{"id":137813,"date":"2023-03-14T16:14:53","date_gmt":"2023-03-14T20:14:53","guid":{"rendered":"http:\/\/www.bu.edu\/eng\/?page_id=137813"},"modified":"2024-08-27T10:37:29","modified_gmt":"2024-08-27T14:37:29","slug":"ece-prosp-ugrad","status":"publish","type":"page","link":"https:\/\/www.bu.edu\/eng\/academics\/departments-and-divisions\/electrical-and-computer-engineering\/ece-prosp-ugrad\/","title":{"rendered":"Prospective ECE Undergrads"},"content":{"rendered":"

BU ECE<\/strong>\u00a0<\/span>creates engineers who shape the lives of future generations and make the world a better place. In addition to learning\u00a0<\/span>creative problem-solving skills essential for success, our\u00a0<\/span>Societal Engineers<\/a> develop a set of complementary skills, which enable them to transfer their education in technology to the real world<\/a>. BU ECE students graduate into dynamic careers<\/a> that go beyond traditional ECE fields to include data science, robotics, cyber security, photonics, synthetic biology, smart health, and smart cities.<\/p>\n

Questions? Contact the Undergraduate Programs & Records Office<\/strong><\/a> for more information!<\/p>\n

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Degree Programs<\/h2>\n

B.S. in Computer Engineering: <\/strong>you will build strong foundations in computer hardware, software, and networks that enable a wide range of applications, from Internet of Things to cybersecurity to cloud computing. Learn More<\/a>,<\/strong><\/span><\/p>\n

B.S. in Electrical Engineering: <\/strong>you will establish theoretical foundations in physical sciences, mathematics and computer programming that allow deeper exploration in very diverse areas, from photonics to autonomous navigation to artificial intelligence. Learn More<\/a>,<\/strong><\/span><\/p>\n

Whichever major you choose, BU ECE gives you the freedom to shape your own upperclass curriculum by selecting technical electives designed to deepen your knowledge in key areas of interest. Explore our Elective Course Clusters to learn more<\/a><\/strong>!<\/p>\n

Our five optional undergraduate concentrations<\/strong> are designed to facilitate specialization in a specific area or set of topics within the broader scope of Electrical and Computer Engineering, providing a focus for potential career choices or research paths. For more information, click the links below.<\/p>\n