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Study Computer Science & Engineering in the United Kingdom

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. Master

    Engineering & Computing Sciences, MPhil

    University of Durham 🇬🇧 Durham, United Kingdom

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  2. Other programmes

    HND Computer Technology (Taught at partner college)

    University of Plymouth 🇬🇧 Plymouth, United Kingdom

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  3. Undergraduate

    Mathematics and Computer Science with Industrial Year MSci, Undergraduate, Joint honours combined, 4 years

    University of Birmingham 🇬🇧 Birmingham, United Kingdom

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  4. Undergraduate

    Computer Science with a Year in Industry, King's College London, First Degree (Undergraduate)

    University of London 🇬🇧 London, United Kingdom

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  6. Master

    Engineering & Computing Sciences, MSc

    University of Durham 🇬🇧 Durham, United Kingdom

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  7. Master

    Financial Computing, MSc (Postgraduate)

    Queen Mary University of London 🇬🇧 London, United Kingdom

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  8. Foundation programme

    Foundation Degree (FdSc) in Computing Science

    Ealing, Hammersmith and West London College (HWLC) 🇬🇧 London, United Kingdom

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  9. Other programmes

    BC1250B, Computing - Web Development (Advanced CSS and Layouts), Level 3 equivalent

    South Cheshire College 🇬🇧 United Kingdom

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  10. Bachelor

    BSc (Hons) Computing & Networks

    University of Abertay Dundee 🇬🇧 Dundee, United Kingdom

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  11. Bachelor

    European Computer Driving Licence (Other Qualification)

    University of the Highlands and Islands, Inverness College 🇬🇧 Inverness, United Kingdom

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  12. Other programmes

    Cloud Computing (Taught Programme)

    University of Aberdeen 🇬🇧 Aberdeen, United Kingdom

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  13. Other programmes

    Engineering Computing Science

    University of Oxford, Oriel College 🇬🇧 Oxford, United Kingdom

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  15. Other programmes

    Mathematics and Computer Science

    University of Oxford, Oriel College 🇬🇧 Oxford, United Kingdom

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  16. Undergraduate

    Philosophy with Computer Science (V5G4) (Undergraduate)

    University of Warwick 🇬🇧 Coventry, United Kingdom

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  17. Master

    Financial Computing, University College London, Master's Degree

    University of London 🇬🇧 London, United Kingdom

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  18. Master

    Human-Computer Interaction, University College London, MPhil

    University of London 🇬🇧 London, United Kingdom

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  19. Master

    Medical Image Computing, University College London, Master's Degree

    University of London 🇬🇧 London, United Kingdom

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  20. PhD / Doctorate

    Computer Science PhD

    The University of Manchester, Manchester Doctoral College 🇬🇧 Manchester, United Kingdom

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  21. Undergraduate

    Mathematics and Computing, Queen Mary, First Degree (Undergraduate)

    University of London 🇬🇧 London, United Kingdom

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  22. Master

    Advanced Computer Science MSc

    University of Huddersfield 🇬🇧 Huddersfield, United Kingdom

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

In the United Kingdom, 187 universities and colleges offer 2,059 Computer Science & Engineering programmes: 721 Bachelor, 552 Master and 55 PhD programmes. Popular study locations are London, Birmingham, Edinburgh and Stoke on Trent, Staffordshire. Institutions with the widest choice: University of London, Staffordshire University and University of Birmingham.

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 2,059 Computer Science & Engineering programmes at 187 institutions in the United Kingdom. Popular cities include London, Birmingham and Edinburgh.

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 Kingdom?

Among the institutions with the most programmes are University of London, Staffordshire University, University of Birmingham, University of Kent and University of Westminster.

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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