Design Computer Systems – Top to Bottom
Move beyond coding & web and mobile applications
Learn to integrate hardware and software, developing complete solutions and guiding concepts from science fiction to real life.
- artificial intelligence
- autonomous vehicles
- biomedical devices
- cybersecurity technology
- machine learning
- quantum computing
- robotics
Leading in AI Education and Research
ECE is integral to artificial intelligence research and education at the University of Arizona. From healthcare and cybersecurity to autonomous systems and big data, researchers in ECE’s Computer Science and Engineering program collaborate across disciplines and partner with industry to make the internet safer, enable smarter systems, and bring inventions closer to everyday use.
ECE and CSE provide students with a strong foundation in AI and machine learning. Courses span theory, systems, hardware and applications. Students graduate with skills to lead in one of the fastest-growing fields, with AI-related jobs expected to grow 23% by 2030, according to the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics.
Connect theory to technology across industries
aerospace & defense > energy > healthcare > transportation > space exploration > mining & minerals
Academics
Do hands-on coursework and design projects
Computer Science and Engineering provides a flexible curriculum aligned with workforce needs and student interest.
- Hardware and software co-design
- Software development
- Engineering design
- Real-time, embedded and loT systems
- Big data analytics and bioinformatics
This bachelor of science program, based in the Department of Electrical and Computer Engineering, offers in-person and online study options.
See the Computer Science & Engineering Four-Year Degree Plan
Beyond Coursework
Gain leadership skills and advantages in the job market
- Career fairs and paid internships
- Sponsored, interdisciplinary design projects
- Far-reaching research
- Student clubs and professional organizations
Among clubs and organizations are the Software Engineering Wildcats, University of Arizona Robotics, and student chapter of the Institute of Electrical and Electronics Engineers.
Job Outlook: High-Tech in High Demand
Prepare for lucrative work in most fields
Computer science engineers are highly sought after with companies such as Google, Microsoft and Medtronic, government agencies like NASA, and as independent consultants.
