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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. Bachelor

    Artificial Intelligence & Computer Science (BSc)

    University of Edinburgh 🇬🇧 Edinburgh, United Kingdom

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  2. Diploma

    Professional Diploma in Computer Animation

    Cavendish College 🇬🇧 London, United Kingdom

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  3. Foundation programme

    Computer Science with Games Development (with foundation year) G491

    University of Hull 🇬🇧 Hull, United Kingdom

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  4. Certificate

    Advanced Computer Science with Internet EconomicsMSc/PGDip/PGCert (Full-time)

    University of Liverpool 🇬🇧 Liverpool, United Kingdom

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  6. Bachelor

    Applied Computing (Distance Learning) BSc(Hons)

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

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  7. PhD / Doctorate

    Electronics and Computer Science (Professional Doctorate (DProf))

    University of Westminster 🇬🇧 London, United Kingdom

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  8. Other programmes

    An Introduction to Programming using Java (Evening/Weekend)

    City of Glasgow College 🇬🇧 Glasgow, United Kingdom

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  9. PhD / Doctorate

    Computing Science, MPhil, PhD, Distance Learning, Full-time, Part-time

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

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  10. Master

    ACS: Software Engineering MSc (Full-time course for 2014 entry)

    University of Manchester 🇬🇧 Manchester, United Kingdom

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  11. Bachelor

    Computing (Games Programming) - BSc (Hons), 3 yearsFull Time4 yearsSandwich

    Edge Hill University 🇬🇧 Lancashire, United Kingdom

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  12. Master

    ACS: Computer Security MSc (2014 entry)

    University of Manchester 🇬🇧 Manchester, United Kingdom

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  13. PhD / Doctorate

    Engineering: Fully-funded PhD Studentship: Computational Electromagnetics

    Swansea University 🇬🇧 Swansea, United Kingdom

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  15. Master

    Advanced Computer Systems Development (MSc, PgDip)

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

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  16. Master

    ACS: Software Engineering MSc (2014 entry)

    University of Manchester 🇬🇧 Manchester, United Kingdom

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  17. Certificate

    Arabic-English Translation and Computer-Assisted Translation Tools , MSc Diploma Certificate

    Heriot Watt University 🇬🇧 Edinburgh, United Kingdom

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  18. Fellowship

    Computing (Fellowship) (PhD Studentship Opportunity)

    Imperial College London 🇬🇧 London, United Kingdom

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  19. Bachelor

    BA (Hons) Computer & Video Games (Full Time)

    Southampton Solent University 🇬🇧 Southampton, Hampshire, United Kingdom

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  20. Scholarship

    Computer Science (Departmental Scholarship)

    University College London 🇬🇧 London, United Kingdom

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  21. Bachelor

    Computer Science (Direct Entry to the Final Year) (BSc Honours)

    University of Hertfordshire 🇬🇧 Hatfield, United Kingdom

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  22. Research

    Electronic and Computer Engineering (PhD Research)

    Brunel University 🇬🇧 Middlesex, 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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