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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 Engineering (4 Years) [MEng] (2014 entry)

    University of Manchester 🇬🇧 Manchester, United Kingdom

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  2. Undergraduate

    Software Engineering (Undergraduate)

    University of Strathclyde 🇬🇧 Glasgow, United Kingdom

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  3. Bachelor

    Software Engineering : BSc Hons

    Lancaster University 🇬🇧 Lancaster, United Kingdom

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  4. Master

    Advanced Computer Science MRes (Full-time course for 2014 entry)

    University of Manchester 🇬🇧 Manchester, United Kingdom

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  6. Master

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

    University of Manchester 🇬🇧 Manchester, United Kingdom

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  7. Bachelor

    BSc (Hons) Applied Computing

    Glyndwr University 🇬🇧 Wrexham, United Kingdom

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  8. Bachelor

    BSc (Hons) Software Engineering

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

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  9. Bachelor

    BSc(Hons) Computer Games Development

    Swansea Metropolitan University 🇬🇧 Swansea, United Kingdom

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  10. Master

    Computing Systems (MEng) (G413) (Undergraduate)

    University of Warwick 🇬🇧 Coventry, United Kingdom

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  11. Bachelor

    Software Development - BSc (Hons)

    Cardiff Metropolitan University 🇬🇧 Cardiff, United Kingdom

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  12. Certificate

    Software Engineering - MSc/Postgraduate Diploma/Postgraduate Certificate

    University of the West of England, Bristol 🇬🇧 Bristol, United Kingdom

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  13. Bachelor

    Computer Science (Network Computing) with Professional Practice BSc (Undergraduate) (Bachelor)

    Brunel University 🇬🇧 Middlesex, United Kingdom

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  15. Master

    Computer Science and Maths (Masters)

    Loughborough University 🇬🇧 Loughborough, Leicestershire, United Kingdom

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  16. Bachelor

    Computer Science BSc Honours (G400)

    Newcastle University 🇬🇧 Newcastle, United Kingdom

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  17. Master

    Computer Science, MEng

    University of Durham 🇬🇧 Durham, United Kingdom

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  18. Foundation programme

    Computer Software Development (University full-time degree programme including a Foundation Year)

    University of Hull 🇬🇧 Hull, United Kingdom

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  19. Foundation programme

    Computer Software Development - Barnfield College (Foundation degree)

    University of Luton 🇬🇧 Luton Bedfordshire, United Kingdom

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  20. Master

    MSc Applied Computing Part Time

    Newcastle College 🇬🇧 Newcastle upon Tyne, United Kingdom

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  21. Research

    Scientific Computing (MSc/PhD) (Research Degree)

    University of Warwick 🇬🇧 Coventry, United Kingdom

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  22. Bachelor

    BSc Honours Computer Networks (Network Programming) Degree (Bachelor)

    Middlesex University 🇬🇧 London, 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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