About the course

The Master?s degree programs in the Electrical and Computer Engineering Department are designed for graduates and professionals who wish to enhance their knowledge of a specialized body of theoretical and applied topics in ECE. Through focused learning and research, graduates will not only gain a high level of expertise in their chosen field of study, but will also acquire strong professional skills, which will allow them to rapidly progress in their career. Our Master?s degree programs equip our graduates for career advancement in industry or for continuation to a doctoral program.

　　The M.S. in Computer Engineering program provides students with advanced knowledge on current and future generation computer hardware and software technologies. The program is structured to emphasize the following technical areas of focus:Computer Architecture and Hardware Design

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Start dates and prices

Course fees are indicative and should be used as a guide. Speak to a counsellor to get an accurate price.

　　Duration: 3 Semester(s)Fees: Not available

Intake	Location
Spring (January), 2024	Charlotte
July, 2024	Charlotte
Fall (August), 2024	Charlotte
Spring (January), 2025	Charlotte
July, 2025	Charlotte
Fall (August), 2025	Charlotte
Spring (January), 2026	Charlotte
July, 2026	Charlotte

　　

How to apply

Entry requirements for University of North Carolina - Charlotte

In addition to the established Graduate School admissions criteria, the Department of Electrical and Computer Engineering seeks the following from applicants to the Master?s program in Computer Engineering (MSCPE):

　　An earned undergraduate degree in Electrical and Computer Engineering or a ly related field of engineering or sciences

　　Applicants with baccalaureate degrees in fields other than Electrical and Computer Engineering (e.g. physics, mathematics, computer science, etc.) may be considered for admission, if satisfactory evidence on the aptitude to pursue graduate studies in Electrical and Computer Engineering is demonstrated. If additional preparatory courses are required, such courses should be taken before applying for the MSCPE.

　　A proven track record with a minimum undergraduate GPA of 3.0 on a 4.0 scale

　　Additional academic credentials, such as other attempted post-baccalaureate studies undertaken, if applicable, may also be submitted

　　Satisfactory scores in the quantitative and verbal sections of the Graduate Record Examinations (GRE) general test

　　For international applicants from non-English speaking countries, a minimum Test of English as a Foreign Language (TOEFL) score of 220 (computer-based), 557 (paper-based), or 83 (internet-based) must be obtained. Other official English proficiency tests such as MELAB and IELTS may also be acceptable, as stated in the Graduate School?s admissions section.

　　Admission is based on the overall background, motivation, and potential, as determined by the department

　　

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