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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 Systems Engineering MEng (Single honours)

    University of Birmingham 🇬🇧 Birmingham, United Kingdom

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  2. Master

    Computing and Information Systems, Queen Mary, Master's Degree

    University of London 🇬🇧 London, United Kingdom

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  3. Bachelor

    Electronic & Computer Engineering including a foundation year - BEng (Hons) full-time

    University of Bolton 🇬🇧 Bolton, United Kingdom

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  4. Bachelor

    European Computer Driving Licence (Highers)

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

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  6. Other programmes

    Computer Science

    PRIFYSGOL BANGOR UNIVERSITY, Bangor University 🇬🇧 Bangor Gwynedd, United Kingdom

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  7. Other programmes

    Computer Science (preparation programme)

    University of Lincoln 🇬🇧 Lincoln, United Kingdom

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  8. Master

    Computer Science, University College London, MPhil

    University of London 🇬🇧 London, United Kingdom

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  9. Master

    Computer Vision with Industrial Experience, MSc (Postgraduate)

    Queen Mary University of London 🇬🇧 London, United Kingdom

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  10. Other programmes

    Computing

    Southampton Solent University 🇬🇧 Southampton, Hampshire, United Kingdom

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  11. Undergraduate

    Creative Computing, Goldsmiths, First Degree (Undergraduate)

    University of London 🇬🇧 London, United Kingdom

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  12. Research

    Electronic, Electrical and Computer Engineering PhD/MSc by Research (Doctoral research)

    University of Birmingham 🇬🇧 Birmingham, United Kingdom

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  13. Bachelor

    Electronics & Software Engineering (BEng)

    University of Edinburgh 🇬🇧 Edinburgh, United Kingdom

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  15. Bachelor

    Embedded Computer Systems - BEng/BEng (Hons) - Part-time

    Napier University 🇬🇧 Edinburgh, United Kingdom

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  16. Other programmes

    Fd (Science) Interactive Computing

    University of Wolverhampton 🇬🇧 Wolverhampton, United Kingdom

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  17. Other programmes

    FdSc Computing (Taught at partner college)

    University of Plymouth 🇬🇧 Plymouth, United Kingdom

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  18. Bachelor

    German Studies and Computing : BSc Hons

    Lancaster University 🇬🇧 Lancaster, United Kingdom

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  19. Bachelor

    Mathematics MMath (Hons)Mathematics and Computer Science BSc (Hons) (Undergraduate)

    Northumbria University 🇬🇧 Newcastle upon Tyne, United Kingdom

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  20. Bachelor

    BSc (Hons) Computing & Games Development

    University of Plymouth 🇬🇧 Plymouth, United Kingdom

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  21. Undergraduate

    Computer Science and Mathematics, Royal Holloway, First Degree (Undergraduate)

    University of London 🇬🇧 London, United Kingdom

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  22. Master

    Computer Science, University College London, Master's Degree

    University of London 🇬🇧 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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