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Department of Computer Science at the University of Oxford, sharing news on our outstanding research across a broad spectrum of computer science #CompSciOxford
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DPhil student Kelsey Doerksen researched disaster preparedness using satellite data with AI algorithms. Listen to what she has to say about her experience on the course, including why our research environment is so important.
Apply here:
www.ox.ac.uk/admissions/g... @graduate.ox.ac.uk
November 25, 2025 at 1:53 PM
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Join Prof Blanca Rodriguez & Novo Nordisk’s Dr Mishal Patel for a fireside chat on AI in medical research & pharma R&D, with drinks & networking. Part of Saïd Business School’s distinguished speaker series.
3 Dec 6.00-7.30pm
Park End Street
Open to all 18+
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Dr. Mishal Patel, Novo Nordisk in conversation with Prof. Blanca Rodriguez
Distinguished Speaker Seminar Series.
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November 25, 2025 at 11:47 AM
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Merry Oxmas! Christmas really does come early at Oxford - on 25 November to be precise, exactly one month before Christmas Day. Festivities take place across the University so we can celebrate with students during term time. Our department mascot RobOx has been getting into the spirit.
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November 25, 2025 at 8:03 AM
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Is CompSci merch on your wish list? If so, you’re in luck, The College Store is currently running a Green Friday discount. Use code GREENDEPT20 for 20% off our department merch. Make sure you use the code before Monday 1 December to get your favourite items.

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November 24, 2025 at 5:42 PM
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Why choose Oxford to study an MSc in Advanced Computer Science?
1. Our great history
2. Oxford is a tech hub
3. We've been ranked number one in the world to study Computer Science for 7 years in a row
4. Our small cohorts
5. The flexibility of the course
Learn more: www.youtube.com/watch?v=YUHR...
MSc in Advanced Computer Science academic overview
YouTube video by CompSciOxford
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November 24, 2025 at 3:25 PM
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DPhil student & MPLS Outstanding Student ED&I Champion 2025, Emma McMillian, has shared her thoughts on the importance of empowering young people to get into computer science for World Children’s Day. @reubencollege.bsky.social @mplsoxford.bsky.social
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November 20, 2025 at 2:13 PM
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Oxford’s new MSc in AI for Business brings together the Department of Computer Science and Saïd Business School to unite world-leading technical and strategic expertise. A flexible, part-time degree for professionals driving AI innovation. Apply by Jan 2026 www.cs.ox.ac.uk/pmp/study/ai...
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November 18, 2025 at 9:16 AM
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Do you want to study an MSc in Advanced Computer Science at the University of Oxford? If so, make sure that you get your applications in by 12:00 midday UK time on Thursday 8 January 2026.

Find out more: www.cs.ox.ac.uk/admissions/g...

#CompSciOxford #StudyAtOxford #OxfordUni
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November 14, 2025 at 12:26 PM
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Do you want to study a DPhil (PhD) in Computer Science at the University of Oxford? If so, make sure to apply by 12:00 midday UK time on Tuesday 2 December 2025.

Learn more about the course & how to apply here: www.ox.ac.uk/admissions/g...

#CompSciOxford #StudyAtOxford #OxfordUni #ComputerScience
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November 13, 2025 at 5:26 PM
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Recruiting:
We're hiring a Research Associate on Mathematical and Computational Foundations of AI, to join the EPSRC-funded Erlangen AI Hub @erlangenai.bsky.social.

Details & applications: my.corehr.com/pls/uoxrecru...

#Recruiting #OxfordRecruitment
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November 13, 2025 at 10:41 AM
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Professor Sir Nigel Shadbolt, Principal of @jesusoxford.bsky.social, has been appointed Chair of AI@Oxford Research – a new role to champion and coordinate Oxford’s world-class AI research.

Find out more: www.cs.ox.ac.uk/news/2495-fu...
Professor Sir Nigel Shadbolt appointed Chair of AI@Oxford Research
Professor Sir Nigel Shadbolt, has been appointed Chair of AI@Oxford Research, a new role to champion and coordinate Oxford’s world-class research in AI
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November 12, 2025 at 5:03 PM
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Computer Science may not always be the first field associated with science, but did you know it plays a crucial role across the scientific spectrum? We work with researchers in Biology, Physics, Engineering, Earth Sciences and more! #WorldScienceDay #ComputerScience #CompSciOxford
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November 10, 2025 at 9:36 AM
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For World Radiography Day we’re celebrating the work of Professor Irina Voiculescu and collaborators, whose work at MIUA 2025 shows how a simple scribble can guide accurate organ segmentation in MRI – easing the burden on clinical experts.
www.cs.ox.ac.uk/news/2472-fu...
Visualisation of the scribble spreading algorithm showing the scribbles turning into coloured segments in the MRI.
November 8, 2025 at 9:41 AM
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Professor Ani Calinescu will be the keynote speaker at the ICAIF 2025 Women in AI and Finance Workshop on 16 Nov (12:30 – 14:00, Singapore). Alongside the keynote, there will be two Table Discussions, & networking opportunities.

