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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

    Electronics and Computer Science (Master of Philosophy (MPhil))

    University of Westminster 🇬🇧 London, United Kingdom

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  2. Foundation programme

    Computer Aided Engineering (with foundation year) H131

    University of Hull 🇬🇧 Hull, United Kingdom

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  3. Master

    Distributed Computing and e-Science (Option of Computational and Software Techniques in Engineering MSc)

    Cranfield University 🇬🇧 Bedfordshire, United Kingdom

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  4. Master

    Computer and Internet Applications MSc (Master)

    University of Bedfordshire 🇬🇧 Bedford, Putteridge Bury campus, United Kingdom

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  6. Foundation programme

    Computing Year Zero, Foundation, Full-time

    De Montfort University Leicester 🇬🇧 Leicester, United Kingdom

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  7. Bachelor

    Computing, BSc (Hons)

    Teesside University 🇬🇧 Middlesbrough, United Kingdom

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  8. Other programmes

    FdSc Computer Forensics Part Time

    Newcastle College 🇬🇧 Newcastle upon Tyne, United Kingdom

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  9. Master

    MEng Computer Science with, Study in Continental Europe (G401)

    University of Bristol 🇬🇧 Bristol, United Kingdom

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  10. Bachelor

    Computer Science, BSc (Hons) Single, Full-time, Chester

    University of Chester 🇬🇧 Chester, United Kingdom

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  11. Master

    Computer Science (MRes)

    Birkbeck College, University of London 🇬🇧 London, United Kingdom

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  12. Bachelor

    BS in Engineering (Computer Science)

    Global University of Management and Technology 🇬🇧 Grand Turk, United Kingdom

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  13. Bachelor

    Computer Science, BSc, 3 years

    University College London 🇬🇧 London, United Kingdom

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  15. Master

    Computer Systems & Web Based Study (Masters)

    International Technological University 🇬🇧 London United Kingdom, United Kingdom

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  16. Bachelor

    BSc (Hons) Computer Animation

    College of Technology London, Department of Business Studies 🇬🇧 London, United Kingdom

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  17. Bachelor

    Computer Networks (Top-up) - BSc (Hons) full-time

    University of Bolton 🇬🇧 Bolton, United Kingdom

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  18. Master

    Software Engineering - MEng (G650)

    University of Sheffield 🇬🇧 Sheffield, United Kingdom

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  19. Master

    Computer Science, MSc

    Middlesex University 🇬🇧 London, United Kingdom

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  20. Master

    Electronics and Computer Science (Master of Research (MRes))

    University of Westminster 🇬🇧 London, United Kingdom

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  21. Master

    MEng Computer Science and Electronics with, Study Abroad (GH4P)

    University of Bristol 🇬🇧 Bristol, United Kingdom

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  22. Master

    Software Engineering (Advanced), MSc, Full Time

    Kings College London 🇬🇧 London, 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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