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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.

  • 2,059 programmes
  • 187 institutions
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  1. Master

    Computing Science (MSc)

    University of Glasgow 🇬🇧 Glasgow, United Kingdom

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  2. Other programmes

    Advanced Computing (Continuing Professional Development (CPD) course)

    University of Stirling 🇬🇧 Stirling, United Kingdom

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  3. Master

    Advanced Science (Computer Sciences pathway) (Artificial Intelligence) MRes

    University of Liverpool 🇬🇧 Liverpool, United Kingdom

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  4. PhD / Doctorate

    Computer Science (PhD)

    University of Sheffield 🇬🇧 Sheffield, United Kingdom

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  6. Postgraduate

    Advanced Computing (Postgraduate)

    Imperial College London 🇬🇧 London, United Kingdom

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  7. Master

    Computer Networks (Masters)

    International Technological University 🇬🇧 London United Kingdom, United Kingdom

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  8. Bachelor

    Computing - BSc (Hons) / HND

    Cardiff Metropolitan University 🇬🇧 Cardiff, United Kingdom

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  9. Master

    Software Engineering Swe - MEng - Full-time

    Napier University 🇬🇧 Edinburgh, United Kingdom

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  10. Master

    Advanced Computer Science, MSc

    Newcastle University 🇬🇧 Newcastle, United Kingdom

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  11. Master

    Computer Networking Principles and Practice (MSc, PgD, PgC)

    University of Hertfordshire 🇬🇧 Hatfield, United Kingdom

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  12. Foundation programme

    Foundation Year in Computing

    Goldsmiths University of London 🇬🇧 London, United Kingdom

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  13. Scholarship

    School of Computing Scholarships (Scholarship for International Postgraduate Students)

    University of Kent 🇬🇧 Kent, Canterbury, United Kingdom

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  15. Master

    Software Engineering MSc

    City University London 🇬🇧 London, United Kingdom

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  16. Other programmes

    Applied Computing (progression route)

    University Campus Suffolk 🇬🇧 Ipswich, United Kingdom

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  17. Master

    Computer Science (MEng)

    University of Hertfordshire 🇬🇧 Hatfield, United Kingdom

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  18. Master

    MEng Mathematics and Computer Science (GG1K)

    University of Bristol 🇬🇧 Bristol, United Kingdom

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  19. Master

    Computer Aided Engineering, MEng(Hons)

    University of Central Lancashire 🇬🇧 Preston, United Kingdom

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  20. Master

    Computer Networks Engineering (BEng (Hons) / MEng)

    University of Northampton 🇬🇧 Northampton, United Kingdom

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  21. Bachelor

    BEng (Hons): Computers Systems Engineering | GH46

    University of Bath 🇬🇧 Bath, United Kingdom

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  22. Bachelor

    Computer Hardware and Software Engineering BEng (Hons) degree, 3 years full-time, 4 years sandwich or study abroad, Code:GG56

    Coventry University 🇬🇧 Coventry, 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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