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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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  • 187 institutions
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  1. Bachelor

    Computer Science (Bachelor)

    Keele University 🇬🇧 Keele, Staffordshire, United Kingdom

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  2. PhD / Doctorate

    Computer Science, Integrated PhD

    Newcastle University 🇬🇧 Newcastle, United Kingdom

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  3. Master

    Computer Networking MSc (Master)

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

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  4. Bachelor

    Computer Science with Foundation, BSc

    University of Durham 🇬🇧 Durham, United Kingdom

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  6. Master

    Mathematical Modelling & Scientific Computing | MSc

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

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  7. Bachelor

    BSc (Hons) Computer Science (Software Engineering)

    University of Wolverhampton 🇬🇧 Wolverhampton, United Kingdom

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  8. Master

    Computer Networking, MEng

    University of Greenwich 🇬🇧 London, United Kingdom

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  9. Certificate

    MSc, PgDip, PgCert, Wireless and Mobile Computing (Postgraduate course)

    Liverpool John Moores University 🇬🇧 Liverpool, United Kingdom

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  10. Bachelor

    Software Engineering BSc (Hons)

    Bournemouth University 🇬🇧 Poole Dorset, United Kingdom

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  11. Foundation programme

    Computing (Foundation Degree) (Undergraduate)

    Canterbury Christ Church University 🇬🇧 Kent , Canterbury, United Kingdom

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  12. Diploma

    Diploma in Computer Science

    London Research Academy (LRA) 🇬🇧 London, United Kingdom

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  13. PhD / Doctorate

    Software Systems Engineering (PhD)

    Department of Information Security, University College London 🇬🇧 Ipswich, United Kingdom

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  15. Bachelor

    BEng Honours Computer Systems Engineering with Foundation

    University of Westminster 🇬🇧 London, United Kingdom

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  16. Bachelor

    BSc Mathematics with Computing (Including Year Abroad), 4 Years, Full-time, Mathematical Sciences, G1G4

    University of Essex 🇬🇧 Colchester, United Kingdom

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  17. Bachelor

    Computer Games Animation, BA (Hons)

    Teesside University 🇬🇧 Middlesbrough, United Kingdom

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  18. Certificate

    Computer Science Online Study MSc, Postgraduate Certificate (PgC), Postgraduate Diploma (PgD)

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

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  19. Research

    Computer Science (Research)

    University of Strathclyde 🇬🇧 Glasgow, United Kingdom

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  20. Bachelor

    Computer Science/Mathematics (Equal) (with a year in industry), BSc, 4 years, Equal

    University of York 🇬🇧 York, United Kingdom

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  21. Bachelor

    Computer Systems Engineering (Top-Up), G602, BSc (Hons), 1 Year, Full Time

    University of Sunderland 🇬🇧 Sunderland, United Kingdom

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  22. Master

    MSc Computer Networks

    Swansea Metropolitan University 🇬🇧 Swansea, 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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