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Graduate Programs and Certificates in Electrical or Computer Engineering

The Department of Electrical & Computer Engineering offers graduate programs leading to a master of science (MS) degree in either electrical engineering or computer engineering and a doctor of philosophy (PhD) degree in electrical engineering, with options in either electrical engineering or computer engineering.

The department also offers a choice of certificate programs, which provide specific career benefits to working professionals. These courses are compatible with degree requirements, if students later decide to transition to a degree program.

Individuals may also enroll in graduate courses as non-degree students without applying for admission to a graduate or certificate program, when space is available and with permission of the instructor.

Research areas

Key research areas within the Department of Electrical & Computer Engineering reflect the faculty's expertise and interests across a variety of fields.

Graduate courses

Most graduate courses are usually offered before 10am or after 3:30pm once or twice a week, to accommodate both full-time and part-time students. 

Financial assistance

A number of graduate teaching and research assistantships are awarded to qualified students who have been accepted for admission to a degree program and have requested financial assistance.

Academic & program information

Student information