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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. Bachelor

    Computer Networking, BSc (Hons)

    Anglia Ruskin University 🇬🇧 Cambridge, United Kingdom

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  2. Bachelor

    Computer Networks Degree, BSc Honours

    Middlesex University 🇬🇧 London, United Kingdom

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  3. Master

    Computer Science, MSc

    Newcastle University 🇬🇧 Newcastle, United Kingdom

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  4. Master

    Computer Systems (MSc)

    Bangor University 🇬🇧 Bangor, Gwynedd County, United Kingdom

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  6. Foundation programme

    Computer Systems Engineering (with foundation year) H601

    University of Hull 🇬🇧 Hull, United Kingdom

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  7. Bachelor

    Computer Systems Engineering BSc Honours

    University of Westminster 🇬🇧 London, United Kingdom

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  8. Other programmes

    Computing

    University of East London 🇬🇧 London United Kingdom, United Kingdom

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  9. Diploma

    IT & Computing Foundation Diploma

    Alpine College 🇬🇧 Birmingham, United Kingdom

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  10. Master

    MSci Hons : Software Engineering (with Industrial Experience) : MSci

    Lancaster University 🇬🇧 Lancaster, United Kingdom

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  11. Master

    Networked Computer Systems MSc (Taught Degree)

    University College London 🇬🇧 London, United Kingdom

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  12. Master

    Computer Game Engineering, MSc

    Newcastle University 🇬🇧 Newcastle, United Kingdom

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  13. Bachelor

    Computer Science (Bio-Computing) BSc Honours (I520)

    Newcastle University 🇬🇧 Newcastle, United Kingdom

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  15. Other programmes

    Computer Science (Dual Honours)

    Keele University 🇬🇧 Keele, Staffordshire, United Kingdom

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  16. Bachelor

    Information Security and Forensic Computing, BSc (Hons)

    Anglia Ruskin University 🇬🇧 Cambridge, United Kingdom

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  17. Master

    MRes Computer Music

    University of Plymouth 🇬🇧 Plymouth, United Kingdom

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  18. Master

    MSc Computing

    University of Glamorgan 🇬🇧 Pontypridd, United Kingdom

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  19. Master

    MSci Computer Science, 4 Years, Full-time, Computer Science and Electronic Engineering (School of), G402

    University of Essex 🇬🇧 Colchester, United Kingdom

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  20. Master

    Software Engineering with Industrial Experience (5 Years) [MEng] (2014 entry)

    University of Manchester 🇬🇧 Manchester, United Kingdom

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  21. Bachelor

    BSc (Hons) Applied Computing (Progression Route)

    University Campus Suffolk 🇬🇧 Ipswich, United Kingdom

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  22. Bachelor

    BSc (Hons) in Computer Forensics

    Liverpool John Moores University 🇬🇧 Liverpool, 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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