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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

    Computing - Information Technology (Postgraduate)

    University of Greenwich 🇬🇧 London, United Kingdom

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  2. Postgraduate

    Computing - Internet (Postgraduate)

    University of Greenwich 🇬🇧 London, United Kingdom

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  3. Undergraduate

    Computing and Information Systems, University of London International Programmes, First Degree (Undergraduate)

    University of London 🇬🇧 London, United Kingdom

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  4. Bachelor

    Computing and Law (BA/BSc hons)

    University of Hertfordshire 🇬🇧 Hatfield, United Kingdom

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  6. Other programmes

    Computing HND (part-time

    University of Bolton 🇬🇧 Bolton, United Kingdom

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  7. Other programmes

    Entry Level Computing

    Carlisle College 🇬🇧 Carlisle, United Kingdom

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  8. Foundation programme

    Foundation in Computing - entry in September 2015

    Oxford Brookes University 🇬🇧 Oxford, United Kingdom

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  9. Certificate

    HNC Computing - Software Development (International Programme, North Hanover Street)

    City of Glasgow College 🇬🇧 Glasgow, United Kingdom

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  10. Master

    MEng Computer Science with Mobile and Secure Systems | G421 | 4 years

    University of Southampton 🇬🇧 Southampton, United Kingdom

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  11. Master

    MSc Computer Networks

    University of Westminster 🇬🇧 London, United Kingdom

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  12. Master

    MSc Computer Science

    University of Westminster 🇬🇧 London, United Kingdom

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  13. Bachelor

    BSc (Hons) Software Engineering

    University of Salford 🇬🇧 Salford, Manchester, United Kingdom

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  15. Bachelor

    BSc(Hons) Computer Networks

    Swansea Metropolitan University 🇬🇧 Swansea, United Kingdom

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  16. Bachelor

    Computer Information Systems BSc (Hons)

    University of Liverpool 🇬🇧 Liverpool, United Kingdom

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  17. Undergraduate

    Computer Science, Goldsmiths, First Degree (Undergraduate)

    University of London 🇬🇧 London, United Kingdom

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  18. Master

    Computer Security | MSc (Postgraduate)

    Leeds Beckett University 🇬🇧 Leeds, United Kingdom

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  19. Other programmes

    Computing

    University of Exeter 🇬🇧 Devon, United Kingdom

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  20. Other programmes

    Computing (Software Engineering) (HND)

    University of Northampton 🇬🇧 Northampton, United Kingdom

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  21. Master

    Electronic and Computer Engineering (with a year in industry), MEng, 5 years, Single Subject

    University of York 🇬🇧 York, United Kingdom

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  22. Master

    Electronic and Computer Engineering MEng (Undergraduate)

    University of Nottingham 🇬🇧 Nottingham, 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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