Computer Engineering

Our Department sits at the intersection of hardware and software, where innovation meets practical engineering. Our program is designed to equip students with the skills required to design, build, and maintain modern computing systems. With a strong emphasis on problem-solving, laboratory work, and real-world applications, we prepare our students to contribute meaningfully to technological development and engineering practice. We look forward to supporting your academic and professional journey.

The curriculum of the computer engineering option covers a wide range of subjects, including digital logic design, computer architecture, microprocessors, embedded systems, hardware description languages, operating systems, networking, and software engineering. Students gain a deep understanding of the principles, theories, and practices related to computer hardware, software, and their integration.

This program emphasizes the development of strong problem-solving and analytical skills, as well as practical engineering techniques. Students learn to design and analyze computer systems, develop and optimize hardware and software components, and implement solutions to real-world engineering challenges. They also gain skills in programming, circuit design, computer organization, and system integration.

Obafemi Awolowo University provides well-equipped laboratories and facilities for computer engineering students to gain hands-on experience. These include digital systems laboratories, computer hardware laboratories, networking laboratories, and software development environments. Students have access to tools, equipment, and resources necessary to design, simulate, and prototype computer systems.

The Department also encourages students to engage in practical training and internships with industries and organizations. This helps students gain real-world experience, develop professional networks, and apply their knowledge and skills in practical settings. It also provides opportunities for students to understand industry practices, emerging technologies, and engineering ethics.

Graduates of the Department have a wide range of career opportunities. They can work in industries such as computer hardware design, embedded systems development, telecommunications, robotics, semiconductor manufacturing, and software development. They can also pursue advanced studies or research in areas such as computer architecture, VLSI design, artificial intelligence, or pursue entrepreneurial ventures in the technology sector.

Overall, the Department provides students with a comprehensive education that combines the principles of computer science and electrical engineering. It prepares them to become skilled professionals capable of designing, developing, and integrating computer systems and hardware to meet the growing technological demands of various industries.

 

Entry Requirements – Undergraduates

Admission to Part I (part one) is by Unified Joint Matriculation Examination (UJME). To be eligible to take the examination, candidate must normally have the West African School Certificate or its equivalent, with credits in at least 5 subjects including English, Mathematics, Physics and Chemistry.

Student may be eligible for admission into Part II if they have any of the following, in addition to the University/Faculty General.
Admission requirements:
(i) Good Pass at the G.C.E. Advanced level or equivalent in Chemistry, Physics, Pure Mathematics or Applied Mathematics (Combined).
OR
(ii) National Diploma in Computer Science or related studies at upper credit.
Higher National Diploma in Computer Science or related studies at upper credit level may also be considered for Admission to the appropriate class.

Entry Requirements – Post Graduates

The Master of Science (M.Sc) Computer Engineering Entry Requirements

For the Master of Science in Computer Engineering, the following entry requirements apply:

(a) Holders of a Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science or Computer Engineering with at least Second Class (Lower division) or an equivalent qualification from an institution recognized by the Obafemi Awolowo University Senate.

(b) Candidates holding a Postgraduate Diploma in Computer Science, with a minimum weighted grade point of 60B+ or an equivalent qualification from an institution recognized by the Obafemi Awolowo University Senate.

The Master of Philosophy (M.Phil) Computer Engineering Entry Requirements

The minimum requirement for admission into the MPhil programme in Computer Engineering is:

a. A bachelor’s degree with a minimum of Second Class (Upper division) or equivalent, in Computer Science, Computer Engineering, Electronic Engineering or any other recognized equivalent discipline;

b. Candidates with M.Sc. by research degree in Computer Science, Computer Engineering or any other recognized equivalent discipline with a cumulative weighted average less than 60B+;

The Doctor of Philosophy (Ph.D) Computer Engineering Entry Requirements

The minimum requirement for admission into the PhD programme in Computer Engineering is:

a. Candidates with a Masters by research degree with a least a 60B+ average from an institution recognized by the Obafemi Awolowo University Senate;

b. Candidates on the MPhil Programme with an appreciable levels of research aptitude can transfer to the Ph.D. programme.