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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. Other programmes

    Computing - Joint Honours

    University of Kent 🇬🇧 Kent, Canterbury, United Kingdom

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  2. Other programmes

    IT Practitioners/Computing

    Skelmersdale & Ormskirk College 🇬🇧 Skelmersdale, United Kingdom

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  3. Master

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

    University of Essex 🇬🇧 Colchester, United Kingdom

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    BC1039B, Computers - Getting Started, Stage 1

    South Cheshire College 🇬🇧 United Kingdom

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  6. Bachelor

    BSc (Hons) Computer Science

    University of Salford 🇬🇧 Salford, Manchester, United Kingdom

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  7. Bachelor

    BSc Honours Computer Network Security

    University of Westminster 🇬🇧 London, United Kingdom

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  8. Bachelor

    BSc in Mathematics with Computer Science (Course 2013)

    University of Sussex 🇬🇧 Brighton, United Kingdom

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  9. Bachelor

    Computer Science (Consultancy) - BSc (Hons)

    University of Kent 🇬🇧 Kent, Canterbury, United Kingdom

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  10. Undergraduate

    Computer Science - Park Square Campus, Luton (Undergraduate)

    University of Luton 🇬🇧 Luton Bedfordshire, United Kingdom

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  11. Master

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

    University of York 🇬🇧 York, United Kingdom

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  12. Master

    Computer Systems Engineering (Control Systems) (MSc)

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

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  13. Master

    Computer Vision, Queen Mary, Master's Degree

    University of London 🇬🇧 London, United Kingdom

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  15. Bachelor

    Computing - BSc (Hons) full-time

    University of Bolton 🇬🇧 Bolton, United Kingdom

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  16. Bachelor

    Computing - BSc (Hons) part-time

    University of Bolton 🇬🇧 Bolton, United Kingdom

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  17. Postgraduate

    Computing Science (Postgraduate)

    University of Aberdeen 🇬🇧 Aberdeen, United Kingdom

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  18. Other programmes

    HND Software Engineering

    Swansea Metropolitan University 🇬🇧 Swansea, United Kingdom

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  19. Master

    Human-Computer Interaction with Ergonomics, University College London, Master's Degree

    University of London 🇬🇧 London, United Kingdom

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  20. Undergraduate

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

    University of Birmingham 🇬🇧 Birmingham, United Kingdom

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  21. Bachelor

    BSc (Hons) Mathematics and Computing Science

    University of Surrey 🇬🇧 Surrey, United Kingdom

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  22. Bachelor

    Computer Science (Networks) - BSc (Hons)

    University of Kent 🇬🇧 Kent, Canterbury, 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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