Electrical and Computer Engineering

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Electrical and Computer Engineering will give you the power to change the world. From providing clean, efficient energy to controlling digital data, from global communication to nanotechnologies, from robotics to entertainment, the future is being created by our graduates today. If you want to make a difference, study Electrical and Electronic Engineering or Computer Engineering at UC - the future is in your hands.

Our graduates are sought after internationally and many work for well-known companies.

We have a strong tradition of excellence in research, supported by some of the best-equipped facilities in New Zealand. UC is fortunate to be situated in a progressive, high-tech community and we have strong ties with local industry.

The department teaches three programmes in the Bachelor of Engineering with Honours, Electrical and Electronic Engineering, Computer Engineering and Mechatronics Engineering.

Electrical & Electronic Engineering

BE(Hons) graduates in Electrical and Electronic Engineering create the systems that power our world.

Computer Engineering

With a BE(Hons) in Computer Engineering, graduates build next-generation devices.

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Postgraduate study options

Postgraduate study offers better professional qualifications, which are sought after by employers.

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Research and innovation

Our extensive research networks make us leaders in electrical engineering innovation.

Facilities and equipment

We have some of the best-equipped laboratories in New Zealand.

Industry collaboration

We have extensive links with industry, giving our students real-world problem solving experience.

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Electrical and Computer Engineering at UC

News, events and seminars

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View the upcoming events in Electrical and Computer Engineering

Find out about UC events in Electrical and Computer Engineering for students, staff and the public, from seminars and lectures to social events.

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Departmental seminar series

Electrical and Computer Engineering hosts regular seminars. Anyone in the University is welcome.