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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. Postgraduate

    Computer Systems Engineering (Postgraduate)

    University of Glasgow 🇬🇧 Glasgow, United Kingdom

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  2. Foundation programme

    Computer Systems Engineering (University full-time degree programme including a Foundation Year)

    University of Hull 🇬🇧 Hull, United Kingdom

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  3. Postgraduate

    Computing (Distributed Systems) (Postgraduate)

    Imperial College London 🇬🇧 London, United Kingdom

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  4. Bachelor

    Computing (Mobile and Embedded Systems) - BSc (Hons), 3 yearsFull Time4 yearsSandwich

    Edge Hill University 🇬🇧 Lancashire, United Kingdom

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  6. Other programmes

    Computing Science

    Division of Medical Sciences, University of Dundee 🇬🇧 Dundee, United Kingdom

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  7. PhD / Doctorate

    Electronic Engineering and Computer Science, Queen Mary, PhD

    University of London 🇬🇧 London, United Kingdom

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  8. Undergraduate

    Forensic Computing (Undergraduate)

    Canterbury Christ Church University 🇬🇧 Kent , Canterbury, United Kingdom

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  9. Undergraduate

    Internet Computing (Undergraduate)

    Canterbury Christ Church University 🇬🇧 Kent , Canterbury, United Kingdom

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  10. Master

    MSc Computer Networks (Master)

    Middlesex University 🇬🇧 London, United Kingdom

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  11. Master

    MSc/PgDip Advanced Computer Science (Postgraduate Taught)

    University of Salford 🇬🇧 Salford, Manchester, United Kingdom

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  12. Other programmes

    NEW COURSE in Computing

    Imperial College London 🇬🇧 London, United Kingdom

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  13. Other programmes

    NQ Computing Level 6 (Full Time)

    City of Glasgow College 🇬🇧 Glasgow, United Kingdom

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  15. Bachelor

    Philosophy and Computing (BA/BSc hons)

    University of Hertfordshire 🇬🇧 Hatfield, United Kingdom

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  16. Bachelor

    Computer Networking, BEng Hons

    University of Greenwich 🇬🇧 London, United Kingdom

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  17. Bachelor

    Computer Science and Mathematics with Industrial Experience, BSc (Hons) (Undergraduate)

    Queen Mary University of London 🇬🇧 London, United Kingdom

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  18. Bachelor

    Computing (BSc (Hons))

    University of Northampton 🇬🇧 Northampton, United Kingdom

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  19. Bachelor

    Computing (Mobile Computing) (BSc (Hons))

    University of Northampton 🇬🇧 Northampton, United Kingdom

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  20. Bachelor

    Computing and Film Studies - BA (Hons)

    University of Kent 🇬🇧 Kent, Canterbury, United Kingdom

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  21. Other programmes

    Computing and Networking

    University Campus Suffolk 🇬🇧 Ipswich, United Kingdom

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  22. PhD / Doctorate

    Electronics and Computer Science Doctoral Training Centres

    University of Southampton 🇬🇧 Southampton, 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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