Bachelor of Science Computer Engineering in Computer Engineering

Program Overview

The Bachelor’s degree in Computer Engineering provides a broad education in computer engineering fundamentals as well as the opportunity for in-depth study in specialized topics. Students will be able to develop and conduct appropriate experimentation, analyze and interpret data, and use engineering judgment to identify conclusions. Students completing the program will have a rigorous foundation in software and hardware engineering practice at the industry level and be prepared to pursue graduate studies in computer science, computer engineering, and other related disciplines.

The Bachelor's degree in Computer Engineering was designed with guidelines from the Association for Computing Machinery (ACM) and the Institute of Electrical and Electronics Engineers (IEEE) model curricula to meet the Accreditation Board for Engineering and Technology Engineering Accreditation Commission (ABET-EAC) standards.

The Bachelor’s degree in Computer Engineering is accredited by the Accreditation Board for Engineering and Technology-Engineering Accreditation Commission (ABET-EAC).

Possible Career Options

Computer engineering is a discipline that embodies the science and technology of design, construction, and implementation of software and hardware components of modern computing systems and computer-controlled equipment. The scope of knowledge includes different aspects of both engineering and computer science.

Software Development Engineer

Firmware Engineer

Application Developer

Software Engineer Manager

System Validation Engineer

Software Consultant

Hardware Engineer

PL/SQL Developer

Net Developer

I have always been interested by the way things work, especially computers. Our society is becoming more and more dependent on technology, so I think computer engineers will play an important role in the future for technological advances, which I wish to be part of.

Yannick Rajesh Kambrath, Computer Engineering (BSCE)

UTRGV Tuition Advantage

Launching in Fall 2022, this program will cover the cost of tuition and mandatory fees for students with a family-adjusted gross income of $125,000 or less.

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being a Vaquero has shown me the strong roots of our community. The pride in pursuing higher education for the betterment of not only ourselves but for our loved ones. Being a Vaquero ties into every student’s commitment to pursuing a better tomorrow.

Pedro Garcia, Computer Engineering (BSCE)

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