MEng (Hons) Computer Science with Artificial Intelligence (with a year in industry)

At York, learning goes far beyond lectures and textbooks. In the MEng Computer Science with Artificial Intelligence (with a year in industry) program, you’ll get plenty of hands-on experience, working on real-world projects, exploring cutting-edge AI tools, and seeing your ideas come to life in professional-grade labs. The program is designed so you can learn by doing, whether that’s coding intelligent systems, testing hardware, or collaborating on group projects.

Here’s how you’ll get practical experience:

• State-of-the-Art Software Labs – Work with the latest programming and AI tools in fully equipped labs, perfect for developing software and testing intelligent systems.

• Hardware Labs – Explore electronics and robotics with advanced equipment to build, experiment, and innovate.

• Collaborative Workspaces – Social learning areas are open 24/7, ideal for group projects, hackathons, or student society meetings.

• Campus-Wide Computer Labs – Over 600 PCs and 60+ Macs, running both Windows and Linux, give you flexibility to work in different computing environments.

• Research Centres – Get involved with cutting-edge AI research through the Centre for Assuring Autonomy and the Institute for Safe Autonomy.

• Industry Placement Support – A dedicated team helps you secure your year in industry, giving you invaluable real-world experience.

• Industry-Linked Curriculum – Modules and projects are shaped by the Industrial Advisory Board, so what you learn matches what employers are looking for.

All of these resources are designed to help you gain practical skills, build confidence, and get ready for a successful career in AI and computer science.

Graduating from the MEng Computer Science with AI at York opens the door to an exciting range of tech careers. With strong skills in artificial intelligence, machine learning, and intelligent systems, York graduates often step into roles such as:

• AI Research Scientist

• Machine Learning Engineer

• Data Scientist

• Software Developer

York supports your career journey every step of the way:

• Dedicated Industry Placement Support – The Department of Computer Science helps you secure a year-long industrial placement, giving you hands-on experience and making you highly employable.

• Strong Industry Connections – The curriculum is shaped with guidance from the Industrial Advisory Board, so you’re learning skills that employers actually need.

• Cutting-Edge Research Opportunities – Get involved in pioneering projects through centres like the Centre for Assuring Autonomy and the Institute for Safe Autonomy, working on AI safety and robotics.

• High Employability – York graduates are in demand, often moving into top tech roles with competitive salaries.

• Long-Term Accreditation Value – The MEng is an integrated master’s degree, giving you advanced qualifications recognized by industry and professional bodies.

Further Academic Progression:

After completing your MEng, you could take your studies even further. Many graduates choose to pursue postgraduate degrees, such as an MSc in Artificial Intelligence at York, which builds on the skills you’ve developed in coding, data analysis, and AI techniques. There are also opportunities to engage in postgraduate research in areas like machine learning, autonomous systems, and robotics, often in collaboration with industry partners, helping you stay at the cutting edge of technology.