Bachelor of Science in Computer Engineering Co-operative
Edmonton, Canada
BSc
DURATION
5 years
LANGUAGES
English
PACE
Full time
APPLICATION DEADLINE
EARLIEST START DATE
STUDY FORMAT
On-Campus
Key Summary
About: The Bachelor of Science in Computer Engineering Co-operative at The University of Alberta gives a broad foundation in hardware and software theory and application, preparing students for roles across computing and electrical domains. The Faculty of Engineering offers state-of-the-art labs, research projects, team-based courses and co-op work placements. You're located in western Canada's energy and resources hub. If you're applying from high school you must enter the qualifying first year of Engineering and choose your degree after year one.
Career Outcomes: Graduates work as computer engineers and software designers, systems designers, electronics circuit designers via co-op placements in industry.
Why study Computer Engineering? (Co-operative)
Computer engineers play a key role in designing, constructing, and integrating the technology that continues to change our lives every day. Our Computer Engineering program provides you with a broad background in the theory and application of hardware and software technologies. As a result, graduates are qualified for positions ranging from traditional computer engineering positions (e.g. software designer, computer systems designer) to positions often associated with electrical engineering (e.g. electronics circuit designer).
Why study Engineering at the University of Alberta?
The Faculty of Engineering is widely recognized as one of the top Engineering schools in Canada, with globally renowned professors, state-of-the-art labs and teaching spaces, and highly specialized facilities and areas of research.
Throughout your degree, you’ll have the opportunity to gain hands-on experience, participate in research, and contribute to team projects both inside and out of the classroom.
We are centrally located within the heart of western Canada's energy and resources industries, with strong connections to industry and unmatched work placement opportunities.
Please note: If you are applying directly from high school, you must apply to the qualifying first year of Engineering. After you complete your first year you will have the opportunity to choose a specific degree program.
Co-op option
This degree can be taken as a Co-op (co-operative education) program. Through the Co-op program, you will have the opportunity to complete paid, supervised work terms throughout your degree. Co-op programs are great way to challenge yourself, gain relevant work experience, and make connections to industry before you graduate!
Most co-op programs include five work terms lasting four months each, in addition to the usual eight terms (four years) of full-time study. Therefore, co-op programs require five years to complete.
Specialization option
As part of this program, you can choose to take a Software Option (Co-op only) or a Nanoscale System Design Option.
Possible Careers
- Computer Engineer
