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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 Computer Engineering

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

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  2. Bachelor

    Bachelor of Science in Computer Science

    Ittihad University 🇦🇪 Ras Al Khaimah (R.A.K.), United Arab Emirates

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  3. Bachelor

    Bachelor of Science in Computer Science (BSc)

    Murdoch University International Centre Dubai 🇦🇪 Dubai International Academic City, United Arab Emirates

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  4. Other programmes

    ECE, Electrical and Computer Engineering

    Michigan State University, Dubai (MSU Dubai) 🇦🇪 Dubai International Academic City, United Arab Emirates

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  6. Other programmes

    CSE, Computer Science and Engineering

    Michigan State University, Dubai (MSU Dubai) 🇦🇪 Dubai International Academic City, United Arab Emirates

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  7. Postgraduate

    Computing and Information Systems, Postgraduate course

    Kingston University 🇦🇪 Surrey, United Arab Emirates

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  8. Undergraduate

    Software Development (Undergraduate)

    United Arab Emirates University (UAEU) 🇦🇪 Al-Ain, United Arab Emirates

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  9. Foundation programme

    Computing and Mathematics foundation year

    Kingston University 🇦🇪 Surrey, United Arab Emirates

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  10. Other programmes

    Software Engineering MComp single honours

    Kingston University 🇦🇪 Surrey, United Arab Emirates

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  11. Master

    MSc in Computing and Information Science

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

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  12. Bachelor

    Software Engineering BSc(Hons) single honours

    Kingston University 🇦🇪 Surrey, United Arab Emirates

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  13. Bachelor

    Computer Science BSc(Hons) single honours

    Kingston University 🇦🇪 Surrey, United Arab Emirates

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  15. Bachelor

    Computer Science (Games Programming) BSc(Hons) single honours

    Kingston University 🇦🇪 Surrey, United Arab Emirates

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  16. Bachelor

    Computing Studies BSc

    Kingston University 🇦🇪 Surrey, United Arab Emirates

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  17. Bachelor

    Mobile Computing BSc(Hons) single honours

    Kingston University 🇦🇪 Surrey, United Arab Emirates

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  18. Bachelor

    Computing BSc(Hons) joint honours only

    Kingston University 🇦🇪 Surrey, United Arab Emirates

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  19. Other programmes

    Computing

    Kingston University 🇦🇪 Surrey, United Arab Emirates

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  20. Undergraduate

    Computing (Undergraduate)

    Kingston University 🇦🇪 Surrey, United Arab Emirates

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  21. Other programmes

    Computing HND

    Kingston University 🇦🇪 Surrey, 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?

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