Could i get into research w just a compsci degree??

Lowkey a little late to be asking this since i’ve already sent my application, but would it have been easy for me to go into research in compsci w a maths and computer science degree?? Or am i ok with just the computer science degree?

Hi there 👋
I'm Aura, a rep from the Uni of Staffs.
You’ve absolutely made a great choice with Computer Science! You can definitely go into research with just a Computer Science degree. There are several different routes into research that I have personally seen at the University of Staffordshire. For example, one of our very own Computer Science students recently completed a placement that led directly into AI research for Google DeepMind. Opportunities like that can open the door to postgraduate research or even funded PhD projects.
You can also get involved through roles like Student Demonstrator or Research Assistant, which give you hands-on experience and connect you with academic teams. Many of our lecturers started as students here and went on to do a PhD, often funded, once their research ideas were approved. There are lots of research-specific roles and pathways to explore once you’re here, so you’re definitely on the right track!
In my opinion, sticking to join mathematics and computer science might narrow your options down a little bit. Most CS courses around the UK spend at least 1 module teaching core mathematics to students and others focusing on core topics you might end up wanting to get into research with such as AI, Cyber, Networks and Software. Think about what you will enjoy doing as a degree and what your passions are, you do not want to be stuck in a degree you do not like! If mathematics is your strong suit, go for it, otherwise consider general or specialised pathways.
At the end of the day, you can do an internship, placement or even graduate role carrying into research, or just going straight into a master's degree. The world is your limit. I recommend researching into companies that have done these in the past as they often continue these programs. Examples may include IBM (great in the Quantum space), Microsoft (mixed including cyber), HP (seen cryptography in the past) and Google (usually AI based.) If you prefer research that is mathematics-focused and instead applies computing concepts such as data science and analytics to the research, you may be more suited to a joint degree.
I hope this has been of use. Let me know if you require any further clarification!
Aura (Uni of Staffs Rep)