Electrical and Computer Engineering Bachelor of Science

3 Years On Campus Bachelors Program

Jacobs University

Program Overview

The Electrical and Computer Engineering (ECE) Bachelor of Science at Constructor University (formerly Jacobs University) is a dynamic three-year program with a sharp focus on communications, digital signal processing, and embedded systems, perfectly suited for students passionate about innovating in areas like Cyber-physical Systems, Internet of Things, and secure communications. You'll build a strong foundation through hands-on labs, programming, and research opportunities from day one, preparing you for top careers or grad school—all in a supportive, international environment that gets you industry-ready fast.

Curriculum Structure
Year 1 (CHOICE phase): Dive into the essentials with exciting intro modules that spark your interest and build core skills. You'll tackle Programming in C and C++ to master coding for signal processors, alongside Foundations of Communications and Electronics, where you'll explore basic circuits and signals through practical labs—setting you up perfectly for real-world engineering challenges right away.

Year 2 (CORE phase): Build serious depth with mandatory modules that sharpen your expertise in key ECE areas. Courses like Signals and Systems, Digital Signal Processing, and Communications Basics teach you to analyze and process signals with advanced tools, while Electromagnetics, Electronics, and Wireless Communication get you hands-on with circuit design, PCB automation, and info theory—turning theory into skills employers love.

Year 3 (CAREER phase): Choose your path—World Track for global adventure with internship/study abroad in semester 5, then cap it with a thesis and specializations like Coding Theory or Wireless Communications II in semester 6; or Campus Track for deeper on-campus dives into project/thesis, extra CORE modules, and those same cutting-edge specializations. This year hones your research chops and lets you specialize in hot topics like advanced digital design, making you stand out in job hunts or PhD apps.

Focus areas: Communications, digital signal processing, embedded systems, Cyber-physical Systems, IoT, connected vehicles, secure communication.

Learning outcomes: Master central concepts in electrical engineering, analog/digital circuitry, signal processing, probability, information theory; design circuits and systems; conduct research; apply skills to industry challenges like programming processors and PCB design.

Professional alignment (accreditation): Structured on the European Credit Transfer System (ECTS) with 180 credits for a BSc degree; meets rigorous graduation requirements including mandatory modules, thesis/project, and research involvement for seamless grad school or industry transitions.

Reputation (employability): ECE grads excel with early research exposure via faculty-led groups, strong prep for Master's programs (including at Constructor University) or high-tech industry roles; program redesign aligns directly with dynamic industry needs in signal processing and comms for top employability.

Experiential Learning (Research, Projects, Internships etc.)

At Constructor University, our Electrical and Computer Engineering Bachelor of Science program puts practical skills front and center, so you're not just learning theory—you're building real-world expertise from day one. Through extensive laboratory courses paired with lectures, you'll get hands-on experience with analog and digital circuits, digital signal processors, printed circuit board (PCB) design, advanced measurement tools, and simulations, all while developing teamwork in large-scale group projects. This setup helps you master self-directed group work, experiment reporting, and cutting-edge tech used in our ECE research labs, preparing you perfectly for industry or grad school.

Here are some standout experiential learning opportunities tailored to ECE:
- Advanced labs for up-to-date tech: Dive into experiments across signal processing, communications, and embedded systems, including programming digital signal processors (DSPs) and FPGAs (field-programmable gate arrays), plus PCB design and measurement automation in dedicated ECE labs.
- Group projects and self-directed teamwork: Work in teams on joint projects that combine theory with hands-on circuit building, simulations, and lab reporting to build workflow and social skills.
- Mandatory internships: Complete a required two-month (15 CP) full-time internship between your second and third years—or opt for a start-up track to develop your own business plan—gaining real professional experience and career insights.
- Research involvement: Join professor-led research groups early, using state-of-the-art ECE facilities for projects in areas like cyber-physical systems and IoT.
- Methods skills training: Build programming, data handling, and experimental skills through 20 CP of program-specific modules, including tools for signals, systems, and electronics.

Progression & Future Opportunities

At Constructor University, our Electrical and Computer Engineering Bachelor of Science program dives deep into hands-on learning right from the start, so you'll build real-world skills through extensive lab courses paired with lectures on topics like digital signal processing, electronics, and communications. You'll get practical experience programming digital signal processors and FPGAs, designing printed circuit boards (PCB), simulating circuits, and using advanced measurement tools—all in a setup that mirrors industry needs and prepares you for cutting-edge fields like Cyber-physical Systems and IoT. This approach not only deepens your theoretical knowledge but also hones teamwork and self-directed project skills in group settings, just like you'll encounter in professional teams.

Here's how our experiential learning shines for ECE students, with specific facilities and opportunities tailored to the program:

- Extensive ECE labs: Dedicated laboratory courses for analog/digital circuitry, signal processing, communications, and an advanced lab exposing you to up-to-date tech used in university research, including experiments across robotics, wireless comms, and micro-electronics.
- Group projects and self-directed work: Lecture-lab combos where you develop circuits, run simulations, program hardware like DSPs and FPGAs, and collaborate in large-scale joint project teams while documenting results in reports.
- Mandatory internships: A required 2-month (15 CP) full-time internship between years 2 and 3, or a semester-long (16 weeks) option, placing you in industry for real-world ECE application—often leading to job offers, with Career Services support.
- Specific software and tools: Hands-on with PCB design and measurement automation software, programming for digital signal processors/FPGAs, circuit simulation tools, and data handling in methods modules.
- Early research involvement: Join professors' research groups as undergrads in areas like signal processing and communications, using program-specific labs for cutting-edge projects.

Imagine turning these experiences into your launchpad for an exciting career—spots fill up fast, so apply today to secure yours.