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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. Undergraduate

    Network Computing - entry in September 2015 (Undergraduate)

    Oxford Brookes University 🇬🇧 Oxford, United Kingdom

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  2. Bachelor

    Classical & Archaeological Studies and Computing - BA (Hons)

    University of Kent 🇬🇧 Kent, Canterbury, United Kingdom

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  3. Master

    Computer Science with Industrial Experience, MSc (Postgraduate)

    Queen Mary University of London 🇬🇧 London, United Kingdom

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  4. Bachelor

    Computer Systems Engineering, BEng (Hons) (Undergraduate)

    Queen Mary University of London 🇬🇧 London, United Kingdom

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  6. Bachelor

    Computing BSc (Hons)

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

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  7. Certificate

    Computing HNC (HNs)

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

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  8. Undergraduate

    Creative Computing, University of London International Programmes, First Degree (Undergraduate)

    University of London 🇬🇧 London, United Kingdom

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  9. Master

    Financial Computing (with IE), MSc (Postgraduate)

    Queen Mary University of London 🇬🇧 London, United Kingdom

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  10. Bachelor

    Games Computing (Bachelor)

    University of Lincoln 🇬🇧 Lincoln, United Kingdom

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  11. Other programmes

    HND Computing: Software Development (International Programme, North Hanover Street)

    City of Glasgow College 🇬🇧 Glasgow, United Kingdom

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  12. PhD / Doctorate

    Human-Computer Interaction, University College London, PhD

    University of London 🇬🇧 London, United Kingdom

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  13. Bachelor

    Italian and Spanish (with Computer Studies), BA

    Swansea University 🇬🇧 Swansea, United Kingdom

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  15. Other programmes

    BC1039D, Computers - Getting Started,

    South Cheshire College 🇬🇧 United Kingdom

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  16. Bachelor

    Computer Games Programming BSc Hons

    University of Derby 🇬🇧 Derby, United Kingdom

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  17. Other programmes

    Computer Science HND (Highers)

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

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  18. Master

    Computer Science Masters/MSc (Postgraduate taught degrees)

    University of Birmingham 🇬🇧 Birmingham, United Kingdom

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  19. Other programmes

    Computer Science with Mathematics - MComp (G4G1)

    University of Sheffield 🇬🇧 Sheffield, United Kingdom

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  20. Other programmes

    Computing Science

    University of Aberdeen 🇬🇧 Aberdeen, United Kingdom

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  21. Master

    Computer Aided Engineering, MSc (Postgraduate)

    Queen Mary University of London 🇬🇧 London, United Kingdom

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  22. Undergraduate

    Computer and Digital Forensics MComp (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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