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Undergraduate Study

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Computer Science

In view of the COVID-19 public health emergency, we may need to


make changes to the course details outlined on these pages. Offers
holders will be notified of changes. Please see this page for further
information.

Computer science is a fast-moving field that brings together


disciplines including mathematics, engineering, the natural
sciences, psychology and linguistics. Our course provides you
with skills highly prized in industry and for research.

Overview Course Outline Entry Requirements

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Computer Science at Cambridge


Cambridge was a pioneer of computer science and continues to
lead its development. There are more than 1,000 specialist
computing and advanced technology companies and commercial
laboratories in the area (known as ‘Silicon Fen'). A number of
local firms and start-ups support our teaching and employ our
graduates, in areas from chip design to mathematical modelling
and AI.

Our course is broad and deep – giving skills to create future


technology. All aspects of modern computer science are covered,
along with the underlying theory and foundations in economics,
law and business. You also develop practical skills, such as
programming (in various languages, eg OCaml, Java, C/C++,
Prolog) and hardware systems (eg chip design using Verilog).

Facilities and work experience


Our students benefit from the Department’s cutting-edge research
and extensive facilities. The purpose-built Department of
Computer Science and Technology is packed with the latest
technology, advanced lecture theatres, dedicated practical rooms,
and even a café.

Group projects during the course, where small teams of students


deliver a product to an external client, ensure relevant industrial
experience. Projects often lead to commercialisation, licensing or
employment.

Course costs
Tuition fees
Information on tuition fee rates for Computer Science is available
on the tuition fees page.

Additional course costs


All years of study

Required: A University approved scientific calculator - Estimated


cost £23

Strongly recommended: A laptop is pretty much essential. A


modern entry-level laptop for around £800 is sufficient, but we
would recommend at least half the main drive is dedicated to a
bootable Linux system, such as Ubuntu

Year 1 (Part IA)

Strongly recommended: Copies of core textbooks for Part IA


options (students that don't have their own copies may be
disadvantaged) - Estimated cost £150

Year 2 (Part IB)

Strongly recommended: Copies of core textbooks for Part IB


courses (students that don't have their own copies may be
disadvantaged) - Estimated cost £150 - £250

Year 3 (Part II)

Strongly recommended: Copies of core textbooks for Part II


options (students that don't have their own copies may be
disadvantaged), number/costs dependent on options chosen -
Estimated cost £150-£250

Year 4 (Part III)

Strongly recommended: Copies of core textbooks for Part III


options (students that don't have their own copies may be
disadvantaged), number/costs dependent on options chosen -
Estimated cost £150-£250

Changing course
It is possible to change from Computer Science to another course
at the end of the first year or second year, although in practice
students rarely do.

To be able to change course, you need the agreement of your


College that any change is in your educational interests, and you
must have the necessary background in the subject to which you
wish to change – in some cases you may be required to undertake
some catch-up work or take up the new course from the start/an
earlier year. If you think you may wish to change course, we
encourage you to contact a College admissions office for advice.
You should also consider if/how changing course may affect any
financial support arrangements.

Careers
Our graduates’ knowledge and skills embody principles which will
outlast today’s technology, making them highly sought after by
industry and commerce alike.

Many of our graduates go on to work as programmers and


software development professionals, with others pursuing further
study and careers in teaching and research. Many have also
founded companies or gained employment in software, hardware,
the games industry, finance, communications and commerce.

To get an idea of what’s currently on offer to our graduates, visit


our Supporters Club

For further Computer Science undergraduate admissions


information visit: www.cl.cam.ac.uk/admissions/undergraduate.

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UCAS Code
G400

Course Duration
Three or four years – BA (Hons) or MEng

Colleges
Available at all Colleges.

2020 Entry
Applications per place: 12
Number accepted: 119

Department Open Days


Check Department website for events.
See also Cambridge Open Days.

Related Courses
Engineering
Linguistics
Management Studies (Part II course)
Mathematics
Natural Sciences

Course Website
www.cst.cam.ac.uk

Course Email
[email protected]

Course Telephone
01223 763505

Cambridge Admissions Office

Cambridge Admissions Office


Student Services Centre
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Cambridge
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01223 333308

[email protected]

www.cao.cam.ac.uk

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