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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. Certificate

    Software Systems and Internet Technology - MSc/Diploma/Certificate

    University of Sheffield 🇬🇧 Sheffield, United Kingdom

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  2. PhD / Doctorate

    Computer Science (CDT) PhD (2014 entry)

    University of Manchester 🇬🇧 Manchester, United Kingdom

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  3. Master

    BEng/MEng Computer Science with Foundation Year | H008 | 4/5 years

    University of Southampton 🇬🇧 Southampton, United Kingdom

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  4. Certificate

    Computing HNC (HNs)

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

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  6. Master

    Agile Software Engineering Techniques - MSc

    University of Leicester 🇬🇧 Leicester, United Kingdom

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  7. Master

    Advanced Science (Computer Sciences Pathway - Artificial Intelligence)MSc (Full-time)

    University of Liverpool 🇬🇧 Liverpool, United Kingdom

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  8. Bachelor

    Computer Science & Electronics (BEng)

    University of Edinburgh 🇬🇧 Edinburgh, United Kingdom

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  9. Foundation programme

    Computer Aided Engineering - Foundation Degree (FdEng)

    Runshaw College 🇬🇧 Leyland, United Kingdom

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  10. PhD / Doctorate

    (City & Guilds)(Sandbach Boys School)FB1007B, Accounts - Computerised, Level 1

    South Cheshire College 🇬🇧 United Kingdom

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  11. Master

    Advanced MSc (one-year full time) in Internet Computing and Networking

    Loughborough University 🇬🇧 Loughborough, Leicestershire, United Kingdom

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  12. Master

    Advanced Science (Computer Sciences pathway) (Artificial Intelligence)MRes (Full-time)

    University of Liverpool 🇬🇧 Liverpool, United Kingdom

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  13. Bachelor

    H650 Electrical and Electronic Engineering (Computer and Internet Engineering), 4 years BEng (Hons)

    Heriot Watt University 🇬🇧 Edinburgh, United Kingdom

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  15. Master

    Software Engineering (MSc)

    Aston University 🇬🇧 Birmingham, United Kingdom

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  16. PhD / Doctorate

    Computer Science : MPhil/PhD

    Lancaster University 🇬🇧 Lancaster, United Kingdom

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  17. Master

    Digital Signal and Image Processing (Option of Computational and Software Techniques in Engineering MSc)

    Cranfield University 🇬🇧 Bedfordshire, United Kingdom

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  18. Bachelor

    BEng (Hons): Computers Systems Engineering | GHK6

    University of Bath 🇬🇧 Bath, United Kingdom

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  19. Master

    Computing for Financial Markets (Taught Masters)

    University of Stirling 🇬🇧 Stirling, United Kingdom

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  20. Bachelor

    Applied Computing Part-time BSc(Hons)

    Staffordshire University 🇬🇧 Stoke on Trent, Staffordshire, United Kingdom

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  21. Bachelor

    G700 Computer Science (Artificial Intelligence), 4 years BSc (Hons)

    Heriot Watt University 🇬🇧 Edinburgh, United Kingdom

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  22. Bachelor

    Computing - BSc (Hons), 3 yearsFull Time4 yearsSandwich

    Edge Hill University 🇬🇧 Lancashire, 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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