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Study Computer Science & Engineering in the United Arab Emirates

Computer science and computer engineering cover software development, algorithms, data, networks, hardware and artificial intelligence – one of the most sought-after fields of study worldwide.

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  1. Bachelor

    B.Sc. in Software Engineering

    Dubai Aviation College 🇦🇪 Dubai, UAE, United Arab Emirates

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  2. Bachelor

    B.COM WITH COMPUTER APPLICATIONS - 3 YRS.

    Mahatma Gandhi University, Dubai 🇦🇪 Dubai, United Arab Emirates

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  3. Master

    Computer Engineering Department, Master's

    Islamic Azad University (IAU) - Dubai Campus 🇦🇪 Dubai, United Arab Emirates

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  4. Associate

    Associate Degree in Computer Science

    Troy University, Sharjah Campus 🇦🇪 Sharjah, United Arab Emirates

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  6. Major

    Computer Science (Major)

    New York University - Abu Dhabi 🇦🇪 Abu Dhabi, United Arab Emirates, United Arab Emirates

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  7. Bachelor

    Bachelor of Science in Computer Engineering

    Abu Dhabi University 🇦🇪 Abu Dhabi, Al Ain, United Arab Emirates

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  8. Bachelor

    Computer Science BSc(Hons) top-up

    Kingston University 🇦🇪 Surrey, United Arab Emirates

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  9. Master

    Information Technology (Software Engineering) - 1 year MSc (full-time), 2 years (part-time)

    Heriot Watt University, Dubai Campus 🇦🇪 Dubai International Academic City, United Arab Emirates

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  10. Master

    MSc in Computing and Information Science

    Masdar Institute of Science and Technology 🇦🇪 Abu Dhabi, United Arab Emirates

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  11. Associate

    Computer Engineering Department, Associate's

    Islamic Azad University (IAU) - Dubai Campus 🇦🇪 Dubai, United Arab Emirates

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  12. Other programmes

    Electronics Engineering and Computing (Vocational Programme & Top-up Degree)

    Dubai Aviation College 🇦🇪 Dubai, UAE, United Arab Emirates

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  13. Research

    M.Sc. by Research in Engineering (Electrical and Computer)

    Khalifa University of Science, Technology and Research 🇦🇪 Abu Dhabi, United Arab Emirates

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  15. Bachelor

    Bachelor of Science in Computer Science

    Troy University, Sharjah Campus 🇦🇪 Sharjah, United Arab Emirates

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  16. Master

    Master of Science in Computer Engineering

    University of Sharjah 🇦🇪 Sharjah, United Arab Emirates

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  17. Other programmes

    Computer Software Development (Vocational Programme & Top-up Degree)

    Dubai Aviation College 🇦🇪 Dubai, UAE, United Arab Emirates

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  18. Bachelor

    Bachelor of Science degree in Computer Engineering

    American University in Dubai (AUD) 🇦🇪 Dubai, United Arab Emirates

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  19. Bachelor

    B.Sc. in Computer Engineering

    Al Ain University of Science and Technology 🇦🇪 Al Ain,bu Dhabi, United Arab Emirates

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  20. Bachelor

    B.Sc. in Computer Science

    Al Ain University of Science and Technology 🇦🇪 Al Ain,bu Dhabi, United Arab Emirates

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  21. Bachelor

    Bachelor of Computer Science

    University of Wollongong - Dubai Campus 🇦🇪 Dubai, United Arab Emirates

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  22. Bachelor

    Computer Systems - 3 years BSc or 4 years Hons (full-time)

    Heriot Watt University, Dubai Campus 🇦🇪 Dubai International Academic City, United Arab Emirates

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Study Computer Science & Engineering in the United Arab Emirates – facts and figures

In the United Arab Emirates, 24 universities and colleges offer 59 Computer Science & Engineering programmes: 35 Bachelor, 6 Master and 0 PhD programmes. Popular study locations are Surrey, Dubai, Dubai International Academic City and Sharjah. Institutions with the widest choice: Kingston University, University of Sharjah and Islamic Azad University (IAU) - Dubai Campus.

Degrees in Computer Science & Engineering

Bachelor

The first university degree, usually three to four years of full-time study. A Bachelor in Computer Science & Engineering builds the foundations of the field and qualifies for professional work or a Master programme.

Master

A postgraduate degree of one to two years that deepens or specialises your knowledge of Computer Science & Engineering, often with a research project or thesis – and the usual entry ticket to a doctorate.

PhD / Doctorate

The highest academic degree, earned through several years of independent research and a dissertation. Doctoral candidates often work as research or teaching staff at their university.

Frequently asked questions

Where can I study Computer Science & Engineering programmes?

The directory lists 59 Computer Science & Engineering programmes at 24 institutions in the United Arab Emirates. Popular cities include Surrey, Dubai and Dubai International Academic City.

How long does it take to study Computer Science & Engineering?

A Bachelor usually takes 3 to 4 years, a Master 1 to 2 years and a PhD 3 to 5 years of full-time study. Exact durations differ by country and institution.

Which universities offer the most Computer Science & Engineering programmes in the United Arab Emirates?

Among the institutions with the most programmes are Kingston University, University of Sharjah, Islamic Azad University (IAU) - Dubai Campus, Dubai Aviation College and Al Ain University of Science and Technology.

How do I apply?

Open the programme page to go directly to the university. Admission requirements, deadlines and tuition fees are set by each institution, so always check them there.

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