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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. Master

    MSc in Computed Tomography (CT)

    UCD School of Medicine and Medical Science, University College Dublin 🇬🇧 Dublin 4, Ireland, United Kingdom

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  2. Postgraduate

    Optoelectronics in Computing (Postgraduate)

    Heriot Watt University 🇬🇧 Edinburgh, United Kingdom

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  3. Master

    Computer Science, Goldsmiths, MPhil

    University of London 🇬🇧 London, United Kingdom

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  4. Bachelor

    Electronics and Computer Engineering BEng Honours (H652)

    Newcastle University 🇬🇧 Newcastle, United Kingdom

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  6. Master

    Mathematical Modelling & Scientific Computing | MSc

    University of Oxford 🇬🇧 Oxford United Kingdom, United Kingdom

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  7. Other programmes

    (City and Guilds)(Eaton Bank)FE1088A, Accounts - Computerised, Level 3

    South Cheshire College 🇬🇧 United Kingdom

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  8. Other programmes

    Computer Science

    St Hildas College, University of Oxford 🇬🇧 Oxford, United Kingdom

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  9. Other programmes

    FdSc Computing and Networking

    University Campus Suffolk 🇬🇧 Ipswich, United Kingdom

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    Computer Science

    Christ's College 🇬🇧 Cambridge, United Kingdom

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  11. Bachelor

    Computer Science (Integrated), BSc

    Swansea University 🇬🇧 Swansea, United Kingdom

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  12. Master

    Computing (Computer Networks Engineering) (MSc)

    University of Northampton 🇬🇧 Northampton, United Kingdom

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  13. Postgraduate

    Computing and ICT (Postgraduate)

    Open University, Institute of Educational Technology 🇬🇧 Milton Keynes, United Kingdom

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  15. Undergraduate

    Computing Science (Undergraduate)

    University of Stirling 🇬🇧 Stirling, United Kingdom

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  16. Master

    Masters of Research in Computer Science, Part-time day

    University of Westminster 🇬🇧 London, United Kingdom

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  17. Master

    MSc/PGDip Computer Science

    Nottingham Trent University 🇬🇧 Nottingham, United Kingdom

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  18. Other programmes

    Computing

    University of Glamorgan 🇬🇧 Pontypridd, United Kingdom

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  19. Other programmes

    Computing, FdSc

    Teesside University 🇬🇧 Middlesbrough, United Kingdom

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  20. Bachelor

    Software Development (top up) - BSc (Honours)

    Sheffield Hallam University 🇬🇧 Sheffield, United Kingdom

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  21. Bachelor

    Software Engineering, BSc Hons

    University of Greenwich 🇬🇧 London, United Kingdom

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  22. Master

    Software Engineering, MSc, 1 year full-time

    University of York 🇬🇧 York, 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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