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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.

  • 2,059 programmes
  • 187 institutions
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  1. Bachelor

    BSc (Hons) Computer Networks (Top up)

    University of Wolverhampton 🇬🇧 Wolverhampton, United Kingdom

  2. Master

    Computer Systems (MSc)

    PRIFYSGOL BANGOR UNIVERSITY, Bangor University 🇬🇧 Bangor Gwynedd, United Kingdom

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  4. Other programmes

    FdSc Applied Computing (Software Engineering)

    University Campus Suffolk 🇬🇧 Ipswich, United Kingdom

  5. Bachelor

    Software Engineering - BEng (G600)

    University of Sheffield 🇬🇧 Sheffield, United Kingdom

  6. Bachelor

    Computer Networking BSc Hons (Bachelor)

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

  7. Bachelor

    Computer Science (Bachelor)

    Bangor University 🇬🇧 Bangor, Gwynedd County, United Kingdom

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  9. Bachelor

    Computing Swe - BEng/BEng (Hons) - Full-time

    Napier University 🇬🇧 Edinburgh, United Kingdom

  10. Bachelor

    BSc, Mathematics and Computer Science (GG14)

    University of Bristol 🇬🇧 Bristol, United Kingdom

  11. Bachelor

    Computer Science BSc Semester two starter BSc(Hons), UCAS Code: BSc G401

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

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.

The listings come from the University Directory, which collects programmes from universities and colleges worldwide. Always check details, deadlines and fees directly with the institution.

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