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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. Bachelor

    Software Engineering with Industrial Experience (4 Years) [BSc] (2014 entry)

    University of Manchester 🇬🇧 Manchester, United Kingdom

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  2. Bachelor

    BSc (Hons) Computer Systems and Networks (Full Time)

    Southampton Solent University 🇬🇧 Southampton, Hampshire, United Kingdom

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  3. Bachelor

    Computer Science with Industrial Placement (Game Engineering) BSc Honours (G451)

    Newcastle University 🇬🇧 Newcastle, United Kingdom

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  4. Undergraduate

    Mathematics with Computing (Undergraduate)

    Aston University 🇬🇧 Birmingham, United Kingdom

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  6. Master

    MEng, Computer Science with Study Abroad (Entry by transfer)

    University of Bristol 🇬🇧 Bristol, United Kingdom

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  7. Master

    MSc Computer Security (Distance Learning)

    Leeds Beckett University 🇬🇧 Leeds, United Kingdom

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  8. Bachelor

    Network Computing BSc(Hons), UCAS Code: BSc G422, BEng G428

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

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  9. Bachelor

    Sports Studies and Computing (BA/BSc hons)

    University of Hertfordshire 🇬🇧 Hatfield, United Kingdom

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  10. Other programmes

    (City & Guilds) BC1059B, Computing - Web Page Development, Level 2

    South Cheshire College 🇬🇧 United Kingdom

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  11. Bachelor

    Computer Science - BSc(Hons)

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

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  12. Foundation programme

    Computing (Foundation degree)

    University of Greenwich 🇬🇧 London, United Kingdom

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  13. Master

    Masters Degree by Negotiated Learning - Computing and Engineering MA, MSc

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

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  15. Master

    MSc in Computing

    Goldsmiths University of London 🇬🇧 London, United Kingdom

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  16. Certificate

    Secondary Education (11-16) with recommendation for QTS - Computing | PGCE (Postgraduate)

    Leeds Beckett University 🇬🇧 Leeds, United Kingdom

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  17. Bachelor

    BSc (Hons) Computer Science

    Goldsmiths University of London 🇬🇧 London, United Kingdom

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  18. Bachelor

    BSc(Hons) 3D Computer Animation

    Swansea Metropolitan University 🇬🇧 Swansea, United Kingdom

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  19. Bachelor

    Computer Games Enterprise - BSc (Hons)

    University of Portsmouth 🇬🇧 Portsmouth, Hampshire, United Kingdom

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  20. Master

    Computer Science and Web Technologies MSc (Postgraduate)

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

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  21. Bachelor

    Computer Security - BSc(Hons)

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

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  22. Other programmes

    FdSc Applied Computing

    Glyndwr University 🇬🇧 Wrexham, 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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