Informatics - MInf

The University of Edinburgh

Our flagship MInf degree is an integrated programme that earns you a Masters level qualification over five years.You will gain a range of experience across all areas of informatics and be able to study your chosen specialist area in-depth at Masters level.

Years 1, 2 and 3 are similar to our BSc and BEng programmes and provide a firm foundation for advanced study in informatics. You will cover a diverse range of topics, including the areas of: computer science artificial intelligence cognitive sciencePlus computational links to: linguistics neuroscience psychology biologyYears 4 and 5 will consist of specialised course choices and a personal project.In Year 5, you will be able to access a wide range of Masters-level courses delivered by leaders in their fields.

You do not need to have taken Computer Science or learned programming as all students are taught computation from a common starting point. You need to have taken mathematics, as enthusiasm for mathematics is key to being successful in our programmes.

Tailor your experience to your interests and be in control of your learning: choose from a wide range of courses, from the theoretical to those that let you apply what you learn. Gain a degree that opens doors in most industries: our graduates are in high demand not only within the growing technology sector but across a wide range of organisations where Informatics graduates are highly valued. Benefit from research-driven teaching by internationally leading academics. Take advantage of our strong links to industry with local, national and global contacts. Student societies based in our School host industry events, monthly student tech meetups, regular workshops and hackathons. Study in Edinburgh, a city regularly voted among the UK’s top student cities (Top 2 in the UK, QS Best Student Cities 2024). We are the largest Informatics department in Europe. You will be part of a large, vibrant community of students and staff from over 100 countries.