A message to our offer-holders
Congratulations on becoming an offer-holder in Computer Science at The University of Manchester.
The world needs computer scientists, and every year the opportunities within this field expand – offering excellent starting salaries and increasingly rewarding applications.
Here you will join great minds able to employ creativity and logic in equal measure. Follow in the footsteps of the very first graduates of this subject, emerging as the most sought-after in the UK today.
A welcome from our students
Our students have a special message just for you.
Watch their short congratulatory video and get a glimpse of the exciting journey that could soon be yours. 🚀💜
From joining societies to brushing up on your cooking skills, hear how to make the most of your offer-holder experience before joining us in Manchester!
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Pioneers of Computer Science
Birthplace of the modern computer and home to the first graduates in Computer Science.
Most targeted by employers
Did you know we’re one of the most targeted universities by top UK employers? (The Graduate Market, 2025)
Top research environment in the UK
Ranked shared first place for best Computer Science research environment in the UK. (REF 2021)
Sky-high earning potential
On average, our graduates earn £40,000 within 15 months (According to the latest the Graduate Outcomes Survey).
Learning and support
Your learning experience
Inside the First-Year Project: From Idea to Web App
Discover what it’s like to tackle a first-year Computer Science project - from choosing an idea and learning new tools to working closely as a team and presenting the final product at a showcase event.
An introduction to Python programming
Discover a glimpse of our blended teaching with this Python programming exercise with Gareth Henshall.
My industrial experience at Disney!
Find the idea of industrial experience daunting? Let Carmen put your mind at rest, with her incredible story.
Sustainability in Computer Science
Watch Dr Riza Batista-Navarro explain how AI can uncover the carbon footprint of what we eat and suggest lower-carbon ingredient swaps for more sustainable meals.
Student life at Manchester
Day in the life as a Computer Scientist
Amelie Coy, second year computer science student
Join Amelie, a second year computer science student, as she takes us along in a Day in the Life. From lectures and workshops to lunch with a friend and dance class, Amelie has a full day which will give you a real insight into what studying here is really like.
Computer Science @ Manchester
The whole Department looks forward to welcoming you in September...
Talking of which, did you know we were the first university to have a dedicated Department of Computer Science? Attracting creative innovators from all across the UK and beyond, we're a community of change-makers - something not only evident within our course, but our campus, societies, and city too!
Meet an academic
First years at The University of Manchester are fortunate enough to count Dr Zahra Montazeri among our project supervisors. Zahra's incredible work in virtual environments takes to the screen in productions including Disney's Frozen, Star Wars, and beyond! On campus, you can find her inspiring students and movie-goers with her hard work and talent every day.
Find a society for you
From Data Science to Robotics, and from Chess to UniCS...
We not only have sports and interest based societies, but many student-led academic societies too. Where will you begin!
Meet your lecturers
Get to know the core first-year Computer Science lecturers at The University of Manchester - from module leaders in programming, data science, and computation to those leading collaborative projects. This page provides an introduction to each academic, their teaching and research interests, and the units you’ll be covering in your first year.
Student support
Your health, wellbeing and safety
At Manchester, we offer all our students support and encouragement to stay happy and healthy at university.
Support on your course
Benefit from our award-winning student PASS scheme to help understand programming concepts, share problems and experiences and strengthen your CV and interview techniques.
Cost of Living
Here's how we support current students with their finances while they're studying with us.
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Careers and employability
Make your mark at Manchester
Our Department's close ties with industry allow you to broaden and deepen your skills by combining academic knowledge with practical experience in the workplace. You'll also have the opportunity to connect with potential employers from some of the world's most prestigious companies.
See how our graduates are doing, according to the latest Graduate Outcomes Survey:
- 85% of graduates feel their work, study or activity is meaningful
- £40,000 average salary, 15 months after graduation
How we can support you
Dr Duncan Hull takes you through the support the Department provides to help you find placements and shape your career.
From Singapore to Skyscanner...
Listen to our podcast and see how winning a hackathon competition launched graduate Amelia's career with Skyscanner.
A day in the life...
Meet Computer Science graduate Petia as she takes you through her day as a Software Engineer for Bloomberg.
Industrial placement at the Large Hadron Collider!
Discover Raluca's experience working as a software developer on the largest science experiment in the world at CERN.
Your next steps
Accept your offer
Received all of your offers? You can accept your offer of a place at university now via UCAS Hub.
Your questions
We're supporting you through the application process by answering your frequently asked questions.
Explore Manchester
Our brilliant campus, at the heart of the UK's Most Liveable City (The Economist, 2019) and the city voted 3rd Best in the World (TimeOut, 2021).
Further information
Find your course
Want to review the information specific to the course you've applied to? Explore here.
