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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

    Computer Systems Engineering BEng (Single honours)

    University of Birmingham 🇬🇧 Birmingham, United Kingdom

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  2. Master

    Computing, Goldsmiths, Master's Degree

    University of London 🇬🇧 London, United Kingdom

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  3. Master

    Human Computer Interaction MSc (Postgraduate taught course)

    University of Nottingham 🇬🇧 Nottingham, United Kingdom

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  4. Master

    MMus Music Technology and Computer Music

    University of Leeds 🇬🇧 Leeds, United Kingdom

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  6. Master

    Networked Computer Systems, University College London, Master's Degree

    University of London 🇬🇧 London, United Kingdom

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  7. Postgraduate

    Software development ( Postgraduate module)

    The Open University 🇬🇧 Milton Keynes, United Kingdom

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  8. Other programmes

    BC1236B, Computers - Next Steps,

    South Cheshire College 🇬🇧 United Kingdom

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  9. Other programmes

    Computer Science and Software Engineering

    University of Westminster 🇬🇧 London, United Kingdom

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  10. Bachelor

    Computer Science with Web Development BSc (Hons) (Undergraduate)

    Northumbria University 🇬🇧 Newcastle upon Tyne, United Kingdom

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  11. Bachelor

    Computing Technology - BSc (Hons) part-time

    University of Bolton 🇬🇧 Bolton, United Kingdom

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  12. Bachelor

    French and German (with Computer Studies), BA

    Swansea University 🇬🇧 Swansea, United Kingdom

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  13. Bachelor

    German (with Computer Studies), BA

    Swansea University 🇬🇧 Swansea, United Kingdom

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  15. Bachelor

    German and Italian (with Computer Studies), BA

    Swansea University 🇬🇧 Swansea, United Kingdom

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  16. Other programmes

    HND Computing: Technical Support (International Programme, North Hanover Street)

    City of Glasgow College 🇬🇧 Glasgow, United Kingdom

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  17. Master

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

    University of Manchester 🇬🇧 Manchester, United Kingdom

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  18. Other programmes

    Computing with Cyber Security (Level 6) NC (Highers)

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

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  19. Bachelor

    German and Welsh (with Computer Studies), BA

    Swansea University 🇬🇧 Swansea, United Kingdom

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  20. Other programmes

    Computer and Information Security - MComp

    Sheffield Hallam University 🇬🇧 Sheffield, United Kingdom

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  21. Other programmes

    Computer Science - MComp (G400)

    University of Sheffield 🇬🇧 Sheffield, United Kingdom

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  22. Undergraduate

    Computer Science MSci (Undergraduate)

    University of Nottingham 🇬🇧 Nottingham, 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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