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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

    Computer Security, MSc, Full-time, part-time

    De Montfort University Leicester 🇬🇧 Leicester, United Kingdom

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  2. Bachelor

    Computer Science (Bachelor)

    University of Cambridge 🇬🇧 Cambridge, United Kingdom

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  3. Research

    Computer Science Research, MPhil/PhD, Part Time, Full Time

    Kings College London 🇬🇧 London, United Kingdom

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  4. Master

    Advanced Computer Science with specialisation in Software Technology (Taught Master's Degree)

    Swansea University 🇬🇧 Swansea, United Kingdom

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  6. Diploma

    Applied Computing (PGDip)

    University of Dundee 🇬🇧 Dundee, United Kingdom

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  7. Master

    Computing, CID128, MSc, 60 weeks, Full Time

    University of Sunderland 🇬🇧 Sunderland, United Kingdom

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  8. Bachelor

    BSc (Hons) in Computer Animation and Visualisation

    Liverpool John Moores University 🇬🇧 Liverpool, United Kingdom

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  9. Master

    Advanced Science (Computer Sciences pathway) (Algorithmics) MRes(Full-time)

    University of Liverpool 🇬🇧 Liverpool, United Kingdom

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  10. Foundation programme

    Applied Computing (foundation degree)

    University of Bath 🇬🇧 Bath, United Kingdom

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  11. Other programmes

    Computing (Continuing Education) (Course for adults)

    University of Glasgow 🇬🇧 Glasgow, United Kingdom

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  12. Master

    Web and Cloud Computing - MSc

    Sheffield Hallam University 🇬🇧 Sheffield, United Kingdom

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  13. Bachelor

    Computer Science with Robotics (Bachelor)

    Kings College London 🇬🇧 London, United Kingdom

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  15. Bachelor

    Computer Science (Study Abroad) : BSc Hons

    Lancaster University 🇬🇧 Lancaster, United Kingdom

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  16. Foundation programme

    Introduction to Computing (International Foundation Programme )

    Azad University (IR) in Oxford 🇬🇧 Oxford, United Kingdom

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  17. Scholarship

    Applied Computing (completion award - London Campus) BSc (Hons) (Undergraduate)

    Northumbria University 🇬🇧 Newcastle upon Tyne, United Kingdom

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  18. Bachelor

    Computer Science with Embedded Systems Engineering, BEng, 3 years, Single Subject

    University of York 🇬🇧 York, United Kingdom

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  19. Other programmes

    Introduction to Rhino 3D Modelling Software - CPD Course

    University of the West of England, Bristol 🇬🇧 Bristol, United Kingdom

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  20. Master

    Mobile Computing (online) (MSc, PgD, PgC)

    University of Hertfordshire 🇬🇧 Hatfield, United Kingdom

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  21. Bachelor

    Computer Games Programming, BSc (Hons), Full-time

    De Montfort University Leicester 🇬🇧 Leicester, United Kingdom

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  22. Bachelor

    Computing, G400, BSc (Hons), 3 or 4 Years, Full Time

    University of Sunderland 🇬🇧 Sunderland, 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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