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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. Master

    Computer Science with Industrial Experience (5 Years) [MEng] (2014 entry)

    University of Manchester 🇬🇧 Manchester, United Kingdom

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  2. Other programmes

    Computing

    Robert Gordon University 🇬🇧 Aberdeen, United Kingdom

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  3. Other programmes

    Computing - MComp

    Sheffield Hallam University 🇬🇧 Sheffield, United Kingdom

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  4. Master

    Electronic Engineering and Computer Science, Queen Mary, MPhil

    University of London 🇬🇧 London, United Kingdom

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  6. Postgraduate

    Engineering, Software - entry in September 2015 (Postgraduate)

    Oxford Brookes University 🇬🇧 Oxford, United Kingdom

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  7. Bachelor

    Games Computing (MComp) (Bachelor)

    University of Lincoln 🇬🇧 Lincoln, United Kingdom

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  8. Diploma

    Postgraduate Diploma in Computer and Electronic Security

    Queen`s University of Belfast 🇬🇧 Belfast, Northern Ireland, United Kingdom

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  9. Master

    Computer Systems and Software Engineering, MEng, 4 years, Single Subject

    University of York 🇬🇧 York, United Kingdom

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  10. Master

    Computer Systems Engineering | MSc (Postgraduate)

    Leeds Beckett University 🇬🇧 Leeds, United Kingdom

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  11. Bachelor

    Economics with Computing - BSc (Hons) (Part time)

    University of Kent 🇬🇧 Kent, Canterbury, United Kingdom

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  12. Undergraduate

    Electronic & Computer Engineering - HND full-time (Undergraduate)

    University of Bolton 🇬🇧 Bolton, United Kingdom

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  13. Postgraduate

    Electronic, Electrical and Computer Engineering (Postgraduate taught degrees)

    University of Birmingham 🇬🇧 Birmingham, United Kingdom

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  15. Other programmes

    HND 3D Computer Animation (Full Time)

    City of Glasgow College 🇬🇧 Glasgow, United Kingdom

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  16. Master

    MEng Electronic Engineering & Computer Science

    Aston University, School of Engineering and Applied Science 🇬🇧 Birmingham, United Kingdom

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  17. Diploma

    Remote Sensing & Computing (PGDip)

    University of Dundee 🇬🇧 Dundee, United Kingdom

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  18. Postgraduate

    Software Engineering - entry in September 2015 (Postgraduate)

    Oxford Brookes University 🇬🇧 Oxford, United Kingdom

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  19. Postgraduate

    Cloud Computing (Postgraduate) (Taught Programme)

    University of Aberdeen 🇬🇧 Aberdeen, United Kingdom

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  20. Other programmes

    Computer Science - MComp

    University of Lincoln 🇬🇧 Lincoln, United Kingdom

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  21. Undergraduate

    Computer Science and Robotics - Park Square Campus, Luton (Undergraduate)

    University of Luton 🇬🇧 Luton Bedfordshire, United Kingdom

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  22. Bachelor

    Computer Science BSc (Hons) (Undergraduate)

    Northumbria University 🇬🇧 Newcastle upon Tyne, 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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