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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. Bachelor

    BEng (Hons) Electronics and Computer Engineering

    University of Surrey 🇬🇧 Surrey, United Kingdom

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  2. Bachelor

    Computer Science with Industrial Placement (Bio-Computing) BSc Honours (I521)

    Newcastle University 🇬🇧 Newcastle, United Kingdom

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  3. Master

    Computing - MSc - Full-time

    Napier University 🇬🇧 Edinburgh, United Kingdom

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  4. Postgraduate

    Computing for Industry (Postgraduate)

    Imperial College London 🇬🇧 London, United Kingdom

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  6. Bachelor

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

    Napier University 🇬🇧 Edinburgh, United Kingdom

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  7. Research

    Electronics and Computer Science PhD Research Programmes

    University of Southampton 🇬🇧 Southampton, United Kingdom

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  8. Bachelor

    Forensic Computing, BSc(Hons)

    University of Central Lancashire 🇬🇧 Preston, United Kingdom

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  9. Certificate

    HNC/D Computing: Software Development (International Programme, Charles Oakley)

    City of Glasgow College 🇬🇧 Glasgow, United Kingdom

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  10. Other programmes

    Mathematics/Computer Science (Equal), MMath, 4 years, Equal

    University of York 🇬🇧 York, United Kingdom

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  11. Bachelor

    Social Policy with Computing - BA (Hons), BSc (Hons)

    University of Kent 🇬🇧 Kent, Canterbury, United Kingdom

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  12. Master

    Computer and Information Security - MSc

    University of Portsmouth 🇬🇧 Portsmouth, Hampshire, United Kingdom

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  13. Bachelor

    Computer Animation BSc Hons (Bachelor)

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

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  15. Certificate

    Computer GamesProgramming, MSc, Postgraduate Certificate (PgC), Postgraduate Diploma (PgD) (International students)

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

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  16. Bachelor

    Computer Science and Mathematics (3 Years) [BSc] (2014 entry)

    University of Manchester 🇬🇧 Manchester, United Kingdom

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  17. Undergraduate

    Computer Science G400 (Undergraduate)

    University of Hull 🇬🇧 Hull, United Kingdom

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  18. Postgraduate

    Computing (Biomedical Applications) (Postgraduate)

    Imperial College London 🇬🇧 London, United Kingdom

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  19. Master

    Computing (Computer Systems), Msc, City Of London College, United Kingdom

    University of Wales 🇬🇧 Cardiff, United Kingdom

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  20. Bachelor

    Computing - BSc (Honours)

    Sheffield Hallam University 🇬🇧 Sheffield, United Kingdom

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  21. Bachelor

    Computing and Electronics (Bachelor)

    Birmingham City University 🇬🇧 Birmingham, United Kingdom

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  22. Bachelor

    Electronic Engineering and Computer Systems BEng(Hons)

    University of Huddersfield 🇬🇧 Huddersfield, 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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