Program Description
NYU Abu Dhabi’s Computer Engineering program prepares graduates to apply knowledge of discrete mathematics, differential calculus, integral calculus, probability and statistics, sciences, computer science, and engineering topics necessary to analyze and design complex electrical and electronic devices, software, and systems containing hardware and software components.
Computer Engineering majors study:
- machine architecture and logic design
- robotics
- multimedia
- computer networks
- operating systems
- database systems
- programming systems and languages
- digital devices and circuits
NYU Abu Dhabi offers six engineering degree programs: General Engineering, Bioengineering, Civil Engineering, Computer Engineering, Electrical Engineering, and Mechanical Engineering.
Each program is designed to create technological leaders with a global perspective, a broad education, and the capacity to think creatively. The uniqueness of the program lies in the integration of invention, innovation, and entrepreneurship into all phases of study. Students enjoy a learning environment conducive to creativity, which is at the heart of tomorrow’s technological innovations and enterprises.
Accreditation
The Computer Engineering program at NYU Abu Dhabi is accredited by the Engineering Accreditation Commission of ABET, and the Commission for Academic Accreditation (CAA). Graduates receive a Bachelor of Science degree.
Admissions
New York University's Office of Undergraduate Admissions supports the application process for all undergraduate programs at NYU. For additional information about undergraduate admissions, including application requirements, see How to Apply.
Note: NYU Abu Dhabi has pending changes to this program with their accrediting body, with an anticipated start term of Fall 2024. Because of this, these pages may change after publication.
Program Requirements
Course List
Course |
Title |
Credits |
| 4 |
| 4 |
| 4 |
| 4 |
| 4 |
| 4 |
| 6 |
| 0 |
SCIEN-UH 1101:1104 | Foundations of Science 1: Energy & Matter | 4 |
SCIEN-UH 1201:1204 | | 4 |
PHYS-UH 2115 | Electricity and Magnetism for Engineers | 4 |
or ENGR-UH 3130 | Quantitative Synthetic Biology |
MATH-UH 1012Q | Calculus with Applications to Science and Engineering | 4 |
MATH-UH 1020 | | 4 |
MATH-UH 1022 | | 4 |
MATH-UH 1024 | | 2 |
CS-UH 1002 | Discrete Mathematics | 4 |
ENGR-UH 2010Q | Probability and Statistics for Engineers | 2 |
ENGR-UH 1000 | Computer Programming for Engineers | 4 |
ENGR-UH 1010 | Engineering Ethics | 1 |
ENGR-UH 1021J | Design and Innovation | 2 |
ENGR-UH 2011 | Engineering Statics | 2 |
ENGR-UH 2012 | Conservation Laws in Engineering | 2 |
ENGR-UH 2013 | Digital Logic | 2 |
ENGR-UH 2017 | Numerical Methods | 2 |
ENGR-UH 2019 | Circuits Fundamentals | 2 |
ENGR-UH 2310 | Advanced Digital Logic | 2 |
ENGR-UH 2311 | Advanced Circuits | 2 |
ENGR-UH 2510 | Object-Oriented Programming | 2 |
ENGR-UH 3510 | Data Structures and Algorithms | 4 |
ENGR-UH 3511 | Computer Organization and Architecture | 4 |
ENGR-UH 3512 | Computer Networks | 4 |
ENGR-UH 3520 | Operating Systems | 4 |
ENGR-UH 3530 | Embedded Systems | 4 |
| 14 |
| Fundamentals of Complex Variables | |
| Bioimaging | |
| Instrumentation, Sensors, Actuators 1 | |
| Computer Vision | |
| Applied Machine Learning | |
| Signals and Systems | |
| Electronics 1 | |
| Engineering Honors Research | |
| Bio-sensors and Biochips 1 | |
| Applied Optimization | |
| Hardware Security 1 | |
| Robotics | |
| Selected Topics in Information and Computational Systems | |
| Selected Topics in Communication and Electronic Systems | |
| Electrochemical Energy Devices | |
| Software Engineering | |
| Database Systems | |
| Machine Learning | |
IM-UH 2310 | | |
| Computational Approaches to Music and Audio I | |
ENGR-UH 4011 | Senior Design Capstone Project I | 2 |
ENGR-UH 4020 | Senior Design Capstone Project II | 4 |
| 5 |
Total Credits | 130 |
Learning Outcomes
Upon graduation, NYU Abu Dhabi Computer Engineering students will possess:
- An ability to identify, formulate, and solve complex engineering problems by applying principles of engineering, science, and mathematics
- An ability to apply 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.
Policies
NYU Policies
University-wide policies can be found on the New York University Policy pages.
NYU Abu Dhabi Policies
A full list of relevant policies can be found on NYU Abu Dhabi's undergraduate academic policies page.