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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

    Computing Science (Undergraduate)

    Aston University 🇬🇧 Birmingham, United Kingdom

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  2. Master

    Computer Security and Forensics MSc (7Safe Cambridge) (Master)

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

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  3. Master

    ACS: Computer Systems Engineering MSc (Full-time course for 2014 entry)

    University of Manchester 🇬🇧 Manchester, United Kingdom

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  4. Master

    Applied Computing and Information Technology MSc (Master)

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

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  6. Research

    Information Systems and Computing (PhD Research)

    Brunel University 🇬🇧 Middlesex, United Kingdom

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  7. Diploma

    Access to Higher Education Diploma in Computing

    Ealing, Hammersmith and West London College (HWLC) 🇬🇧 London, United Kingdom

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  8. Bachelor

    BSc (Hons) Computer Security (Top-Up)

    University of Wolverhampton 🇬🇧 Wolverhampton, United Kingdom

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  9. Master

    Advanced Computer Science Masters/MSc (Combined research and taught)

    University of Birmingham 🇬🇧 Birmingham, United Kingdom

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  10. Master

    Human Computer Interaction (online) (MSc, PgD, PgC)

    University of Hertfordshire 🇬🇧 Hatfield, United Kingdom

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  11. Master

    Advanced Computer Scienc (Taught Master's Degree)

    Swansea University 🇬🇧 Swansea, United Kingdom

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  12. Research

    Computer animation (Research)

    University of Luton 🇬🇧 Luton Bedfordshire, United Kingdom

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  13. Master

    Advanced MSc (one-year full time) in Internet Computing and Network Security

    Loughborough University 🇬🇧 Loughborough, Leicestershire, United Kingdom

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  15. Master

    ACS: Computer Systems Engineering MSc (2014 entry)

    University of Manchester 🇬🇧 Manchester, United Kingdom

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  16. PhD / Doctorate

    Computer Science (PhD)

    University College London 🇬🇧 London, United Kingdom

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  17. Research

    Computer Science (MSc, PhD) (Research)

    University of Warwick 🇬🇧 Coventry, United Kingdom

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  18. PhD / Doctorate

    Electronics and Computer Science (PhD)

    University of Westminster 🇬🇧 London, United Kingdom

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  19. Master

    ACS: Computer Security MSc (Full-time course for 2014 entry)

    University of Manchester 🇬🇧 Manchester, United Kingdom

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  20. Diploma

    Advanced Software Engineering - Postgraduate Diploma

    University of Leicester 🇬🇧 Leicester, United Kingdom

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  21. Bachelor

    Applied Computing (Distance Learning), BSc(Hons) (International students)

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

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  22. Research

    Astrophysics & Supercomputing (Research)

    University of Central Lancashire 🇬🇧 Preston, 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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