Degrees Available

Bachelor of Science
Minor
Guaranteed Professional Program Admissions

Program Highlights

Computer Engineering encompasses both electrical engineering and computer science. Computer engineering is concerned with the design of computer systems, the use of computing systems in the design of products, and the incorporation of computer systems in virtually all fields of human endeavor. This requires a background in physical sciences, information sciences, electrical engineering and computer science. Students in this program learn skills in the design and development of computer hardware and computer software. Alumni work with electrical engineers, engineers in other fields, computer scientists, information systems experts, biomedical researchers, and people in almost any other field.

Computer Engineering Program Educational Objectives

The educational objectives of the Computer Engineering undergraduate program are for its graduates to:

  • have knowledge of fundamental principles in computer engineering, scientific principles and tools to design and develop products and practical solutions for problems in public and private sectors
  • demonstrate an ability to function independently and in multidisciplinary teams with the communication skills and ethical conduct necessary for professional success
  • demonstrate an understanding of the need for lifelong learning, acquiring new knowledge and mastering emerging technologies, new tools and methods
  • have knowledge necessary to pursue graduate or professional education

GPPA Information

The GPPA program allows a limited number of first-year students per year to be admitted to UIC with guaranteed admission to the Master's program in electrical and computer engineering. Students follow a specific curriculum and meet established performance criteria to maintain guaranteed admission.

Qualifying applicants

Some programs are open to certain applicants. Prospective students in the following groups can apply for admission to this program:

  • First-year 
  • Transfer 
  • International
  • Readmission
  • Second bachelor's degree