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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. Research

    Research Degrees: Software Engineering (MSc by Research, MPhil, PhD)

    University of Hertfordshire 🇬🇧 Hatfield, United Kingdom

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  2. Master

    Agile Software Projects, MSc

    University of Central Lancashire 🇬🇧 Preston, United Kingdom

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  3. Other programmes

    Computing, HND, Full-time, part-time

    De Montfort University Leicester 🇬🇧 Leicester, United Kingdom

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  4. Master

    Advanced Computer Science Masters/MSc (Postgraduate taught degrees)

    University of Birmingham 🇬🇧 Birmingham, United Kingdom

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  6. Foundation programme

    Computing 2 Year (full-time) (Foundation Degree)

    Abingdon and Witney College 🇬🇧 Abingdon, United Kingdom

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  7. Certificate

    MSc, PgDip, PGcert, Computer Network Security (Postgraduate course)

    Liverpool John Moores University 🇬🇧 Liverpool, United Kingdom

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  8. Bachelor

    G600 Computer Science (Software Engineering), 4 years BSc (Hons)

    Heriot Watt University 🇬🇧 Edinburgh, United Kingdom

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  9. Diploma

    International Advanced Diploma in Computer Studies

    Azad University (IR) in Oxford 🇬🇧 Oxford, United Kingdom

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  10. Master

    MEng, Computer Science (G403)

    University of Bristol 🇬🇧 Bristol, United Kingdom

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  11. Research

    Computer Science Research Group (CSRG)

    Aston University 🇬🇧 Birmingham, United Kingdom

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  12. Bachelor

    Secondary Computer Science and Information Technology Education with QTS* - BSc (Hons), X1G4 (2 years) or X1GK (3 years)

    Edge Hill University 🇬🇧 Lancashire, United Kingdom

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  13. Bachelor

    Computing (BSc)

    Birkbeck College, University of London 🇬🇧 London, United Kingdom

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  15. Certificate

    HNC/FdSc Electronics and Computer Technology, Bournemouth & Poole College, Electronics and Engineering Course (foundation degree)

    Bournemouth University, School of Design, Engineering & Computing 🇬🇧 Dorset Poole, United Kingdom

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  16. Foundation programme

    Foundation Year Programmes - Science, Engineering & Computing (UK and International Students) (Undergraduate)

    Aston University 🇬🇧 Birmingham, United Kingdom

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  17. Bachelor

    BA, DipHE, CertHE Theology with Computing, English or Philosophy

    University of London 🇬🇧 London, United Kingdom

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  18. Certificate

    Computer science (Certificate)

    Birkbeck College, University of London 🇬🇧 London, United Kingdom

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  19. Foundation programme

    Computing and Networking FdSc - (Foundation)

    Bournemouth University 🇬🇧 Poole Dorset, United Kingdom

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  20. Undergraduate

    Computer and Information Engineering (HH16/HH61) (Undergraduate)

    University of Warwick 🇬🇧 Coventry, United Kingdom

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  21. Master

    Advanced Computer Science - MSc

    University of Sheffield 🇬🇧 Sheffield, United Kingdom

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  22. Bachelor

    BTEC HND in Software Development (Bachelor)

    Cavendish College 🇬🇧 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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