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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. PhD / Doctorate

    Games Computing and Creative Technologies specialisms - MPhil / PhD full-time

    University of Bolton 🇬🇧 Bolton, United Kingdom

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  2. Master

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

    University of Essex 🇬🇧 Colchester, United Kingdom

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  3. Master

    MSc/PGDip Internet and Enterprise Computing

    Nottingham Trent University 🇬🇧 Nottingham, United Kingdom

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  4. Bachelor

    Physics with Computer Science - BSc (F3G4)

    University of Sheffield 🇬🇧 Sheffield, United Kingdom

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  6. Master

    Secure Computing Systems (MSc, PgD, PgC)

    University of Hertfordshire 🇬🇧 Hatfield, United Kingdom

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  7. Master

    Software Engineering MEng

    University of Huddersfield 🇬🇧 Huddersfield, United Kingdom

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  8. Other programmes

    Applied computing

    Kings College London 🇬🇧 London, United Kingdom

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  9. Other programmes

    Computer Science

    Anglia Ruskin University 🇬🇧 Cambridge, United Kingdom

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  10. Research

    Computer Science Advanced MSc (Combined research and taught)

    University of Birmingham 🇬🇧 Birmingham, United Kingdom

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  11. Research

    Computer Science/Cognitive Science PhD/MSc by Research (Doctoral research)

    University of Birmingham 🇬🇧 Birmingham, United Kingdom

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  12. Bachelor

    Computing and Information Systems, BSc (Hons)

    Anglia Ruskin University 🇬🇧 Cambridge, United Kingdom

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  13. Bachelor

    Computing BSc(Hons)

    University of Huddersfield 🇬🇧 Huddersfield, United Kingdom

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  15. Foundation programme

    Computing Foundation Programme - Foundation year

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

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  16. Bachelor

    Computing, Full Time, BSc & BSc (Hons)

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

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  17. Master

    Electronic and Computer Engineering Masters/MSc (Postgraduate continuing professional development course)

    University of Birmingham 🇬🇧 Birmingham, United Kingdom

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  18. Master

    MEng, Computer Science and Electronics with Study Abroad (GH4P)

    University of Bristol 🇬🇧 Bristol, United Kingdom

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  19. Bachelor

    BSc Computer Science; BSc (Hons) Computer Science (Artificial Intelligence); BSc Computer Science (Networks); BSc Computer Science (Software Engineering); BSc Information Technology

    University of Hertfordshire 🇬🇧 Hatfield, United Kingdom

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  20. Bachelor

    BSc, Computer Science (G400)

    University of Bristol 🇬🇧 Bristol, United Kingdom

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  21. Bachelor

    Computer Games Technology (Programming) (Top-up) BSc(Hons)

    University of Huddersfield 🇬🇧 Huddersfield, United Kingdom

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  22. Master

    Software Engineering (MSc, PgD, PgC)

    University of Hertfordshire 🇬🇧 Hatfield, 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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