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Masters in Computer Engineering in the UK
Computer Engineering sits between electrical engineering and computer science: digital design, computer architecture, embedded systems and the hardware–software interface. Here is how studying it in the UK works for Indian students — universities and costs in rupees, eligibility, careers and work rights.
- University shortlist
- ₹25–45 lakh for a 1-year master's
- Intakes: September/October
- Post-study work
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Masters in Computer Engineering in the UK: what does it cost and is it worth it?
A master's in Computer Engineering in the UK usually takes usually 12 months. Tuition is ≈ £15,000 – £40,000 per year. After graduating: graduate Route: 2 years (3 for PhD); reducing to 18 months from January 2027.
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Masters in Computer Engineering in the UK at a glance
- Duration
- Usually 12 months
- Tuition (international)
- ≈ £15,000 – £40,000 per year
- Living costs
- £1,529/month in London, £1,171/month elsewhere (visa funds, up to 9 months)
- Typical budget
- ₹25–45 lakh for a 1-year master's
- Intakes
- September/October, January/February, some May
- English tests
- IELTS (Academic or UKVI), PTE, TOEFL or Duolingo as accepted by the university
- GRE / GMAT
- GRE/GMAT is rarely required except for some business and finance programs
- Post-study work
- Graduate Route: 2 years (3 for PhD); reducing to 18 months from January 2027
Overview
Why study Computer Engineering in the UK?
Computer Engineering sits between electrical engineering and computer science: digital design, computer architecture, embedded systems and the hardware–software interface.
UK offers one-year master's keeps total cost and time abroad low, globally recognised universities with clear entry requirements and graduate Route work visa after your degree.
Universities
Universities to consider in the UK
Universities we cover in the UK, lowest cost first — check each for a Computer Engineering program.
Specialisations
Popular Computer Engineering specialisations
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Eligibility
Entry requirements
Usual expectations — each university sets its own minimums.
Get this checklist on WhatsApp- Bachelor's: B.Tech/BE in ECE, EEE or CSE
- Bachelor's: B.Tech in Electronics & Instrumentation
- Prerequisite: Digital logic
- Prerequisite: Microprocessors
- Prerequisite: C programming
- Prerequisite: Circuits
- English: IELTS (Academic or UKVI), PTE, TOEFL or Duolingo as accepted by the university
- GRE/GMAT: GRE/GMAT is rarely required except for some business and finance programs
Careers
Careers after Computer Engineering in the UK
FAQs
Frequently asked questions
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It can be, if cost, university and career plan line up. UK offers one-year master's keeps total cost and time abroad low. Typical roles afterwards include Embedded Software Engineer, ASIC / FPGA Design Engineer and Firmware Engineer.
Many universities in the UK offer it; we shortlist based on your profile and budget.
Plan for ₹25–45 lakh for a 1-year master's.
Most universities accept b.Tech/BE in ECE, EEE or CSE and b.Tech in Electronics & Instrumentation, with digital logic, microprocessors, c programming and circuits, plus IELTS (Academic or UKVI), PTE, TOEFL or Duolingo as accepted by the university.
Graduate Route: 2 years (3 for PhD); reducing to 18 months from January 2027. During your studies: up to 20 hours/week in term for degree-level study.
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