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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. Master

    Software Systems Engineering MSc (Taught Degree)

    University College London 🇬🇧 London, United Kingdom

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  2. Other programmes

    C/C++ - Object-Oriented Programming Using C++ | Part 2 (Short Course)

    City University London 🇬🇧 London, United Kingdom

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  3. Bachelor

    Computer Visualisation and Animation BA (Hons)

    Bournemouth University 🇬🇧 Poole Dorset, United Kingdom

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  4. Bachelor

    G440 Computer Science (Games Programming), 4 years BSc (Hons)

    Heriot Watt University 🇬🇧 Edinburgh, United Kingdom

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  6. Certificate

    Undergraduate Framework Award -Computing (Stoke), Certificate in Continuous Professional Development, Distance Learning, Part-time

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

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  7. Bachelor

    3D Computer Generated Imagery: Modelling and Animation BSc (Hons) - (Top-up)

    Bournemouth University 🇬🇧 Poole Dorset, United Kingdom

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  8. Bachelor

    BSc (Hons) Software Engineering

    Nottingham Trent University 🇬🇧 Nottingham, United Kingdom

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  9. Diploma

    ICT & Computing - BTEC Level 2 Diploma in IT

    Bexley College 🇬🇧 Kent, United Kingdom

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  10. Master

    MEng Computer Science (International Programme) (Undergraduate)

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

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  11. Master

    MSc in Cognitive Computing

    Goldsmiths University of London 🇬🇧 London, United Kingdom

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  12. Master

    Software & Systems Security | MSc

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

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  13. Research

    Computer Science (Research)

    University of Chester 🇬🇧 Chester, United Kingdom

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  15. Master

    Scientific Computing, MPhil

    University of Cambridge 🇬🇧 Cambridge, United Kingdom

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  16. Bachelor

    Software Engineering, BSc (Hons), Full-time

    De Montfort University Leicester 🇬🇧 Leicester, United Kingdom

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  17. Bachelor

    BSc (Hons): Computer Science with Mathematics 3yr | G4GD

    University of Bath 🇬🇧 Bath, United Kingdom

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  18. Other programmes

    Computing, FdSc

    University of Central Lancashire 🇬🇧 Preston, United Kingdom

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  19. Master

    Software Engineering, MSc Diploma

    Heriot Watt University 🇬🇧 Edinburgh, United Kingdom

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  20. Master

    Advanced Computer Science MRes (2014 entry)

    University of Manchester 🇬🇧 Manchester, United Kingdom

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  21. Bachelor

    BSc (Hons) Computer Science (Games Development)

    University of Wolverhampton 🇬🇧 Wolverhampton, United Kingdom

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  22. Other programmes

    Computer Science and IT

    School of Pharmacy, University of Hertfordshire 🇬🇧 Hatfield, 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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