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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

    Games Computing - BSc (Hons)

    University of Lincoln 🇬🇧 Lincoln, United Kingdom

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  2. Master

    Internet and Wireless Computing, MSc, 1 year full-time

    University of York 🇬🇧 York, United Kingdom

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  3. Undergraduate

    Mathematics and Computer Science (Undergraduate)

    University of Oxford 🇬🇧 Oxford United Kingdom, United Kingdom

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  4. Bachelor

    Artificial Intelligence & Software Engineering (BEng)

    University of Edinburgh 🇬🇧 Edinburgh, United Kingdom

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  6. Bachelor

    BSc Computing and Mathematics, 3 Years, Full-time, Mathematical Sciences, GG14

    University of Essex 🇬🇧 Colchester, United Kingdom

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  7. Other programmes

    Computer Information Systems - MComp

    University of Lincoln 🇬🇧 Lincoln, United Kingdom

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  8. Other programmes

    Computer Science and Information Systems

    University of Reading 🇬🇧 Berkshire, United Kingdom

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  9. Bachelor

    Computer Science and Robotics BSc Hons (Bachelor)

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

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  10. Undergraduate

    Computer Science with Information Security, Royal Holloway, First Degree (Undergraduate)

    University of London 🇬🇧 London, United Kingdom

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  11. Master

    Computer Security Masters/MSc (Taught)

    University of Birmingham 🇬🇧 Birmingham, United Kingdom

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  12. Undergraduate

    Computer Systems Engineering H606 (Undergraduate)

    University of Hull 🇬🇧 Hull, United Kingdom

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  13. Other programmes

    Computing Science (Part-time Study)

    University of Stirling 🇬🇧 Stirling, United Kingdom

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  15. Other programmes

    First Steps with Computers

    Wirral Metropolitan College 🇬🇧 Birkenhead, United Kingdom

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  16. Master

    Human Computer Interaction Masters/MSc (Taught)

    University of Birmingham 🇬🇧 Birmingham, United Kingdom

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  17. Master

    MSc in Software Engineering

    Laureate Online Education in Partnership with the University of Liverpool, Laureate Online Education in Partnership with the University of Liverpool 🇬🇧 Liverpool, United Kingdom

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  18. Undergraduate

    Pure Mathematics and Computer Science MSci, Undergraduate, Joint honours combined, 4 years

    University of Birmingham 🇬🇧 Birmingham, United Kingdom

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  19. Bachelor

    Computer Forensic Investigation BSc (Hons)

    University of Derby 🇬🇧 Derby, United Kingdom

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  20. Master

    Computer Systems Engineering - MEng (G500)

    University of Sheffield 🇬🇧 Sheffield, United Kingdom

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  21. Other programmes

    Computerised Accounts (Sage Line 50) - Level 2 (FCR)

    Barking & Dagenham College 🇬🇧 Romford Essex, United Kingdom

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  22. Undergraduate

    Computing - Internet (Undergraduate)

    University of Greenwich 🇬🇧 London, 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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