Top 10 universities for Computer Science in 2025

Who comes out on top for Computer Science courses in the UK? 

The universities of Cambridge, Oxford, and Imperial College London keep the top three places for Computer Science in 2025. 

Durham University drops five places to ninth while the University of St Andrews climbs an impressive six places to take the fourth spot. 

The University of Warwick also makes a big move into the top ten, up from twelfth to fifth this year. 

To find out more about the top unis for Computer Science, click on the links below:

1. 1. University of Cambridge
2. 2. University of Oxford
3. 3. Imperial College London
4. 4. University of St Andrews
5. 5. University of Warwick
6. 6. University of Birmingham
7. 7. UCL (University College London)
8. 8. University of Bath
9. 9. Durham University
10. 10. King's College London

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Studying Computer Science 

As the world continues to advance towards digitisation, computer scientists provide us with an understanding of the diverse technological aspects that govern our everyday lives.

Computer Science will equip you with key knowledge such as computer programming, data science, critical thinking, algorithmic analysis, and much more. This subject is very versatile, and the skills you will learn can be used in many industries, making it a fantastic choice for students who are interested in technology. 

To find out more about studying Computer Science read our full subject guide

Careers in Computer Science 

Studying Computer Science gives you skills that can be transferred across a range of industries. As every industry relies on technology, Computer Science enables an array of opportunities. Career options include and are not limited to applications developer, cyber security analyst, UX designer, and web designer.

Read more about careers with a Computer Science degree

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