ECE Degree Programs
ECE offers BS, MS, MEng, and PhD degrees.
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Bachelor of Science (BS) in Electrical Engineering
With a degree in electrical engineering, you’ll learn the skills needed to begin a career in a wide range of fields, from robotics to medical imaging.
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Bachelor of Science (BS) in Computer Engineering
As a computer engineering student, you will build a strong foundation in the physical sciences, mathematics, and computer science necessary for engineering computer hardware, software, and networks.
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Concentration in Technology Innovation
The Technology Innovation concentration instills an entrepreneurial mindset in BU’s engineering students, preparing them to recognize and exploit opportunities for technical innovations that can lead to viable commercial products and profitable businesses.
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Concentration in Nanotechnology
Explore the emergence of nanotechnology and its effects on biomedical, photonic, electronic and atomic systems.
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Concentration in Energy Technologies and Sustainability
The Energy Technologies concentration for undergraduates allows students the opportunity to aquire, fundamental understanding of the environmental impacts of various energy technologies, leading to careers in green technology.
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Minor in Electrical Engineering
Undergraduates of all majors may opt to complement their degree with an in-depth minor in electrical engineering.
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Minor in Computer Engineering
Undergraduates may opt to complement their degree with an in-depth minor in computer engineering.
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Master of Science in Electrical & Computer Engineering
Our integrated Master of Science in Electrical and Computer Engineering Degree provides training, skills, and expertise across these traditionally separated domains. It gives you great flexibility in how you shape your Master of Science program and how you present yourself to potential employers.
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Master’s Degree Internship Degree Option: Engineering with Practice
The Engineering Practice designation, when added to an MS or MEng degree, recognizes the power of combining rigorous academic coursework with supervised real-world research or industrial applications.
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LEAP: A Master’s Program for non-Engineers
A unique program that enables students without an undergraduate engineering degree to earn a master's degree in engineering.
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PhD in Computer Engineering (CE): Post-Master’s Degree
Our PhD program provides applicants the opportunity for rewarding interdisciplinary study with world-renowned faculty.
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PhD in Electrical Engineering (EE): Post-Master’s Degree
As a PhD student in Boston, you will be in the midst of a vibrant high-tech research community with world-renowned faculty.
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PhD in Computer Engineering (CE): Post-Bachelor’s Degree
As a computer engineering PhD student, you will pursue theoretical and empirical studies alongside our world-renowned faculty.
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PhD in Electrical Engineering (EE): Post-Bachelor’s Degree
As an electrical or computer engineering PhD student, you will pursue theoretical and empirical studies in a topic area determined by your interests, while working with our world-renowned faculty.
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Master’s Degree Specializations
Interdisciplinary specialization in Robotics, Data Analytics, or Cybersecurity add value to your Masters' Degree, giving students an edge in rapidly growing economic sectors that are in need of Engineers.
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Engineering Science (for non-ENG majors)
This minor is designed for non-ENG students interested in gaining a general introduction to the concepts and applications of the field of engineering.
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Grand Challenge Scholars Concentration
Students interested in engaging with the Grand Challenges of our time may add this concentration to any degree within the College of Engineering. More information coming soon.
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Master of Science in Robotics & Autonomous Systems
The Master of Science in Robotics & Autonomous Systems has been designed to combine instruction in the underlying theoretical basis for modern robotics and autonomous systems with machine learning and hands-on experience in industry or research. Through coursework highlighting cutting-edge technologies and paid internship placements with industry partners and pioneering researchers, students graduate prepared for successful careers in industry or for further study in a doctoral program.
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Concentration in Machine Learning
Machine Learning is an important area of research and practice influencing many diverse application domains and industries. Students may add this concentration to any degree within the College of Engineering.