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Computing courses

Computing courses at the University of Dundee cover computer science, data science, artificial intelligence, and user experience design, with industrial placement options

7th in the UK for Computer Science

Guardian University Guide 2026

Students rate our Computing degrees among the best in the UK
  • 1st in the UK for Learning Opportunities
  • 1st in the UK for Student Support
  • 2nd in the UK for Teaching Quality
  • 3rd in the UK for Student Voice

National Student Survey 2025

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Undergraduate computing degrees

Study how software and systems are built. Every undergraduate degree also offers an industrial placement year, so you can graduate with professional experience behind you. Our three undergraduate routes are:

  • Computer Science - the broad foundation in software development and how computers work
  • Data Science and AI - building intelligent systems and working with large-scale data
  • User Experience and Design - designing how people interact with technology

What is computer science?

Computer science is the study of how computers work, and how to use them to solve problems and create new technologies. It is an evolving field that includes UX design, data science, and AI.
Find out more about what computer science involves

Computer Science BSc (Hons) courses

  • Course

    Computer Science BSc (Hons)

    Learn how to develop software using cutting edge technologies that will prepare you for a career in computing

    • Undergraduate
    • Full time
    • 4 or 3 years

What is a data scientist?

Thinking about data science and AI? See what data scientists actually do, day to day, and where the work can take you.
Learn more about becoming a data scientist

Computer Science (Data Science and AI) BSc (Hons) courses

Computer Science (User Experience and Design) BSc (Hons) courses

Postgraduate courses - on campus

At postgraduate level you can deepen your expertise or convert into computing from another field.

Postgraduate courses - online learning

  • Course

    Educational Assistive Technology (part-time) MSc

    Learn how to put in place and support the use of assistive technology. This will enhance the learning experience of people with disabilities in education

    • Postgraduate
    • Distance Learning (Other)
    • 24 months
  • Course

    Educational Assistive Technology MSc

    Learn how to put in place and support the use of assistive technology. This will enhance the learning experience of people with disabilities in education

    • Postgraduate
    • Distance Learning (Other)
    • 12 months

What are STEM subjects?

Wondering what counts as STEM and why it matters? Our guide covers the subjects, the careers, and why employers value them.
Read our guide to STEM subjects

Research degrees

a person on a laptop playing a game that is showing on the screen

Developing your research skills with a PhD in Computing.

Computing research degrees

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