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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

    Computer Science (MComp) (Bachelor)

    University of Lincoln 🇬🇧 Lincoln, United Kingdom

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  2. Undergraduate

    Computer Science (Undergraduate)

    University of Oxford 🇬🇧 Oxford United Kingdom, United Kingdom

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  3. Bachelor

    Computer Science, BSc (Hons) (Undergraduate)

    Queen Mary University of London 🇬🇧 London, United Kingdom

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  4. Master

    Computer Science, MEng, 4 years

    University College London 🇬🇧 London, United Kingdom

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  6. Other programmes

    Computing

    University of Bolton 🇬🇧 Bolton, United Kingdom

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  7. Other programmes

    Computing (HND)

    University of Northampton 🇬🇧 Northampton, United Kingdom

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  8. Bachelor

    Computing Technology - BSc (Hons) full-time

    University of Bolton 🇬🇧 Bolton, United Kingdom

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  9. Bachelor

    Computing, BSc Hons

    University of Greenwich 🇬🇧 London, United Kingdom

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  10. Master

    Computing, MSc

    University of Greenwich 🇬🇧 London, United Kingdom

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  11. Bachelor

    Engineering (Mechanical with Computer Aided Engineering) (BEng (4 Years))

    University of Aberdeen 🇬🇧 Aberdeen, United Kingdom

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  12. Other programmes

    FdSc Computer Technology (Taught at partner college) (planned new course"> *

    University of Plymouth 🇬🇧 Plymouth, United Kingdom

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  13. Undergraduate

    Forensic Computing (Undergraduate)

    University of Gloucestershire 🇬🇧 Cheltenham, United Kingdom

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  15. Master

    Human Computer Interaction Masters/MSc (Postgraduate taught degrees)

    University of Birmingham 🇬🇧 Birmingham, United Kingdom

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  16. Bachelor

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

    Brunel University 🇬🇧 Middlesex, United Kingdom

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  17. Bachelor

    Mathematics and Computer Science BSc (Joint honours)

    University of Birmingham 🇬🇧 Birmingham, United Kingdom

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  18. Master

    MEng in Computing (Software Engineering)

    Imperial College London 🇬🇧 London, United Kingdom

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  19. Master

    Mobile Computing (MSc, PgD, PgC)

    University of Hertfordshire 🇬🇧 Hatfield, United Kingdom

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  20. Bachelor

    Mobile Computing Swe - BEng/BEng (Hons) - Full-time

    Napier University 🇬🇧 Edinburgh, United Kingdom

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  21. Other programmes

    BC1069A, Computing - Web Development (Introduction to Dynamic Websites), Level 3 equivalent

    South Cheshire College 🇬🇧 United Kingdom

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  22. Bachelor

    BSc (Hons) Computer Systems Engineering

    University of Wolverhampton 🇬🇧 Wolverhampton, 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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