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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. Undergraduate

    Computer Science with a Year Abroad, King's College London, First Degree (Undergraduate)

    University of London 🇬🇧 London, United Kingdom

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  2. Other programmes

    Computing

    Cavendish College 🇬🇧 London, United Kingdom

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  3. Master

    MEng, Computer Science and Electronics (GH46)

    University of Bristol 🇬🇧 Bristol, United Kingdom

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  4. Master

    Software and Electronic Engineering (Masters)

    Department of Engineering, University of Leicester 🇬🇧 Leicester, United Kingdom

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  6. Bachelor

    Software Engineering Swe - BEng (Hons) - Full-time

    Napier University 🇬🇧 Edinburgh, United Kingdom

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  7. Master

    Advanced Computer Science MSc (Part-time course for 2014 entry)

    University of Manchester 🇬🇧 Manchester, United Kingdom

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  8. Bachelor

    BSc (Hons) Computer Game Applications Development

    University of Abertay Dundee 🇬🇧 Dundee, United Kingdom

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  9. Bachelor

    BSc (Hons) Computing

    Bournemouth University, School of Design, Engineering & Computing 🇬🇧 Dorset Poole, United Kingdom

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  10. Bachelor

    BSc Honours Computer Science Degree (Bachelor)

    Middlesex University 🇬🇧 London, United Kingdom

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  11. Master

    Computer Science (Masters)

    Loughborough University 🇬🇧 Loughborough, Leicestershire, United Kingdom

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  12. Master

    Computer Science, Queen Mary, MPhil

    University of London 🇬🇧 London, United Kingdom

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  13. Master

    Computing and Internet Systems (MSc)

    Bangor University 🇬🇧 Bangor, Gwynedd County, United Kingdom

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  15. Certificate

    Mobile Computer Systems E-learning MSc, Postgraduate Certificate (PgC), Postgraduate Diploma (PgD)

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

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  16. Diploma

    PG Diploma Statistics and Computer Science, 1 Year, Full-time, Mathematical Sciences

    University of Essex 🇬🇧 Colchester, United Kingdom

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  17. Bachelor

    BSc (Hons) Computing and Information Technology

    University of Surrey 🇬🇧 Surrey, United Kingdom

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  18. Bachelor

    BSc (Hons): Computer Information Systems 3yr | G500

    University of Bath 🇬🇧 Bath, United Kingdom

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  19. Other programmes

    Building Web Applications using Java (Short Course)

    City University London 🇬🇧 London, United Kingdom

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  20. Other programmes

    FdSc Computer Networking

    Cornwall College 🇬🇧 Redruth, United Kingdom

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  21. Master

    MSc/PGDip Computer Games Systems

    Nottingham Trent University 🇬🇧 Nottingham, United Kingdom

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  22. Certificate

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

    Staffordshire University 🇬🇧 Stoke on Trent, Staffordshire, 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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