Registrations are open: icaif25.org/registration/
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November 6, 2025 at 4:58 PM
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Are you a new undergraduate in the department? If so, these books are for you! Our very helpful Librarian Aza pulled out these core textbooks for our UG courses. They are all available in our department Library (Room 240 Wolfson Building). 📚 Happy reading! 📖
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November 3, 2025 at 1:51 PM
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The Michaelmas term Strachey Lecture is now available to watch on YouTube.

‘Advances in Garbled Circuits’ by Professor Rafail Ostrovsky: www.youtube.com/watch?v=qmGf...

The Strachey Lectures are generously supported by OxFORD Asset Management. #CompSciOxford #OxStracheyLec
Strachey Lecture: Advances in Garbled Circuits
YouTube video by CompSciOxford
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October 31, 2025 at 8:13 AM
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Can you decode our binary code message? Let us know in the comments what we’ve written if you can work it out. Happy World Coding Day!

#CompSciOxford #WorldCodingDay #code #binarycode #binarycodemessage
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October 29, 2025 at 9:03 AM
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Reuben Binns @rdbinns.bsky.social is now Co-Director of the Responsible Technology Institute. His work spans data protection, algorithmic accountability, & tech governance. He joins Marina Jirotka @marenka.bsky.social in leading the internationally recognised centre. www.cs.ox.ac.uk/news/2493-fu...
Reuben Binns appointed Co-Director of the Responsible Technology Institute
He joins Professor Marina Jirotka, Institute Director, in leading the internationally recognised centre of excellence focused on responsible technology
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October 24, 2025 at 12:44 PM
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An Oxford team placed 3rd in this year’s UK and Ireland Programming Contest, solving 12 of 13 problems in 1051 minutes, with another Oxford team placing 5th. Top Oxford teams head to the Northwestern European Regional Contest next. www.cs.ox.ac.uk/news/2492-fu...
Oxford Computer Science students take third place in UK & Ireland Programming Contest
The contest is part of the International Collegiate Programming Contest series
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October 24, 2025 at 7:12 AM
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Professor Michael Wooldridge will be giving a keynote at the sold-out Liverpool AI Summit this week. Professor Wooldridge will join leading voices from across the UK to explore the role of AI in regional innovation and growth. Find out more: www.liverpoolcityregion-ca.gov.uk/ai-summit
AI Summit | Liverpool City Region Combined Authority
Bringing together leading thinks and practitioners from the UK and beyond, the summit will advance the national debate on Artificial Intelligence in a city region determined to become a global leader ...
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October 22, 2025 at 8:49 AM
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Good luck to everyone sitting the Mathematical Admissions Test this week! Remember our three top tips for keeping your cool in an exam: manage your time, read through longer questions before starting them and take a breath. www.youtube.com/watch?v=1oda... #maths #mat #MathematicalAdmissionsTest
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October 22, 2025 at 8:31 AM
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How many times have you said ‘You know what I mean’ after you misspoke? DPhil student Tiffany Horter explained that we need AI that can handle 'slips of the tongue and still deliver’ in the new DPhil the Future article ‘Why We Need Fallible Humans in AI Alignment’. www.cs.ox.ac.uk/news/2491-fu...
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October 20, 2025 at 8:48 AM
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Wishing a happy Diwali to everybody celebrating! 🪔
#Diwali #CompSciOxford
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October 20, 2025 at 8:32 AM
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Our Masterclasses in Computer Science are open for nominations and will close on 24 Oct. Students must be nominated by a teacher before completing an application.

Learn more about the Masterclasses and how to apply: www.cs.ox.ac.uk/masterclasses/
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October 16, 2025 at 3:34 PM
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It is less than 1 week until our online Graduate Open Day for our master’s & DPhil/PhD courses (21 October). Make sure to sign up if you're interested!

Expect:
-introduction to the department
-overview of our MSc & DPhil
-Q&A

Register: events.teams.microsoft.com/event/859615...
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October 16, 2025 at 9:35 AM