College of Engineering
Bachelor of Science in Computer Engineering
Overview
Computer engineering is a driving force behind innovation and technologies that are changing the world, pushing computing power and capabilities to the edge. Bridging hardware, software, networking, and lately artificial intelligence, computer engineering graduates fill an ever-growing demand across many industries, ranging from IT infrastructure to healthcare, green energy to aeronautics.
Design, development, testing and manufacturing of smart systems are the foundation of this program that will enable you to work in all areas served by technology. From working on tiny computerized systems found in thermostats or the latest smartphone apps to significantly larger ones found in industrial robots, cars, or data centers, the emphasis is on innovation and hands-on experience to transform cities to smart cities in virtually all sectors.
A rich selection of elective courses including security, mobile application development, artificial intelligence (AI), machine learning, Internet of things and cloud computing means you can customise your learning to exactly what you see as your future role in this fast-paced industry.
Developed according to the standards of international professional bodies such as the Institute of Electrical and Electronic Engineering (IEEE), the IEEE Computer Society (IEEE-CS), and the Association for Information Technology Professionals (AITP), this program ensures that you will be uniquely qualified to design, analyze, and test wide-ranging solutions using state-of-the-art technologies.
We pride ourselves on the agility of our program, responding quickly to the ever-changing market needs. As technology advances and evolves, so do our curriculum and students.
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Program educational objectives and student outcomes
Program Educational Objectives
The following program objectives are broad statements that describe the career and professional accomplishments, which should be achieved few years following our students’ graduation. In general, our graduates are expected to:
- Demonstrate their success as computer engineers with a good set of technical, problem solving, and leadership accomplishments.
- Participate in life-long learning activities such as training, continuing education, or graduate studies.
- Contribute to the development and the growth of local and global communities and uphold their ethical, social, and professional responsibilities.
Student Outcomes
The following learning outcomes describe competencies and skills that our students acquire by graduation:
- an ability to identify, formulate, and solve complex computer engineering problems by applying principles of engineering, science, and mathematics.
- an ability to apply computer engineering design to produce solutions that meet specified needs with consideration of public health, safety, and welfare, as well as global, cultural, social, environmental, and economic factors.
- an ability to communicate effectively with a range of audiences.
- an ability to recognize ethical and professional responsibilities in engineering situations and make informed judgments, which must consider the impact of engineering solutions in global, economic, environmental, and societal contexts.
- an ability to function effectively on a team whose members together provide leadership, create a collaborative and inclusive environment, establish goals, plan tasks, and meet objectives.
- an ability to develop and conduct appropriate experimentation, analyze and interpret data, and use engineering judgment to draw conclusions.
- an ability to acquire and apply new knowledge as needed, using appropriate learning strategies.
Tuition fees structure & calculation
Abu Dhabi
Al Ain
Tuition is based upon the College and/or Department classification as opposed to the course classification or level. Tuition rates for undergraduate students vary from the tuition rates for graduate students.
The tuition fee calculations are an example only and are based on the assumption that elective courses will be taken with the College that the student is taking their major with. However, if the student selects elective courses outside of this College, the total cost payable may increase or decrease to reflect the tuition rate of the College where the elective is delivered.
Costs of books and supplies are not included in the Tuition and Fees. Students at Abu Dhabi University are also required to pay certain fees and other costs to attend the University. Abu Dhabi University reserves the right to change tuition and fee rates at any time. A tuition schedule is published prior to registration for each semester.
For more information, please click here to view the University's tuition fee structure. Fees are subject to change during the year as per government charges and testing bodies.
Career opportunities
A common misconception is that Computer Engineering students are being prepared for jobs as computer technicians or MS Office application experts. The reality is that five of the top seven most important technology jobs for the future come under the umbrella of computer engineering. You can work in Big Data, cyber security, AI/robotics, IoT, and cloud computing.
Graduates of this program have gone on to work in a wide range of companies including, but not limited to, Abu Dhabi Distribution Company, Abu Dhabi Food Control Authority, ADGAS, ADNOC, Abu Dhabi Islamic Bank, Creative Robotics, Etisalat, MDS Computers, Ministry of Interior, the Ministry of Education, and twoFour54.
Entry requirements
Successfully passing ADU’s remedial course in physics
Achieving the minimum average of 90% on completing grade 12
Achieving the minimum average of 80% on completing grade 12
Successfully provide evidence / certificate of completing at least 11 years of schooling.
English language proficiency requirements
For programs taught in English, a minimum score range of 1100 - 1225 on the English language portion of the EmSAT examination, or its equivalent on other national or internationally-recognized tests that are approved by the CAA, such as TOEFL scores of 173 CBT (Computer-Based Test), 61 IBT (Internet-Based Test), 500 PBT (Paper-Based Test), or 5.0 IELTS (taken at Amideast or Knowledge Group), or their equivalent.
International Students
We also welcome applications from international students with a variety of secondary school certificates, and grades from other educational systems across the world, so long as they are recognized, and meet the conditions stipulated by the UAE’s Ministry of Education- Higher Education Affairs. For more information on the entry requirements for international students, please visit International Undergraduate Requirements
Transfer Students
Undergraduate students may apply for credit transfer for courses taken prior to joining Abu Dhabi University only once, when they first apply for admission. For more information on requirements for credit transfer, visit Undergraduate Transfer Students.
Applicants with grades and English Language Proficiency Test scores that don’t match the above requirements may be granted exceptions for conditional admission, dependent on their successful completion of required coursework or meeting specified criteria.
Course outline
Scholarships
Abu Dhabi University is dedicated to empowering outstanding students and inspiring them to pursue their educational objectives.
Our scholarship and financial aid program represents a key pillar in our strategy for academic excellence and reflects our commitment to supporting the development of the UAE.
We consider it an important national duty to provide equal opportunities for students interested in pursuing higher education and enable them to proactively contribute to society regardless of their financial situation.
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