Overview

The Computer Engineering course at University of Maryland, Baltimore County (UMBC) offers two completion pathways: a 30-credit thesis option including Master's Thesis Research or a 33-credit non-thesis project option requiring a scholarly project and graduate project research. Coursework requires foundational Group A core subjects, including computer architecture and custom VLSI design, combined with advanced electives selected from computer and electrical engineering fields.

Key Facts

Research and coursework across the program encompass key specialization areas, including custom VLSI design, computer arithmetic algorithms, and reconfigurable computing; wireless sensor networks, hardware security, and embedded systems; and signal processing, machine learning optimization, and smart grid applications.

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Programme Structure

Courses include:

Computer Architecture

Custom VLSI Design

Reconfigurable System Design

Advanced VLSI Design

Computer Arithmetic Algorithms and Implementation

Hardware Security

Wireless Sensor Networks

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Duration

Full-time
- 24 months

Start dates & application deadlines

Starting 2027-08-24 00:00:00
- Apply before 2027-01-07 00:00:00 , International
Starting 2028-01-25 00:00:00
- Apply before 2027-06-01 00:00:00

Language

English

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Credits

30 SCH

Delivered

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Campus Location

Baltimore Highlands, United States

Disciplines

Computer Sciences Software Engineering View 341 other Masters in Software Engineering in United States

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Academic requirements

GPA

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General requirements

An Official Transcript
Three Letters of Recommendation
Statement of purpose (See Preparation Guidelines)
Graduate Record Examination (GRE) scores or GRE Waiver Form
TOEFL scores (International students only)

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Tuition Fees

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