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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. PhD / Doctorate

    Computing (Maritime and Technology - Doctor of Philosophy (PhD))

    Southampton Solent University 🇬🇧 Southampton, Hampshire, United Kingdom

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  2. Master

    Computing - MRes, 1 yea rFull Time2 years Part Time

    Edge Hill University 🇬🇧 Lancashire, United Kingdom

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  3. Diploma

    Graduate Diploma Computer Science with English for Academic Purposes, 1 Year, Full-time, International Academy

    University of Essex 🇬🇧 Colchester, United Kingdom

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  4. Bachelor

    BEng Computers with Electronics (Including Year Abroad), 4 Years, Full-time, Computer Science and Electronic Engineering (School of), GH4Q

    University of Essex 🇬🇧 Colchester, United Kingdom

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  6. Diploma

    Computer Aided Engineering, BTEC HNDFullTime - 2 years PartTime - 3 years

    London South Bank University 🇬🇧 London, United Kingdom

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  7. Bachelor

    Computer Science BSc (Hons) (Foundation) (4 year route with Carmel College)

    University of Liverpool 🇬🇧 Liverpool, United Kingdom

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  8. Master

    Computer Science | DPhil, MSc (R), MSc

    University of Oxford 🇬🇧 Oxford United Kingdom, United Kingdom

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  9. Diploma

    Computing OCNSWR Access to Higher Education Diploma

    Cornwall College 🇬🇧 Redruth, United Kingdom

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  10. Research

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

    University of Essex 🇬🇧 Colchester, United Kingdom

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  11. Other programmes

    Further Mathematics & Computer Science

    Finance, University of Reading 🇬🇧 Reading, United Kingdom

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  12. Bachelor

    BEng Honours Software Engineering with Foundation

    University of Westminster 🇬🇧 London, United Kingdom

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  13. Bachelor

    BSc Honours Computer Network Security with Foundation

    University of Westminster 🇬🇧 London, United Kingdom

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  15. Bachelor

    Computer Games Development (Bachelors)

    Queen`s University of Belfast 🇬🇧 Belfast, Northern Ireland, United Kingdom

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  16. Research

    Electronic and Computer Engineering (Research)

    University of Portsmouth 🇬🇧 Portsmouth, Hampshire, United Kingdom

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  17. Diploma

    ICT & Computing - BTEC Level 1 Diploma for IT Users (ITQ)

    Bexley College 🇬🇧 Kent, United Kingdom

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  18. Certificate

    Undergraduate Certificate of Higher Education Computer Networking

    University of Wolverhampton 🇬🇧 Wolverhampton, United Kingdom

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  19. Research

    Computing AQA GCE AS-level

    Cornwall College 🇬🇧 Redruth, United Kingdom

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  20. Diploma

    Computing Science (Diploma of Higher Education)

    University of Stirling 🇬🇧 Stirling, United Kingdom

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  21. Master

    Computer Network Security, MSc

    University of Greenwich 🇬🇧 London, United Kingdom

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  22. Bachelor

    Mobile Software Engineering (Bachelor)

    University of Glasgow 🇬🇧 Glasgow, 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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