Master in Computer Engineering (Master's)

Tuition is Tuition and fees are subject to change and are based on residency status and credit hours taken.. Applications for the Jan 2027 intake are due by Nov 15, 2026.

Students work on designing and analyzing hardware-software systems through lab-based projects and system-level implementations. They engage in advanced coursework in embedded systems, computer architecture, and intelligent systems, with hands-on experience in real-time operating systems and system-on-chip design. The programme offers both thesis and non-thesis tracks to support research or professional development paths.

Focus areas include Computer Architecture, Embedded and Cyber-Physical Systems, AI Systems and Architecture.

The programme requires 30 credit hours, including core courses, a specialty area of nine credits, electives, and a completion option. The thesis option includes six thesis credits; the non-thesis option requires two additional 5000- or 6000-level courses.

Graduates pursue roles in system design, embedded systems development, and intelligent hardware-software integration within industry or research settings.

Applicants need an undergraduate degree in computer science, computer engineering, or software engineering with a minimum 3.0 GPA. A GRE score of at least 305 (quantitative 160, verbal 145) is required, or 300 (quantitative 155, verbal 145) with possible additional coursework. International students must meet TOEFL or IELTS language requirements.

The programme totals about 30 credit hours. On-campus, full-time or part-time, typically completed in two years. For international students, tuition is around the median for US programmes. The institution admits about 81% of applicants.

In Arlington, UTA offers campus-based study in the Dallas-Fort Worth area, with a 420-acre campus, residence halls, on-campus apartments, student centers, and shuttle services. The Dan Dipert University Welcome Center supports campus visits and navigation. Students can also explore the campus through a 360-degree virtual tour. UTA's Maverick identity comes through in events, horse statues, hand signs, Homecoming, and other traditions that connect students to campus life.

UTA offers more than 180 degree programs across nine colleges. Academic areas include architecture, planning and public affairs, nursing and health innovation, engineering, and multidisciplinary studies. The university is a Carnegie R-1 institution, with research addressing major social challenges. Its nursing programs make UTA the largest producer of baccalaureate-educated nurses in Texas, while the College of Engineering offers the most comprehensive range of engineering degree programs in North Texas. Fast Track options allow eligible undergraduates to earn graduate credits during their senior year.

International students have access to dedicated international student services alongside academic advising, career development, counseling, health services, and military and veteran support. More than 100 countries are represented in the student community. Campus life includes more than 300 clubs and organizations, 16 NCAA Division I teams, Greek life, leadership opportunities, and a student-led experiential learning cafe. These resources give students several ways to build networks beyond the classroom.