Department of Computer Science
In the Department of Computer Science, our international experts are recognized for their contributions in crucial research fields. Whether researching distributed systems, networking, visualization, artificial intelligence, data mining, bioinformatics, software engineering or any other area, we engage students in compelling projects that affect how we live. In addition having faculty members who work within the UK Center for Visualization and Virtual Environments and the Laboratory for Advanced Networking, we maintain a rich partnership with the University of Kentucky Biomedical Informatics Institute.
102
Graduate students
Highest in the college
$93K
Average starting salary
NACE Summer 2023
10
NSF Career Awardees
in department history
574
Undergraduates
Computer Science at the University of Kentucky
New Artificial Intelligence Certificate
Starting Spring 2025, undergraduate students across the University have the opportunity to enroll in the new AI certificate program. The 12-credit certificate offers mostly hands-on, in-person coursework and is open to students from all UK colleges.
The certificate program aims to arm students with the AI literacy necessary in today’s world. Despite popular belief, AI systems do not operate independently and require human participation to reach decisions.
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Molly Leppelmeier - Major in Computer Science
The resources and staff available to me has been so helpful. It really allowed me to accomplish everything in both the athletic world and the academic world.
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Department Recognitions
Opening Positions
Assistant Professor in Computer Science/ Engineering
The Department of Computer Science at the University of Kentucky invites applications for a tenure-eligible, 9-month appointment (Regular Title Series) faculty position to begin August 2025.
Lecturer in Computer Science/ Engineering
The Department of Computer Science at the University of Kentucky invites applications for the position of Lecturer. This position is a non-tenure track faculty position on a renewable one-year contract; appointments are nine-month, renewable with a start date of August 1, 2025.
Lecturer in Computer Science/ Engineering
The Department of Computer Science at the University of Kentucky invites applications for the position of Lecturer. This position is a non-tenure track faculty position on a renewable one-year contract; appointments are nine-month, renewable with a start date of January 1, 2025.