Tufts University - School of Engineering
Certificate in Computer Engineering
- Medford, USA
- Boston, USA
Certificate
DURATION
2 semesters
LANGUAGES
English
PACE
Full time
APPLICATION DEADLINE
16 Jan 2027
EARLIEST START DATE
Sep 2027
TUITION FEES
USD 1,855 / per credit
STUDY FORMAT
On-Campus
Key Summary
About: The Certificate in Computer Engineering at The Tufts University School of Engineering gives foundational knowledge in connected systems, networking applications, and computer architecture. You’ll hone skills in analysis, design, and operation of computing devices and software with hands-on focus on embedded systems, IoT, hardware design, and systems integration. The programme offers over 15 credit hours and blends research-led teaching to prepare you for technical roles or further study.
Career Outcomes: Graduates move into technical roles in industry. Potential career paths include embedded systems engineer, network engineer, hardware architect, firmware developer, IoT developer, systems analyst in robotics, or various startups.
In the certificate program in computer engineering, students gain foundational knowledge in connected systems, networking applications, and computer architecture. Hone your skills in the analysis, design, and operation of computing devices and software, offering over fifteen credit hours.
At least five lecture-based courses must be taken from a published list of computer engineering core courses. From these core courses, at least one course must be taken from each of the following three core areas:
- Computer Networking
- Computer Architecture
- Computer Software/Systems
The School of Engineering offers partial tuition scholarships for a select group of Engineering master’s and certificate programs. When you apply for admission, you’ll automatically be considered, there’s no separate scholarship application or additional information required. Applicants are encouraged to apply early for priority scholarship consideration.
Advance your engineering career at an R1 research university. Explore 20+ master's programs, gain hands-on industry experience, and connect with Boston's innovation community. Apply today to be considered for scholarships.