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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 And Information Technology

    University of Plymouth 🇬🇧 Plymouth, United Kingdom

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  2. Bachelor

    Computing BSc (Hons)

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

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  3. Master

    Electronic and Computer Engineering Masters/MSc with Industrial Studies (Taught)

    University of Birmingham 🇬🇧 Birmingham, United Kingdom

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  4. Master

    Electronics with Computer Sci (yr in Europe, N America Australia or Industry), MEng

    Swansea University 🇬🇧 Swansea, United Kingdom

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  6. Postgraduate

    Internet Computing and Network Security (Postgraduate)

    Loughborough University 🇬🇧 Loughborough, Leicestershire, United Kingdom

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  7. Bachelor

    Mathematics for Computer Science, BSc

    Swansea University 🇬🇧 Swansea, United Kingdom

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  8. Bachelor

    BSc (Hons) Computing and Information Systems (Top-up) (Undergraduate in Computing and IT)

    London School of Science and Technology 🇬🇧 Wembley, London, United Kingdom

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  9. Master

    Cognitive Computing, Goldsmiths, Master's Degree

    University of London 🇬🇧 London, United Kingdom

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  10. Bachelor

    Computer Games Software Development BSc (Hons) (part-time

    University of Bolton 🇬🇧 Bolton, United Kingdom

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  11. Undergraduate

    Computer Networking Degrees (Undergraduate)

    Southampton Solent University 🇬🇧 Southampton, Hampshire, United Kingdom

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  12. Bachelor

    Computer Networks (BSc. (Hons))

    University of East London 🇬🇧 London United Kingdom, United Kingdom

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  13. Bachelor

    Computer Networks and Cyber Security BSc (Hons) (Undergraduate)

    Northumbria University 🇬🇧 Newcastle upon Tyne, United Kingdom

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    Computer Science

    University of Warwick 🇬🇧 Coventry, United Kingdom

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  16. Other programmes

    Computer Science HND (HNs)

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

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  17. PhD / Doctorate

    Computer Science, University College London, PhD

    University of London 🇬🇧 London, United Kingdom

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  18. Bachelor

    Computer Security and Forensics, BSc Hons

    University of Greenwich 🇬🇧 London, United Kingdom

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  19. Other programmes

    Computer Systems Engineering

    University of Kent 🇬🇧 Kent, Canterbury, United Kingdom

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  20. Postgraduate

    Computer Vision (Postgraduate)

    University of Leeds 🇬🇧 Leeds, United Kingdom

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  21. Bachelor

    European Computer Driving Licence (ECDL) (Other Qualification)

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

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  22. Other programmes

    Games computing

    University of Bolton 🇬🇧 Bolton, 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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