Program Overview
The Computer Engineering at California State University Fullerton is a MSc programme in Computer Science & IT over 24 months, delivered On-campus. This programme equips graduates with advanced knowledge and practical skills for professional and academic careers in the field.
Students gain a rigorous grounding in both the theoretical foundations and applied dimensions of computer science & it. The programme combines coursework, research components, and practical projects that develop critical thinking, problem-solving, and specialist expertise relevant to industry and research needs.
Graduates of the Computer Engineering programme are well-prepared for careers in academia, industry, government, and the private sector across United States and internationally. The programme provides an internationally recognised qualification within the Bologna higher education framework.
Key Program Features
- Duration: 24 months
- Language of instruction: English
- Study mode: On-campus
- English requirement: IELTS 6.5
- Tuition: USD 14,403 (Tuition (Year)) — International students
- Location: Fullerton, United States, United States
Career Opportunities
Graduates of the Computer Engineering programme are prepared for diverse careers in computer science & it:
- Software Engineer / Developer
- Data Scientist
- Machine Learning Engineer
- IT Project Manager
- Cybersecurity Analyst
- Cloud Solutions Architect
Program Curriculum
Course Structure
- Intro to Logic Design
- Low Power Digital IC Design
- Advanced Nanoelectronics
- Testing and Design for Testability
- Advanced Computer Architecture
- Mixed-Signal IC Design
- VLSI Testing and Design for Testability
- Advanced Secure Hardware Design
- Advanced Nanoelectronics
- Project
- Thesis
- Independent Graduate Research
Admission Requirements
Academic Requirements
You need the following GPA score:
Applicants for graduate programs must have the equivalent of a bachelor’s degree with a minimum GPA equivalent to 2.5 on a US 4.0 grading scale. Admitted applicants typically have an undergraduate GPA of or better on a 4.0 scale. No exam grade should be lower than 4.5 (European grade scale) or D (American grade scale).
Your GPA (Grade Point Average) is calculated using the grades that you received in each course, and is determined by the points assigned to each grade (e.g. for the US grading scale from A-F).
Admission Requirements:
Students shall at the time of enrollment:
- Have completed a four-year college course of study and hold an undergraduate degree in computer engineering or a related discipline from an ABET accredited institution or from an institution accredited by a regional accrediting association;
- Be in good academic standing at the last college or university attended; and
- Have attained a minimum grade point average of 2.5 in cumulative or last 60 semester units (90 quarter units)
English Proficiency: IELTS 6.5 or equivalent.
Tuition & Financial Information
Tuition Fee
USD 14,403 (Tuition (Year)) — International students
Tuition fees: USD 14,403 (Tuition (Year)) — International students
IELTS requirement: 6.5
Financial Aid & Scholarships
Contact California State University Fullerton directly for scholarship, grant, and financial aid information for this programme. Many European universities offer merit-based and need-based funding for international and domestic students.
About California State University Fullerton
California State University Fullerton
United States
California State University, Fullerton is a public research university in Fullerton, California, United States. With a total enrollment of more than 41,000, it has the largest student body of the...
University Profile- Application Deadline May, 2027
- Start Date Aug, 2026
- Language English
- Duration 24 months
