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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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    Software Systems (21)

    Bournemouth University 🇬🇧 Poole Dorset, United Kingdom

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  2. Research

    Computer Science Research, King's College London, PhD

    University of London 🇬🇧 London, United Kingdom

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  3. Bachelor

    Computer Science with Industrial Placement (Mobile and Distributed Systems) BSc Honours (G421)

    Newcastle University 🇬🇧 Newcastle, United Kingdom

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  4. Bachelor

    Computer Science/Mathematics (Equal), BSc, 3 years, Equal

    University of York 🇬🇧 York, United Kingdom

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  6. Research

    Electronic, Electrical and Computer Engineering MRes (Combined research and taught)

    University of Birmingham 🇬🇧 Birmingham, United Kingdom

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  7. Bachelor

    Law and Computing (BA/BSc hons)

    University of Hertfordshire 🇬🇧 Hatfield, United Kingdom

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  8. Master

    MEng in Computer Engineering

    University of Sussex 🇬🇧 Brighton, United Kingdom

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  9. Bachelor

    Microcomputer Systems Engineering (Bachelor)

    University of Glasgow 🇬🇧 Glasgow, United Kingdom

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  10. Master

    MSc Embedded Systems, 1 Year, Full-time, Computer Science and Electronic Engineering (School of)

    University of Essex 🇬🇧 Colchester, United Kingdom

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  11. Master

    MSc in Computing (Software Engineering)

    Imperial College London 🇬🇧 London, United Kingdom

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  12. Master

    MSc/PgDip Software Engineering (Postgraduate Taught)

    University of Salford 🇬🇧 Salford, Manchester, United Kingdom

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  13. Diploma

    Pearson BTEC Level 5 HND Diploma in Computing and Systems Development (QCF) (Undergraduate in Computing and IT)

    London School of Science and Technology 🇬🇧 Wembley, London, United Kingdom

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  15. Undergraduate

    Software and Electronic Engineering (Undergraduate)

    Department of Engineering, University of Leicester 🇬🇧 Leicester, United Kingdom

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  16. Bachelor

    Computer Animation & Visual Effects | BSc (Hons)

    Leeds Beckett University 🇬🇧 Leeds, United Kingdom

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  17. Master

    Computer Science (4 Years) [MEng] (2014 entry)

    University of Manchester 🇬🇧 Manchester, United Kingdom

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  18. Undergraduate

    Computer Science (Undergraduate)

    University of Leicester 🇬🇧 Leicester, United Kingdom

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  19. Master

    Computer Science and Applications (MSc) (Master)

    University of Warwick 🇬🇧 Coventry, United Kingdom

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  20. Master

    Computer Science and Web Technologies MSc (Postgraduate)

    University of the Highlands and Islands 🇬🇧 Inverness, Scotland, United Kingdom

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  21. Master

    Digital Systems and Computer Engineering (MEng)

    University of Hertfordshire 🇬🇧 Hatfield, United Kingdom

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  22. Other programmes

    FdSc Computing Part Time

    Newcastle College 🇬🇧 Newcastle upon Tyne, 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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