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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. Bachelor

    BSc (Hons) Computer Game Development

    Glyndwr University 🇬🇧 Wrexham, United Kingdom

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  2. PhD / Doctorate

    Integrated PhD Computer Science/Electrical Engineering/Electronic Engineering (MPhil)

    University of Southampton 🇬🇧 Southampton, United Kingdom

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  3. Diploma

    Access to HE: Diploma in Computing

    Croydon College 🇬🇧 Croydon, United Kingdom

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  4. Certificate

    Advanced Computing, MSc, Postgraduate Certificate (PgC), Postgraduate Diploma (PgD), Distance Learning, Part-time

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

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  6. Bachelor

    BSc Computer Science | G400 | 3 years

    University of Southampton 🇬🇧 Southampton, United Kingdom

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  7. Master

    Advanced Computer Networks MSc

    University of Derby 🇬🇧 Derby, United Kingdom

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  8. Foundation programme

    BC1011A1, Computing - Enterprise Computing, Foundation Degree - FdSc

    South Cheshire College 🇬🇧 United Kingdom

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  9. Bachelor

    Applied Computing (Distance Learning), BSc(Hons), Distance Learning, Part-time, Suitable for International students

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

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  10. Certificate

    Advanced Computing MSc, Postgraduate Certificate (PgC), Postgraduate Diploma (PgD)

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

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  11. Bachelor

    (MMU) BC1147B, Computing - European Computer Driving Licence - Fast Track,

    South Cheshire College 🇬🇧 United Kingdom

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  12. Other programmes

    Advanced Financial Engineering - Interest Rate Derivatives in C++ (Short Course)

    City University London 🇬🇧 London, United Kingdom

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  13. Diploma

    Advanced Computer Science - Postgraduate Diploma

    University of Leicester 🇬🇧 Leicester, United Kingdom

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  15. Certificate

    Advanced Computer Science MSc/PGDip/PGCert (Full-time)

    University of Liverpool 🇬🇧 Liverpool, United Kingdom

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  16. Master

    Advanced Computer Science, MPhil

    University of Cambridge 🇬🇧 Cambridge, United Kingdom

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  17. Certificate

    Advanced Computer Systems Development, Full Time & Part Time, MSc, PgDip, PgCert

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

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  18. PhD / Doctorate

    Computing Science MPhil, PhD

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

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  19. Research

    Computer Science (by research), MSc, 1 year full-time, 2 years part-time

    University of York 🇬🇧 York, United Kingdom

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  20. Bachelor

    BA (Hons) Computer Generated Imagery (Full Time)

    Southampton Solent University 🇬🇧 Southampton, Hampshire, United Kingdom

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  21. Diploma

    Computer Science, DipHE

    Anglia Ruskin University 🇬🇧 Cambridge, United Kingdom

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  22. Master

    Advanced Computer Science - MSc

    University of Leicester 🇬🇧 Leicester, 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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