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Computing degrees abroad

Computing is a vital part of the modern world, and effective data communication is essential to every organization. It is a highly lucrative and exciting field, and it’s no surprise that computing and computer science degrees are among the most popular for international students to study.

Computing programs will cover current theories, techniques and issues, and aim to give you practical skills needed for you to pursue a related career or further relevant academic study. If you have a passion for computers and data, with an inquiring and analytical mind, a degree in computing could be right for you.

Choosing to study computing overseas means you’ll be able to choose from some of the very best programs in the world. It will show potential employers that you’re able to adapt to new environments and give you a global perspective on the subject.

Computing program structure

Computing degrees can share a lot of similarities with similar programs like computer science or information technology. At many universities computing students will share most classes with students from similar courses, with only a few modules being different.

You can study computing at bachelor’s levels as a BSc, and some universities offer a BEng. The main difference between the qualifications is that a BEng will usually be accredited by an engineering body.

If you study in the US, you can choose to study computing as your major together with general studies and other minor subjects. Bachelor’s typically take three or four years to complete depending on the university or country you’re studying in.

At postgraduate level you can study for an MSc in computing over one or two years, and doctorate level qualifications like PhDs are also available.

The modules and topics covered on a computing program will be different at each university, but here are some common areas you can expect to study:

  • Computer networking
  • Programming languages
  • Software design
  • Computer development
  • Database design
  • Mathematics for computing
  • Operating systems
  • Business intelligence
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Best countries to study computing

Best universities to study computing

Computing study abroad programs

What are the top computing undergraduate programs abroad?

  • Teesside UniversityComputing - BSc (Hons) (with placement)

    • 3 years
    • On campus
    • Full-time
    • Sep
    Program type
    Bachelor's
    Subject area
    Computing
    Location
    Middlesbrough, UK
    Next start date
    September 2025
    Annual tuition fee
    15,000GBP
  • Ulster UniversityComputing with Education (Derry~Londonderry Campus) - BSc (Hons)

    • 4 years
    • On campus
    • Full-time
    • Sep
    Program type
    Bachelor's
    Subject area
    Education, Computing
    Location
    Belfast, UK
    Next start date
    September 2025
    Annual tuition fee
    16,320GBP
  • University of SaskatchewanApplied Computing: Interactive Systems Design - BSc/BSc (Hons)

    • 4 years
    • On campus
    • Full-time
    • Jul, Sep, Jan, May
    Program type
    Bachelor's
    Subject area
    Computing
    Location
    Saskatoon, Canada
    Next start date
    September 2024 +4 more
    Annual tuition fee
    31,983CAD
  • Buckinghamshire New UniversityComputing (with Foundation) - BSc (Hons) (with foundation)

    • 3 years
    • On campus
    • Full-time
    • Sep
    Program type
    Bachelor's
    Subject area
    Computing
    Location
    High Wycombe, UK
    Next start date
    September 2025
    Annual tuition fee
    15,150GBP
  • Abertay UniversityComputing - BSc (Hons)

    • 4 years
    • On campus
    • Full-time
    • Sep
    Program type
    Bachelor's
    Subject area
    Computing
    Location
    Dundee, UK
    Next start date
    September 2025
    Annual tuition fee
    15,500GBP

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What are the top computing postgraduate programs abroad?

  • Arizona State University (in partnership with Kaplan International)Data Science, Analytics and Engineering: Computing and Decision Analytics (Tempe Campus) - MSc

    • 2 years
    • On campus
    • Full-time
    • Jan, Aug
    Program type
    Master's
    Subject area
    Analytics, Computing, Decision Analytics
    Location
    Phoenix, USA
    Next start date
    January 2025 +1 more
    Annual tuition fee
    29,880USD
  • University of PortsmouthComputing - MPhil

    • 4 years
    • On campus
    • Part-time
    • Oct, Feb
    Program type
    Master's
    Subject area
    Computing
    Location
    Portsmouth, UK
    Next start date
    October 2024 +2 more
    Annual tuition fee
    8,800GBP
  • Dublin City UniversityComputing: Secure Software Engineering - MSc (with foundation)

    • 1 year
    • On campus
    • Full-time
    • Sep
    Program type
    Master's
    Subject area
    Computing
    Location
    Dublin, Ireland
    Next start date
    September 2025
    Annual tuition fee
    25,000EUR
  • University of the South PacificComputing & Information Systems - MCINS

    • 1 year
    • On campus
    • Full-time
    • Feb, Jul
    Program type
    Master's
    Subject area
    Computing
    Location
    Suva, Fiji
    Next start date
    February 2025 +1 more
    Annual tuition fee
    10,070FJD
  • Ulster UniversityCorporate Law, Computing and Innovation - LLM/MSc

    • 1 year
    • On campus
    • Full-time
    • Jan, Sep
    Program type
    Master's
    Subject area
    Innovation, Computing
    Location
    Belfast, UK
    Next start date
    January 2025 +1 more
    Annual tuition fee
    17,090GBP

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Future computing careers

The skills that you will learn and develop on a computing program are in high demand with employers around the world. All organizations rely on computer experts, so you won’t be short of career options after graduation.

Here are some of the most common jobs for computing graduates:

  • Web developer
  • Development engineer
  • IT consultant
  • Software developer
  • Computer systems analyst
  • Database administrator

If you know what career you want to pursue after graduation, try and choose the degree program that most suits your ambitions.

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