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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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    Computing (Computer Systems Engineering) (HND)

    University of Northampton 🇬🇧 Northampton, United Kingdom

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  2. Bachelor

    Computing (Medway), BSc Hons

    University of Greenwich 🇬🇧 London, United Kingdom

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  3. Other programmes

    Computing - Professional

    Bridgwater College 🇬🇧 Bridgwater, United Kingdom

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  4. Master

    Computing and Information Systems, MSc

    University of Greenwich 🇬🇧 London, United Kingdom

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  6. Bachelor

    Computing and Philosophy - BA (Hons)

    University of Kent 🇬🇧 Kent, Canterbury, United Kingdom

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  7. Certificate

    Computing HNC (HNs)

    University of the Highlands and Islands, Lews Castle College 🇬🇧 Stornoway, Isle of Lewis, United Kingdom

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  8. Bachelor

    Mobile Computing BSc Hons (Bachelor)

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

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  9. Master

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

    University of Essex 🇬🇧 Colchester, United Kingdom

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  10. Master

    MSc Computer Science, Part-time day/evening

    University of Westminster 🇬🇧 London, United Kingdom

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  11. Master

    MSc Computer Systems Engineering

    University of Glamorgan 🇬🇧 Pontypridd, United Kingdom

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  12. Master

    MSc in Advanced Computer Science (Postgraduate taught degrees (2013 entry))

    University of Sussex 🇬🇧 Brighton, United Kingdom

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  13. Master

    Remote Sensing & Computing (MSc)

    University of Dundee 🇬🇧 Dundee, United Kingdom

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  15. Master

    Software Engineering, Queen Mary, Master's Degree

    University of London 🇬🇧 London, United Kingdom

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  16. Bachelor

    BSc (Hons) Software Engineering (Full Time)

    Southampton Solent University 🇬🇧 Southampton, Hampshire, United Kingdom

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  17. Bachelor

    Computer Science, BSc Hons

    University of Greenwich 🇬🇧 London, United Kingdom

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  18. Postgraduate

    Computing (Creative Industries) (Postgraduate)

    Imperial College London 🇬🇧 London, United Kingdom

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  19. Undergraduate

    Computing and IT (Undergraduate)

    Middlesex University 🇬🇧 London, United Kingdom

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  20. Bachelor

    Economics with Computing - BA (Hons), BSc (Hons)

    University of Kent 🇬🇧 Kent, Canterbury, United Kingdom

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  21. Master

    Electronics and Computer Engineering with Industrial Project MEng Honours (H654)

    Newcastle University 🇬🇧 Newcastle, United Kingdom

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  22. Other programmes

    FdSc Software Development (Taught at partner college)

    University of Plymouth 🇬🇧 Plymouth, 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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