Department of Computer Science research

Our research is strongly interdisciplinary and combines practical application with a theoretical understanding.
98% of our submitted research activity was ranked as ‘world-leading’ or ‘internationally excellent’ in the most recent Research Excellence Framework (REF2021).
Our research is strongly interdisciplinary and combines practical application with a theoretical understanding.
Join us in a supportive, well-equipped and creative environment to help you reach your full potential. You'll develop a sound knowledge base and a range of skills that are valuable to a career in computer science.
Learn more about our computer science courses, including entry requirements and course structure.
The workload at university is a big step up from school, but everyone's in the same position and there’s plenty of assistance if you need it.
Computer science graduate Andy Warr has worked as a researcher and software engineer for Microsoft, Google, Instagram, and more. Read his story.
Third year Computer Science and Mathematics student Max Hunter talks about his placement experience with Airwallex in Melbourne, Australia.
Computer Science graduate, Ashton Clapp, on how hackathons and an eye for innovation led to a career as an entrepreneur.
Find out what our students think about studying computer science at Bath.
Our master's courses and research degrees give you the opportunity to take your career to the next level.
We offer a range of master's courses including data science, human-computer interaction, machine learning and a generalist course.
Find out about our PhD degrees, funding opportunities and how you can apply.
We train the next generation of specialists with expertise in AI, its applications and its implications.
MSc Computer Science graduate, Jordan Koulouris, is a Software Engineer for Tripadvisor. Find out more about his role and his experience at Bath.
Find out about upcoming and past events from the Department of Computer Science.
The Department of Computer Science invites you to a "showcase" event that will explore the technology that everyone is talking about: machine learning.
Read about the latest research news and press releases from the Department.
A soft ball designed to support mental health by ‘personifying’ breath has been invented by a computer science student at the University of Bath.
Having a good imagination and high levels of suggestibility makes you feel more present during virtual reality experiences, say computer scientists at Bath.
CAMERA researchers used the latest digital technology to help create a new film documenting the attack on Sorpe Dam, narrated by a Dambuster veteran.
Immersive technology makes the world more vivid and relatable, but how can organisations capitalise on this technology to develop their dreams?
A team from Bath has won a gold medal in the prestigious iGEM competition for developing a bacterial variant that closes the loop on human phosphate use.
New research shows why VAR isn't always accurate enough to judge offside moments.
Our awards, league table rankings and accreditation.
Our research themes focus on particular research areas and we have a strong culture of collaboration and mutual support.
Our research is strongly interdisciplinary and combines practical application with a theoretical understanding.
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We create advanced motion tracking technologies for use in the entertainment industry, training and athlete performance, and assistive technologies.
Our research engineers are working with industrial researchers in leading animation, VFX and games companies.
We train the next generation of specialists with expertise in AI, its applications and its implications.
We work with industry on teaching, placements and research. From small local companies to large international organisations, we're dedicated to building mutually beneficial relationships with industry. Find out more about what we can offer businesses.
Explore our state-of-the-art facilities available for teaching and research with expert support from University staff.
We are part of the South West's Digital Engineering Technology and Innovation (DETI) programme. Find out how we are digitally transforming future engineering.
We offer undergraduate and postgraduate degrees covering a range of computer science specialisms. Our degrees offer excellent career prospects. You can go on a placement as part of most of our degrees to gain real-world work experience while earning a salary.
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