Academic Programs and Offerings in Electrical & Computer Engineering

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Explore Electrical & Computer Engineering Academic Programs and Opportunities

The Electrical & Computer Engineering Department at the University of Mississippi offers bachelor's, master's, and doctoral degree programs, with research and teaching conducted in a supportive environment that features a low student-to-faculty ratio and a strong emphasis on student success.

For prospective graduate students, our electrical and computer engineering faculty are conducting interdisciplinary research in focus areas of broadband wireless, space systems, military defense systems, and environmental monitoring. Please visit our research page to learn more and contact our faculty members directly to inquire about current openings in their labs.

Discover more about our degree offerings through the links below.

Programs in Electrical & Computer Engineering

We offer undergraduate and graduate-level electrical & computer engineering programs.

Graduate Program Information

Electrical and Computer Engineering offers four distinct graduate emphases to prepare students for advanced careers in research, industry, and innovation.

Computer Engineering

A graduate degree in engineering science with an emphasis in computer engineering prepares a student with advanced technical knowledge and communication skills for pursuing a career in industry, engineering research and development, or public/government service.

Students entering the program come from a variety of engineering and nonengineering disciplines such as physics and computer science.

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To learn more information, reach out to our Computer Engineering graduate program coordinator:

Dr. Sakib Md. Hasan
mhasan5@olemiss.edu

Electrical Engineering

A graduate degree in engineering science with an emphasis in electrical engineering prepares a student with advanced technical knowledge and communication skills for pursuing a career in industry, engineering research and development, or public/government service.

Students entering the program come from a variety of engineering and nonengineering disciplines such as physics and computer science.

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To learn more information, reach out to our Electrical Engineering graduate program coordinator:

Dr. Lei Cao
lcao@olemiss.edu

Electromagnetics

A graduate degree in engineering science with an emphasis in electromagnetics prepares a student with advanced technical knowledge and communication skills for pursuing a career in industry, engineering research and development, or public/government service.

Students entering the program come from a variety of engineering and nonengineering disciplines such as physics and computer science.

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To learn more information, reach out to our Electromagnetics graduate program coordinator:

Dr. Alexander Yakovlev
yakovlev@olemiss.edu

Telecommunications (M.S only)

An M.S. in engineering science with emphasis in telecommunications prepares a student with advanced technical knowledge and communication skills for pursuing a career in industry, engineering research and development, public service, or for doctoral work.

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To learn more information, reach out to our Telecommunications graduate program coordinator:

Dr. Lei Cao
lcao@olemiss.edu

Undergraduate Advising Sheets

Both the B.S. degree in electrical engineering and computer engineering each offer two distinct tracks tailored to students’ interests and career goals.  Students can follow the standard track or pursue a manufacturing emphasis, incorporating classes at the university’s Center for Manufacturing Excellence. Explore the advising sheets below for an overview of the curriculum and course options.

 

Advising Sheets for Electrical and Computer Engineering Undergraduate Programs

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Electrical & Computer Engineering Accreditation

Accreditation is an important indicator of academic quality and program rigor. The electrical and computer engineering programs at the University of Mississippi are designed to meet high standards that prepare students for success in professional practice, graduate education, and beyond.

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