Academics

The Department of Electrical and Computer Engineering (ECE) is home to an internationally renowned group of faculty members, state-of-the-art research equipment, and ample resources offered by a great university.

In close collaboration across disciplines, faculty and students transform bold new ideas into groundbreaking results. The ever-evolving curriculum seamlessly spans the broad disciplines of electrical and computer engineering.

Undergraduate Programs

Bachelor of Science in Computer Engineering

Bachelor of Science in Electrical Engineering

Combined BS/MS Degree

Please also explore our special programs including undergraduate honors, certificates and minors, internship opportunities, and study abroad.

Introductory Courses

Northwestern students who are interested in changing their major, or simply sampling the computer engineering or electrical engineering field, can take individual introductory courses.

Learn about introductory computer engineering courses
Learn about introductory electrical engineering courses

Undergraduate Research

In the Department of Electrical and Computer Engineering, undergraduate students have ample, rich, and varied opportunities for doing real research in labs alongside graduate students and faculty members.

Learn more about undergraduate research