Department of Computer Science, University of Oxford

What would happen if AI were human? Professor Sir Nigel Shadbolt will explore the many dimensions of response to this question on Wednesday 25 February 2026. Professor Sir Nigel Shadbolt will be speaking at the Kellogg College hub for the event 'AI if Human: The Ethics, Regulation and Governance of AI', chaired by President of Kellogg College, Professor Jonathan Michie. This event is part of Kellogg College's annual Bletchley Park Week (22-27 February), a programme of events celebrating a partnership between Kellogg College, University of Oxford and Bletchley Park. The event is free and open to everyone. For more information and registration details: https://lnkd.in/eCre9XqD 

Congratulations to Royal Society Research Fellow Ján Pich, who has been awarded a prestigious European Research Council (ERC) Consolidator Grant for his project ProCom, which tackles foundational questions in computational complexity and mathematical logic. Ján is one of only five researchers at Oxford – and among just 11.2% of applicants Europe-wide – to receive funding in this highly competitive call. Consolidator Grants support outstanding mid-career researchers in building research teams and advancing ambitious scientific ideas. The awards are funded by the EU’s Horizon Europe programme and provide around €2 million over five years. Image description: A dark blue graphic with a bright blue box on it with text reading '‘I am fascinated by the possibility of the existence of a simple algorithm automating (perhaps even without using a computer) difficult tasks, such as proving mathematical theorems and shedding light on the very nature of creativity.’ Senior Researcher Ján Pich’. To the left of the text there is a circular picture of Senior Researcher Ján Pich. Beneath this, there are bright blue lines with dots attached that looks like a circuit board. At the bottom of the graphic there is white text reading '@compscioxford #CompSciOxford’.

We're hiring for the role of Oxford AI Research Group Programme Manager, to help run the Oxford Applied and Theoretical Machine Learning group, working with Professor Yarin Gal. The Programme Manager will be responsible for the operations of the research group, and will promote and build its global reputation. We are a Living Wage Employer, and we hold an Athena Swan Bronze Award for our work towards gender equality, a Race Equality Charter Bronze Award, and an HR Excellence in Research Award. The role is a full time fixed-term contract up to 12 months with possible extension. The salary is Grade 8: £49,119 - £58,265 per annum inclusive of Oxford University weighting. The application deadline is 12:00 13 February 2026. For details and applications: https://lnkd.in/epZ9ZsWS Image description: A salmon pink graphic with the Department of Computer Science logo at the top left and text reading 'We’re hiring: Oxford AI Research Group Programme Manager. Full time fixed-term contract up to 12 months with possible extension. Grade 8: £49,119 - £58,265 per annum inclusive of Oxford University weighting. Application Deadline: 12:00 13 February 2026. @compscioxford #CompSciOxford'. There are also lines and dots pointing to the text that look like a computer board. #Recruiting #OxfordRecruitment

Professor Michael Wooldridge spoke with The Institute of Art and Ideas in September 2023 about all things artificial intelligence, and it is interesting how much is still true today, even in such a fast-changing field. In the interview Mike discussed the exciting advances and potential of AI tools such as ChatGPT and considered some of the hardest challenges for AI development such as the physical world for robotic AI. The interview also explored what it will take for machines to achieve higher-order reasoning, the challenges and ethical consequences that come with this pursuit, and what these developments mean for the future of AI and society at large. Watch the full interview: https://lnkd.in/eE859c4r 

Are you looking for the next step in your career in AI, software engineering, or security? Gain the Oxford edge and bridge technical expertise and business leadership with our new MSc in AI for Business. Don’t miss your chance to learn part-time and flexibly around the demands of your work — the deadline to apply is this Thursday, 8 January. Delivered with Saïd Business School, University of Oxford it’s a unique, career-boosting learning opportunity. Places are limited.     Find out more and apply now: https://lnkd.in/eDD3WXWW     Image description: A woman smiles in front of an Oxford skyline. The text reads 'MSc AI for Business' and ‘part-time & flexible’ with a strapline 'The Oxford AI edge: world-leading knowledge and skills'.

