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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

    Financial Computing MSc (Taught Degree)

    University College London 🇬🇧 London, United Kingdom

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  2. Bachelor

    Forensic Computing Degree, BSc Honours

    Middlesex University 🇬🇧 London, United Kingdom

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  3. Bachelor

    Games Software Development - BSc (Honours)

    Sheffield Hallam University 🇬🇧 Sheffield, United Kingdom

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  4. Certificate

    HNC Computing - Software Development (Full Time)

    City of Glasgow College 🇬🇧 Glasgow, United Kingdom

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  6. Master

    MSc Computer Science

    University of Glamorgan 🇬🇧 Pontypridd, United Kingdom

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  7. Master

    MSc Electronic Engineering, 1 Year, Full-time, Computer Science and Electronic Engineering (School of)

    University of Essex 🇬🇧 Colchester, United Kingdom

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  8. Other programmes

    NQ Computing Software Development (Full Time)

    City of Glasgow College 🇬🇧 Glasgow, United Kingdom

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  9. Master

    Software Engineering - MEng

    Sheffield Hallam University 🇬🇧 Sheffield, United Kingdom

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  10. Other programmes

    (City & Guilds)(Eaton Bank)FE1083A, Accounts - Computerised, Level 2

    South Cheshire College 🇬🇧 United Kingdom

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  11. Bachelor

    BSc (Hons) in Computer Games Technology

    Liverpool John Moores University 🇬🇧 Liverpool, United Kingdom

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  12. Bachelor

    BSc (Hons) in Computer Studies

    Liverpool John Moores University 🇬🇧 Liverpool, United Kingdom

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  13. Other programmes

    Computer science

    Kings College London 🇬🇧 London, United Kingdom

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  15. Bachelor

    Computer Science Full-time version BSc(Hons), UCAS Code: BSc G401

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

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  16. Research

    Computer Science Research Opportunities - (China Campus) (Postgraduate research opportunity)

    University of Nottingham 🇬🇧 Nottingham, United Kingdom

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  17. Master

    Computer Science, MPhil, 2 years full-time, 4 years part-time

    University of York 🇬🇧 York, United Kingdom

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  18. Bachelor

    Computer Systems Engineering with Industrial Experience (4 Years) [BEng] (2014 entry)

    University of Manchester 🇬🇧 Manchester, United Kingdom

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  19. Postgraduate

    Computing (Artificial Intelligence) (Postgraduate)

    Imperial College London 🇬🇧 London, United Kingdom

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  20. Postgraduate

    Computing (Software Engineering) (Postgraduate)

    Imperial College London 🇬🇧 London, United Kingdom

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  21. Bachelor

    Computing Technology BSc (Hons) (part-time

    University of Bolton 🇬🇧 Bolton, United Kingdom

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  22. Master

    Information Systems (Human Computer Interaction) with Professional Practice BSc (Undergraduate) (Masters)

    Brunel University 🇬🇧 Middlesex, 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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