126 PhD Programs in Computer Science in Europe

Specializations within computer science

Top universities for Computer Science in Europe

Ranked by how many computer science programs each one runs in Europe — the count is next to the name.

• University of Portsmouth (56)
• Bangor University (4)
• Université Jean Monnet - Saint Etienne (3)
• University of Liverpool (3)
• University of Lisbon (2)
• University of Birmingham, England (2)
• Maynooth University (2)
• Newcastle University (2)
• Saarland University (2)
• University of Bristol (2)

January intake in Europe

4 of these programs list a dated January start that is still ahead. Dates come from each listing — confirm on the program page before planning around one.

• PhD in Computer Science — Aberystwyth University · starts Jan 2027
• Phd Computer Science — Brunel University London · starts Jan 2027
• PhD in Computer Science MPhil, PhD — Newcastle University · starts Jan 2027
• PhD in Computer Science PhD — University of Surrey · starts Jan 2027

PhD in Computer Science in Europe: common questions

How many computer science programs are there in Europe?

126 computer science phd programs at 55 universities in Europe are open to international students, as of 12 October 2026.

How much does a computer science degree in Europe cost?

The median annual fee (programs billed per year) for phd programs in computer science in Europe is 23,702 USD. The middle half of those programs charge between 23,702 USD and 23,702 USD a year.

Can I study computer science in Europe in English?

Yes — 99% of the computer science programs in Europe in our catalog are taught in English (125 of 126).