge of the emerging technologies.
Postgraduate Study

Working with academics who are leading cutting-edge research will give you first-hand experience of top quality projects.

Undergraduate Study

A degree in Computer Science from Durham will allow you to become a driver of change in modern society as we give you both a deep understanding of the fundamentals of computation and a knowledge of the emerging technologies.

Postgraduate Study

Working with academics who are leading cutting-edge research will give you first-hand experience of top quality projects.

MSc in Advanced Computer Science, MSc in Advanced Computer Science (Artificial Intelligence)

The ideal programmes for students who are keen to develop advanced understanding and skills in various areas of computer science theory and practice, including cutting-edge topics such as artificial intelligence and machine learning, and foundational topics such as algorithms and networks.

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Diversity and inclusion

At the department of Computer Science, we want to create an open and inclusive workplace and study culture where everyone is treated with dignity and respect. Diversity and equality are an important part of this commitment. We strive to ensure that this ethos informs everything we do at all levels.

Areas to get involved in

DU Women in Tech

Group of women from Women in Tech Durham University group

Our People

Alumni

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Work with us

The Department of Computer Science is expanding! Recruitment for 2024 is closed but we expect to be advertising further permanent positions early in 2025.

We have already doubled in size over the last few years and we are aiming to expand up to around 60 academic staff. We value all our staff – whether they are working in professional support, teaching or research – and have placed diversity and inclusion at the heart of our strategy and operations. We are keen to hear from candidates from all backgrounds. We are working hard to build a more inclusive department which is outward-facing.

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Student updates

We offer a unique opportunity to write a new chapter in Durham University's proud history.

Highlights

My Durham Story - Yanki Boran Ozdemir

We caught up with Yanki Boran Ozdemir who recently graduated from our department of Computer Science.
My Durham Story - Enoch Omale

We caught up with Enoch Omale who recently graduated from our department of Computer Science.