Electrical and Computer Engineering

Overview

Due to the rapid technological evolution over the past decade, communications, information, visualization and sensing technologies are increasingly becoming integrated. As a result, the interface between electrical engineering and computer engineering, once very distinct fields in themselves, is a growth area in the technology industry.  

This Electrical and Computer Engineering program from Abu Dhabi University, one of only two such integrated programs on offer in the UAE, will prepare you to tackle complex problems in the areas of microelectronics, communications and networking, power and renewable energy, embedded systems, robotics, the Internet of Things, machine learning, signal processing and information technology. 

The combination of the two disciplines emphasizes the increasing importance of traditional electrical engineering subjects like electromagnetics and signal processing to the new age of computer engineering. This holistic approach to electrical and computer engineering produces students better prepared to integrate modern computing systems into devices, products and services capable of bettering the world.

Due to the ever-changing needs of this agile industry, our curriculum is constantly evolving to meet the needs of the market.

Career opportunities

The continued worldwide growth in all aspects of electrical and computer technologies means this program opens up a wide array of career possibilities. Electrical and computer engineers are highly employable and can find work in many industries including electronics, automotive, IT, telecoms, manufacturing, energy, transport, aerospace, utilities and construction.

As a professional engineer already, this advanced degree will advance your career, whether it be through growth in your current role or new opportunities in this dynamic field.

The acquisition of a master’s degree demonstrates a high level of knowledge in your chosen field. You may use it to enhance your employability, as preparation for further academic research - if you opt to do a thesis as part of your degree you will be well prepared to enrol on a PhD program anywhere in the world - or as a means of professional training.