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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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    Computer Science (Study Abroad) MComp Honours (G406)

    Newcastle University 🇬🇧 Newcastle, United Kingdom

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  2. Bachelor

    Computer Science - BSc (G402)

    University of Sheffield 🇬🇧 Sheffield, United Kingdom

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  3. Bachelor

    BSc (Hons) Computing with Foundation Year

    University of Plymouth 🇬🇧 Plymouth, United Kingdom

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  4. Research

    PG Diploma Operational Research and Computer Science, 1 Year, Full-time, Mathematical Sciences

    University of Essex 🇬🇧 Colchester, United Kingdom

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  6. Bachelor

    Computing (PT), Distance Learning & Part Time, BSc

    University of the West of Scotland 🇬🇧 Paisley, Ayr, Dumfries, Hamilton, United Kingdom

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  7. Master

    Introduction to Software Engineering (Masters)

    International Technological University 🇬🇧 London United Kingdom, United Kingdom

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  8. Research

    Computer Science Research (MPhil)

    University of Brighton 🇬🇧 Brighton East Sussex, United Kingdom

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    Computing for Financial Markets (Continuing Professional Development (CPD) course)

    University of Stirling 🇬🇧 Stirling, United Kingdom

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  10. Bachelor

    BSc (Hons) Computer Science

    University of Wolverhampton 🇬🇧 Wolverhampton, United Kingdom

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  11. Bachelor

    BSc Honours Computer Games Development with Foundation

    University of Westminster 🇬🇧 London, United Kingdom

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  12. Bachelor

    BSc Honours Computer Systems Engineering with Foundation

    University of Westminster 🇬🇧 London, United Kingdom

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    Computer Science

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

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  15. Bachelor

    BSc (Hons): Computer Science 3yr | G400

    University of Bath 🇬🇧 Bath, United Kingdom

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    Computing And IT

    Preston College 🇬🇧 Preston, United Kingdom

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  17. Master

    MSc Software Systems Engineering

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

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  18. Bachelor

    Computing HND (Milton Keynes College) (Bachelor)

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

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  19. Research

    Computing Research (MSc)

    University of Dundee 🇬🇧 Dundee, United Kingdom

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  20. Bachelor

    Applied Computing Bournemouth University BSc (Hons) Top-Up (part-time)

    Bridgwater College 🇬🇧 Bridgwater, United Kingdom

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  21. Undergraduate

    Applied Computing Top-up (Undergraduate)

    University of Cumbria 🇬🇧 London, United Kingdom

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  22. Bachelor

    Computer Science and Mathematics (Bachelor)

    Loughborough University 🇬🇧 Loughborough, Leicestershire, 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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