Study Computing and Mathematical Sciences - Birkbeck, University of London

The School of Computing and Mathematical Sciences offers a range of programmes at different levels to suit your needs. Our undergraduate, postgraduate and research courses are available part-time and full-time by flexible study in central London.

Come and meet us

If you’re an undergraduate student looking to apply through Clearing, come along to our Clearing Open Day on Saturday 16 August. If you can’t make this date, or are a postgraduate student looking to start studying this autumn, come along to our September Open Evening on Wednesday 3 September.

Courses across the school

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What it's like to study at Birkbeck

Study that fits around you

Read more about our study options that can help you achieve your ambitions.

Which level of study is right for me?

Help and guidance with choosing the right course, depending on your previous educational experience and qualifications.

Choosing the right research degree

Read about the types of research degrees we offer and which one is most suited to you based on your interests and experience.

MPhil/PhD research

Take a look at our guidance for those wishing to undertake an MPhil/PhD in the School of Computing and Mathematical Science.

Current students

Current students can find all the information they need from our online learning environment, Moodle.

Student testimonials

Combining work with part-time study

BSc Computing student Trixi reflects on how combining work with part-time study at Birkbeck helped her get ahead in the tech industry.

The need for diversity in computer science

Being a woman with a newborn in a male-dominated subject didn’t stop Camilla Graham Wood from achieving a first in Computing.

The PhD experience: becoming an independent researcher

Seongil Han completed his PhD in financial data analytics with FinTech. He talks about how Birkbeck enriched the quality of his interdisciplinary research.

Computer and Data Science at Birkbeck

Find out what it's like to study with us and what sorts of things we cover in our courses.

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Meet the team supporting you

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Our staff

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Learning support

Find out about learning support to help you get the most from your studies.

More reasons to choose Birkbeck

Come and meet us

We offer online experience and taster days and a virtual tour, so you can get to know Birkbeck and its staff remotely.

Top reasons to choose Birkbeck

If you have the ability and drive to succeed, find out how Birkbeck’s study options and outstanding support can help you achieve the university education you want.

Student Services

Birkbeck offers a range of services to current students, including disability support, financial support and academic support.

Student funding

Find out more about advice, support and funding opportunities for Birkbeck students at undergraduate, postgraduate and MPhil/PhD levels.

International students

If you're an international student wishing to study at Birkbeck, find out about our entry requirements, English language requirements and how to apply.

How to apply

Find out how to apply for any of our courses, including details about work experience, personal statements and supporting documents.