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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

    MSc in Computing for Industry

    Imperial College London 🇬🇧 London, United Kingdom

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  2. Bachelor

    BSc (Hons) Computer Systems Engineering (Networks)

    University of Wolverhampton 🇬🇧 Wolverhampton, United Kingdom

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  3. Bachelor

    BSc Mathematics with Computing, 3 Years, Full-time, Mathematical Sciences, G1GK

    University of Essex 🇬🇧 Colchester, United Kingdom

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  4. Bachelor

    Computer Science (Human Computer Interaction) with Industrial Experience [BSc] (2014 entry)

    University of Manchester 🇬🇧 Manchester, United Kingdom

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  6. Master

    Computer Science and Applications (MSc) (Taught Course)

    University of Warwick 🇬🇧 Coventry, United Kingdom

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  7. Bachelor

    Computer Science and Mathematics, BSc

    University of Durham 🇬🇧 Durham, United Kingdom

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  8. Bachelor

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

    Queen Mary University of London 🇬🇧 London, United Kingdom

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  9. Master

    Computer Security MSc

    University of Liverpool 🇬🇧 Liverpool, United Kingdom

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  10. Bachelor

    Computer Systems and Software Engineering, BEng

    University of Greenwich 🇬🇧 London, United Kingdom

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  11. Bachelor

    Computing and Philosophy (BA/BSc hons)

    University of Hertfordshire 🇬🇧 Hatfield, United Kingdom

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  12. Bachelor

    Computing BSc (Hons)

    University of the Highlands and Islands, Shetland College 🇬🇧 Lerwick, Shetland, United Kingdom

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  13. Bachelor

    Computing BSc (Hons) (Degree)

    University of the Highlands and Islands, Argyll College 🇬🇧 Argyll, United Kingdom

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  15. Master

    Computing for the Financial Services (MSc)

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

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  16. Certificate

    Computing HNC (HNs)

    University of the Highlands and Islands, Orkney College 🇬🇧 Kirkwall, Orkney, United Kingdom

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  17. Bachelor

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

    Napier University 🇬🇧 Edinburgh, United Kingdom

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  18. Master

    Electronic and Computer Engineering Masters/MSc (Postgraduate taught degrees)

    University of Birmingham 🇬🇧 Birmingham, United Kingdom

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  19. Master

    MRes Computer Science

    Nottingham Trent University 🇬🇧 Nottingham, United Kingdom

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  20. Other programmes

    Software Engineering (Honours Degree)

    University of Stirling 🇬🇧 Stirling, United Kingdom

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  21. Bachelor

    BSc (Hons) Computer and Video Games

    University of Salford 🇬🇧 Salford, Manchester, United Kingdom

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  22. Bachelor

    BSc (Hons) Computer Science

    University of Surrey 🇬🇧 Surrey, 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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