Master in Computer Engineering (Master's)

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Graduates are qualified for high-demand roles in hardware and software systems design. The programme focuses on applied research and industry-aligned projects in AI, cybersecurity, and embedded systems. Students work closely with IEEE Fellow faculty in small classes. The degree is offered on a standard two-year or accelerated one-year schedule.

Focus areas include Applied Artificial Intelligence, Cybersecurity, Computer Architecture, Embedded Systems, Machine Learning, Data Communications.

The programme requires 30 credit hours, distributed across core courses, elective courses, and a research project or thesis. Credits are for the full degree, not a concentration.

Graduates pursue careers in systems design, AI development, cybersecurity engineering, and embedded systems at technology firms and healthcare organizations.

Applicants must hold a bachelor's degree in computer or electrical engineering from an ABET-accredited program, or a related field with completed prerequisites. A minimum 3.00 GPA is required. Official transcripts and proof of English proficiency are needed for international applicants.

The programme totals about 30 credit hours. On-campus, full-time or part-time, with standard two-year or accelerated one-year options. For international students, tuition is around the median for US programmes. The institution admits about 78% of applicants.

Manhattan College is a Lasallian Catholic institution guided by faith, respect, learning, community, and social justice. Students from all backgrounds are welcomed to develop academically and personally, with opportunities to grow as leaders and contribute to their communities. Campus housing, dining, counseling, fitness facilities, and supportive services help students settle into residential study.

Academic options are organised across the Kakos School of Arts & Sciences, the O’Malley School of Business, and the School of Engineering. Arts and Sciences programmes develop critical thinking and research skills across the sciences, humanities, and social sciences. Business students study finance, analytics, marketing, and entrepreneurship through hands-on learning and internships. Engineering programmes combine technical education with practical design experiences connected to New York City’s engineering and technology sectors. Internships, employer partnerships, and alumni connections are part of the academic experience across the schools.

Riverdale provides a quieter campus base in the Bronx, with tree-lined streets, cafés, and a strong campus feel. Van Cortlandt Park, covering more than 1,100 acres, is nearby. Midtown Manhattan is around 30 minutes away, giving students access to internships, museums, entertainment, cultural institutions, and networking opportunities. More than 80 clubs and organisations support involvement beyond classes, while the city and the Bronx provide opportunities to explore culture, history, food, and innovation.