It is now less than a month until we will be joined by Ion Stoica, Professor in the Electrical Engineering and Computer Science Department at University of California, Berkeley, for the Hilary term Strachey Lecture. The talk ‘An AI stack: from scaling AI workloads to evaluating LLMs’, will take place at 15:00 on Tuesday 3 February in the Oxford University Museum of Natural History. Director of the Sky Computing Lab and the Executive Chairman and co-founder of Databricks and Anyscale, Professor Stoica's current research focuses on AI systems and cloud computing. His work includes open-source projects vLLM, SGLang, Chatbot Arena, SkyPilot, Ray and Apache Spark.   Make sure to book your ticket in advance: https://lnkd.in/ek8pvPDu The Strachey Lectures are generously supported by OxFORD Asset Management LLP, who will be on site to discuss networking opportunity and even supply some doughnuts. #CompSciOxford #OxStracheyLec Image description: A grey-blue background with text reading ‘Strachey Lecture: ‘An AI stack: from scaling AI workloads to evaluating LLMs’ delivered by Professor Ion Stoica, University of California, Berkeley. Date and time: 3 February 2026 15:00 Location: Oxford University Museum of Natural History. The Strachey Lectures are generously supported by OxFORD Asset Management’. There is a logo for OxFORD Asset Management at the bottom of the graphic. On the left of the graphic there are dark blue dots and lines that look like a computer board, and on the right of the graphic there is a circular photograph of Professor Ion Stoica.

It’s not just a new year, it’s a new opportunity for software engineering, AI and security leaders to enhance strategy, innovation and operations – and boost rapid career progression. Join us to get the Oxford edge flexibly and part-time around the demands of your work. Our MSc AI for Business is delivered in partnership with Saïd Business School, University of Oxford, giving an unrivalled range of learning options. Be part of the first cohort, apply by 8 January to start in October 2026: https://lnkd.in/eVcp5pet   Image description: An image of a woman wearing a cream blazer and blue and white top, smiling hopefully into the distance. There is text in blue boxes on the left reading 'New year, new opportunities’ and ‘MSc AI for Business’, beneath this there is text reading ‘Join the first cohort’ ‘Apply by 8 January’. The background is a blurry pale room with yellow lights, and there are connected blue dots and lines that looks like a computer board.

Want to know what life could be like for you at Oxford? We spoke to students that have taken part in our UNIQ summer school to hear about their experience. UNIQ is a free programme open to UK state school students. The programme helps students prepare for university and explore subjects that interest them, whilst experiencing life at Oxford. Applications are currently open and close on 13 January 2026, so learn more about the programme and how to apply: https://www.uniq.ox.ac.uk/ Video description: A video of young people talking to camera one by one about their experience on the UNIQ programme. The students are stood in front of a window and white wall. #UNIQ #compscioxford

We’re looking forward to seeing our alumna Anne-Marie Imafidon (Dr A-Marie I.) on the University Challenge Christmas Special, airing on Christmas Eve. She’ll be representing Keble College, Oxford as part of the alumni team in this festive edition of the quiz. Anne-Marie is a renowned advocate for women in STEM and the co-founder and CEO of Stemettes. You can watch the episode here: https://lnkd.in/e8cG_5Jm Best of luck to the Keble team!

The MSc AI for Business provides the practical, business-focused skills and cutting-edge knowledge needed to develop, implement, and manage AI systems that drive value in organisations. In partnership with Saïd Business School, University of Oxford we’re offering a unique range of flexible, part-time modules to meet the needs of leaders in fast-moving industries. Be part of the first cohort, apply by 8 January to start in October 2026: https://lnkd.in/eVcp5pet  Image description: An image of a man wearing a smart blue jumper and white collar, looking hopefully off into the distance. There is text in blue boxes on the left reading 'Technical expert and strategic leader’ and ‘MSc AI for Business’, beneath this there is white text reading ‘Join the first cohort’ ‘Apply by 8 January’. The background is a blurry brown-beige wall, and there are connected blue dots and lines that looks like a computer board.