International Direct: International direct admission to University of Illinois at Chicago Global is for international students with advanced English-language skills. It focuses on academic, cultural, and professional growth so students can excel in school—and prepare for a successful future.

As an international direct student at University of Illinois at Chicago Global, students will receive: • Exclusive and rigorous academic coursework • Priority access to in-demand courses that fit their interests • Guidance from academic advisors and mentors • Career development and networking opportunities • Intensive classes with domestic students

Bachelor of Science - Computer Engineering: Computer Engineering is concerned with the application of electrical engineering and computer science principles to the design of computer systems and digital networks. Through creative utilization of tools and knowledge, a computer engineer designs digital systems that are being employed in virtually all fields of human endeavor.

Bachelor of Science in Computer Engineering of University of Illinois at Chicago is fully accredited by the Engineering Accreditation Commission (EAC) of the Accreditation Board for Engineering and Technology (ABET). The program offers course in computer languages, data structures and algorithms, software design and development, circuit analysis, signal processing, computer architecture, digital networks, microprocessor-based design, digital electronic circuits design, and computer operating systems design. Furthermore, in consultation with an advisor, each student can follow an individualized program by taking courses selected from a departmentally approved list of technical elective courses for computer engineering.

The graduates from Bachelor of Science in Computer Engineering will: • have knowledge of fundamental principles in computer engineering and fundamental scientific principles and tools to design and develop products and practical solutions for problems in public and private sectors • demonstrate an ability to function independently and in multidisciplinary teams with the communication skills and ethical conduct necessary for professional success • demonstrate an understanding of the need for life-long learning, acquiring new knowledge, and mastering emerging technologies and new tools and methods • have knowledge necessary to pursue graduate/ professional education and/or engineering practice.