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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

    Network Computing, MSc/PGDip

    University of Central Lancashire 🇬🇧 Preston, United Kingdom

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  2. Bachelor

    Software Engineering BSc Hons (Bachelor)

    University of Bedfordshire 🇬🇧 Bedford, Putteridge Bury campus, United Kingdom

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  3. Other programmes

    Computing

    College of Central London, The 🇬🇧 London, United Kingdom

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  4. Bachelor

    Computing (Systems and Software) - BSc (Hons), 3 yearsFull Time4 yearsSandwich

    Edge Hill University 🇬🇧 Lancashire, United Kingdom

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  6. Master

    Distributed Computing Systems Engineering MSc (Masters)

    Brunel University 🇬🇧 Middlesex, United Kingdom

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  7. Certificate

    Software Engineering (Certificate of Higher Education)

    University of Stirling 🇬🇧 Stirling, United Kingdom

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  8. Master

    Software Engineering, MSc

    University of Greenwich 🇬🇧 London, United Kingdom

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  9. Master

    Computer Engineering - MEng

    University of Portsmouth 🇬🇧 Portsmouth, Hampshire, United Kingdom

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  10. Bachelor

    Computer Science Innovation : BSc Hons / MSci Hons

    Lancaster University 🇬🇧 Lancaster, United Kingdom

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  11. Master

    Computer Security and Resilience, MSc

    Newcastle University 🇬🇧 Newcastle, United Kingdom

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  12. Bachelor

    Computer Systems Engineering - BEng (H130)

    University of Sheffield 🇬🇧 Sheffield, United Kingdom

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  13. Foundation programme

    Foundation Year in Computing

    Middlesex University 🇬🇧 London, United Kingdom

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  15. Graduate

    Mathematics and Computer Science (Graduate)

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

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  16. Bachelor

    MSci/BSc Computer Science and Mathematics

    University of Exeter 🇬🇧 Devon, United Kingdom

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  17. Bachelor

    Computer Science : BSc Hons

    Lancaster University 🇬🇧 Lancaster, United Kingdom

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  18. PhD / Doctorate

    Computer Science PhD

    The University of Manchester, Manchester Doctoral College 🇬🇧 Manchester, United Kingdom

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  19. Bachelor

    European Computer Driving Licence - Extra ECDL (NQ/SVQ)

    University of the Highlands and Islands, Perth College 🇬🇧 Perth, United Kingdom

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  20. Bachelor

    Mathematics and Computing (BA/BSc hons)

    University of Hertfordshire 🇬🇧 Hatfield, United Kingdom

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  21. Master

    Mobile Computing MSc (Master)

    University of Bedfordshire 🇬🇧 Bedford, Putteridge Bury campus, United Kingdom

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  22. Master

    MSc in Computing (Creative Industries)

    Imperial College London 🇬🇧 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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