Computer science, AI and robotics
You'll explore the technologies driving today's digital world while developing a deeper understanding of the theories behind them. As you build specialist technical knowledge, you'll strengthen your problem-solving, analytical and computational thinking skills, preparing you to tackle complex challenges across a wide range of industries.
You'll study in our School of Physics, Engineering and Computer Science, with access to specialist laboratories, collaborative learning spaces, workshops and dedicated CDIO (Conceive-Design-Implement-Operate) facilities designed to support practical, project-based learning.
With flexible study options, including placements, online learning and advanced research opportunities, you can tailor your degree to your interests. Whether you choose artificial intelligence, robotics, data science, cybersecurity or computer networks, you'll develop the skills and experience to specialise in your chosen field.
Why choose Herts
Postgraduate study in computer science, AI and robotics at the University of Hertfordshire equips you with the advanced skills and insight to take the next step in your academic and professional journey. Deepen your expertise, learn from leading researchers and develop your confidence and capabilities through access to state-of-the-art facilities, global learning experiences, and a strong network of professional support.
Herts postgraduate alumni have gone on to work in industry and academia, benefitting from our strong links with local and national businesses, including Google, Hewlett-Packard, Vodafone, Microsoft and Ocado.
Guardian Top 40 University
We’ve ranked 37th for teaching quality, student satisfaction and graduate success in the Guardian University Guide 2027.
7th in the UK
for overall postgraduate student satisfaction (Postgraduate Taught Survey, 2026).
World-leading research
90% of computer science research ranked as world-leading (Research Excellence Framework, 2021).
Outstanding postgraduate employability
96% of postgraduates in work/study (Graduate Outcomes Survey, 2026).*
Explore our courses
To conduct research and provide contribution to knowledge and innovation in areas relevant to Optical Communications and Networks and associated technologies. In particular in Optical and Wireless...
To conduct research and provide contribution to knowledge and innovation in areas relevant to Optical Communications and Networks and associated technologies. In particular in Optical and Wireless...
One of a range of degrees from the taught master's programme at the Department of Computer Science This course examines current research and practice in software engineering. You will develop...
One of a range of degrees from the taught Masters Programme at the School of Physics, Engineering and Computer Science. Our course is specially designed for graduates of numerate subjects other than...
One of a range of degrees from the taught master's programme at the Department of Computer Science. This course considers current research and practice in cyber security. You will build the...
If you have a good first degree in computer science, engineering, physics, maths, biology, neuroscience or another relevant discipline we have a range of interesting computer science research degree...
This course is part of our master's programme in Computer Science. The School has a strong international reputation for research in Artificial Intelligence and Robotics and this expertise influences...
One of a range of degrees from the taught master's Programme in the Department of Computer Science. This award is targeted at those who have a good Honours degree in computer science or a very...
This course is part of our master's programme in computer science. The MSc in Data Science and Machine Learning draws on our internationally recognised research in data science and machine learning....
One of a range of degrees from the taught master's programme at the Department of Computer Science This course examines current research and practice in software engineering. You will develop...
To conduct research and make original contributions to the advancement of knowledge in the areas of (1) Mobile and Wireless Communications and Networks including topics of Communications using...
One of a range of degrees from the taught master's programme at the Department of Computer Science. This course considers current research and practice in cyber security. You will build the...
from 2023/24 graduates, in employment or further study 15 months after graduation.