Computer engineers apply electrical engineering techniques and computer science concepts to develop dependable, cost-effective hardware and software systems and components.
Computer engineering is a rapidly growing discipline and is also one of the highest-paid engineering fields. Specialty areas within computer engineering include: computer architecture computer networks cybersecurity embedded systems mobile devices wireless sensors Internet of Things.
As a computer engineering major, you'll be prepared to meet the changing high-technology needs of industry and to continue with graduate studies. Our program prepares you for this evolving field by providing a strong background in science, mathematics, and engineering.
Computer engineers work in a variety of fields such as aerospace, automotive, biomedical, communications, consumer electronics, medicine, power, and space. As a computer engineer, you may work as a designer, researcher, scientist, educator, consultant, entrepreneur, executive, public official, or in the military.
The bachelor's degree program in computer engineering also offers a concentration in cybersecurity: the application of measures to protect computers and computer systems from unauthorized access and attack.
Our program graduates students who excel in applications engineering and team leadership. Your courses will include programming, circuits, digital design, electronics, operating systems, algorithms, and computer networks. You can also choose from technical electives such as integrated circuits, computer architecture, wireless sensor networks, wireless communications, multimedia communications, database systems, network security, and dependable computing.
For the BS in computer engineering, you'll complete 75 credits in general engineering and computer and electrical engineering courses with 122 credits overall. During your senior year, you will complete a team design project that provides real-world experience defined by current industry needs.
Concentration in cybersecurity: the application of measures to protect computers and computer systems from unauthorized access and attack.
Dual bachelor's degrees in electrical & computer engineering: Prepare to meet a broad range of challenges in these ever-changing high-tech fields.
September 2025
College of Engineering
Dion Building, Room 326,
285 Old Westport Road,
DARTMOUTH,
Massachusetts,
02747, United States
Student must have a secondary and/or post-secondary transcript.
English Language Proficiency
All non-native speakers of English must demonstrate English language proficiency and are required to submit TOEFL (79), IELTS (6.5) or PTE (53) scores.
Application Deadline: Fall: July 15th, Spring: December 1st.
*There may be different IELTS requirements depending on your chosen course.