Master's
Master of Science in Computer Engineering
Guard against invasions of privacy and cyberattacks. As a National Center of Academic Excellence in Cybersecurity, graduate students in this program study topics like artificial intelligence, high-performance computing, software engineering and computer security.
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How to Apply
Apply to UTA through the ApplyUTA graduate application. The computer engineering master’s program follows UTA’s standard admissions criteria.
Scholarships & Aid
Scholarships, fellowships, and assistantships are available through the Office of Graduate Studies and through most academic departments.
Research
The Computer Science and Engineering Department performs highly diverse research across a broad range of topics, contributing to UTA's status as a Carnegie R-1 university.
Earnings & Outlook
- Low: $85,430
- Median: $155,020
- High: $223,820
- Projected Growth: 7%
International Students
We welcome international students and help them navigate the process of applying and enrolling at UTA .
College of Engineering
30 Credit Hours
On Campus
Program Overview
As a National Center of Academic Excellence in Cybersecurity, UTA’s Computer Science and Engineering department is recognized for its strengths in areas like artificial intelligence, high-performance computing, software engineering and computer security.
The purpose of the graduate program in Computer Engineering is to facilitate the student's continued professional and scholarly development. The Master of Science in Computer Engineering is designed to extend the student's knowledge and emphasize a particular area of concentration.
The thesis option is designed to develop the scholarship and research skills of the student. It requires 30 credit hours of which six are thesis credits. The non-thesis option provides professional development to students with an engineering baccalaureate degree. This option is intended to serve the needs of students who, through their work, have experience doing projects but who do not wish to do a thesis. It requires 36 credit hours.
See the Master of Science in Computer Engineering in the catalog.
UTA offers the following post-baccalaureate certificates through the Department of Computer Science and Engineering:
Most Master's applications have the following deadlines. Check the department website for any deadlines that may be specific to the degree you want to pursue.
- Fall: March 15
- Spring: August 15
- Summer: February 15
Career Resources
The Kelcy Warren Career Experience Center has a dedicated staff member to assist graduate students in identifying and preparing for internships and full-time positions after graduation.
Engaged, Supportive Faculty
Our faculty have a wide array of diverse interests and specialties. They are highly active in research with total engineering-related expenditures at the University of more than $74 million.
A University of Distinction
UTA is a comprehensive teaching, research, and public service institution dedicated to the advancement of knowledge through scholarship and creative work.
Computer Engineering Research
UTA is a Carnegie R-1 Institution for research. Computer Science and Engineering faculty research areas include:
- Artificial Intelligence
- Big Data and Data Science
- Bioinformatics and Health Informatics
- Computer and Network Systems
- Human-Centered Computing
- Security and Privacy
- Software Engineering
- Theory
Living and Learning in the DFW Metroplex
The DFW Metroplex is known for its diverse culture, active job market, vibrant restaurant and cultural scene, and extensive outdoor recreation activities. With 24 Fortune 500 companies including Lockheed Martin, Bell Textron, Alcon, McKesson, AT&T, and CBRE headquartered here, UTA students have access to an extensive network of opportunities for internships and jobs.
On-Campus and Off-Campus Living
Students find a home-away-from-home either on campus or off campus. UTA Housing and Residence Life offer the perfect place for new students to meet life long friends, get engaged in on-campus events, and enjoy all-inclusive amenities. The Off-Campus Mavericks program connects students who live off-campus to campus life.
Makerspaces Across Campus
UTA’s Central Library FabLab boasts 8,000-square-feet of makerspace featuring 3D printers, laser cutters, screen printers, kilns, and much more for learners from any discipline or experience level. In addition to the FabLab, the College of Engineering boasts four makerspaces with a variety of equipment available to students who wish to create prototypes or complete projects.
