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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. Master

    ACS: Multi-Core Computing MSc (2014 entry)

    University of Manchester 🇬🇧 Manchester, United Kingdom

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  2. Certificate

    Computing Top-Up (Distance Learning) Higher National Certificate

    Bridgwater College 🇬🇧 Bridgwater, United Kingdom

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  3. Master

    Computer Science (MSc, PgD, PgC)

    University of Hertfordshire 🇬🇧 Hatfield, United Kingdom

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  4. Certificate

    Usability and Human Computer Interaction (HCI) PGCert by distance learning (Postgraduate taught course)

    University of Nottingham 🇬🇧 Nottingham, United Kingdom

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  6. Master

    ACS: Multi-Core Computing MSc (Full-time course for 2014 entry)

    University of Manchester 🇬🇧 Manchester, United Kingdom

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  7. Master

    Advanced Software Engineering, MSc

    University of Durham 🇬🇧 Durham, United Kingdom

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  8. Diploma

    Agile Software Engineering Techniques - Postgraduate Diploma

    University of Leicester 🇬🇧 Leicester, United Kingdom

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  9. Research

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

    University of Birmingham 🇬🇧 Birmingham, United Kingdom

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  10. Scholarship

    Applied Computing (completion award) BSc (Hons) (Undergraduate)

    Northumbria University 🇬🇧 Newcastle upon Tyne, United Kingdom

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  11. Research

    Computer Science (Research)

    Aston University 🇬🇧 Birmingham, United Kingdom

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  12. Bachelor

    European Computer Driving Licence (ECDL) (Evening/Weekend)

    City of Glasgow College 🇬🇧 Glasgow, United Kingdom

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  13. Certificate

    Professional Computing & Information Processing – Certificate & Diploma & Advanced Diploma (Professional course)

    The Institute of Commercial Management - ICM UK 🇬🇧 United Kingdom

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  15. Undergraduate

    Computer Science (G400) (Undergraduate)

    University of Warwick 🇬🇧 Coventry, United Kingdom

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  16. Other programmes

    An introduction to SQL in one day (Continuing Education) (Course for adults)

    University of Glasgow 🇬🇧 Glasgow, United Kingdom

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  17. Master

    Advanced Computing Technologies (MSc)

    Birkbeck College, University of London 🇬🇧 London, United Kingdom

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  18. Certificate

    Forensic Computing MSc/PgDip/PgCert

    Cranfield University 🇬🇧 Bedfordshire, United Kingdom

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  19. Bachelor

    BSc Creative Computing (BSc, Diploma and Work Entry Route)

    University of London 🇬🇧 London, United Kingdom

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  20. Master

    Computer Science (MSc / Postgraduate Diploma)

    Birkbeck College, University of London 🇬🇧 London, United Kingdom

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  21. Bachelor

    Computer Science BSc (Hons)

    City University London 🇬🇧 London, United Kingdom

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  22. Master

    Advanced Computing (Taught Masters)

    University of Stirling 🇬🇧 Stirling, 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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