BS in Computer Engineering

As a Computer Engineering major at SHU, you’ll gain a unique experience with an innovative curriculum that combines technological tools and student-centered, project-based learning with industry integration.

Why Earn Your BS in Computer Engineering at Sacred Heart?

With a Bachelor of Science in Computer Engineering degree from SHU, you will explore computer science, electronic engineering, and digital systems with an emphasis on theory, analysis, and design. You won’t just develop your technical savvy -- you’ll enhance your communication skills and emerge from the program able to communicate complex computer engineering concepts to a range of audiences.

Sacred Heart’s computer engineering curriculum is aligned with industry-needed competencies, providing the platform for a successful career in computer engineering, systems engineering, software engineering or programming. You will discover the best of both the hardware and software worlds immersed with the entrepreneurial resources and connections of the Welch College of Business & Technology.

In the computer engineering program, you will also:

• Benefit from small class sizes with personal attention from accomplished faculty who are industry leaders
• Learn to analyze, design, and test digital computer systems, architectures, networks, and processes
• Develop transdisciplinary skills and proficiency in subfields of computer engineering, such as hardware, software, and systems 
• Gain exposure to a variety of industries and applications via partnerships with local businesses and business leaders
• Work in the 11,000 square foot, state-of-the-art IDEA Lab, filled with engineering “toys” including microcontrollers, drones, sensors, 3D printers, and laser cutters 
• Have access to the Advanced Vehicle Research Studio (AVRS), a one-of-kind teaching drone lab
• Collaborate with other computer engineering students in local and statewide competitions
• Expand your knowledge and have fun while participating in on-campus engineering events
• Have access to facilities such as the engineering lab (IDEA Lab), motion capture/gaming lab, more than 10 computer classrooms, artificial intelligence, cybersecurity, and AR/VR Labs
• Complete an internship with nearby affiliate companies or on campus in our computer support center or network operations center and IDEA Lab
• Participate in SHU Innovate, a student engineering club

Partner with industry leaders

We have several industry partners that we work closely with through internships and full-time job opportunities. Students get to interact with engineers from companies through capstone projects, class visits, and mentoring. We know our students’ abilities and skills and pay personal attention to find them the right fit. Recent, industry-led/sponsored projects:

• Kinima Fit: Virtual fitness trainer software and hardware development.
• TPR2: Design and development of a 3d printer and extruder for flame retardant plastics.
• MPI: Mentoring by MPI professionals, software development.
• Sikorsky: Funding for our drone development lab.

SHU is the only university in Connecticut that hosts engineering within its business school, which has shown significant advantages-- and the job market is thriving. There are currently 6,000 computer engineering jobs available within 100 miles of SHU.

Graduate prepared for a career in computer engineering

With a Computer Engineering degree from SHU, you’ll be prepared for a career as a:

• Hardware/software engineer
• Web and app developer/programmer
• Systems engineer
• Technology consultant
• Digital systems designer

Dual Degree Program Options for Computer Engineering Majors

Sacred Heart University’s dual degree programs make it easy for first-year students to move from an undergraduate degree to a graduate degree.

Some programs need specific majors, but others are open to most fields of study. Apply as an incoming first-year student, and you can be accepted into both programs at once. Reach out to your admissions counselor to learn about your options.