If you have any questions regarding the application process for this program, please email masters_admissions@brown.edu.

Non-thesis

Students take a total of eight courses to satisfy the degree requirements. Students are expected to complete this program option in three semesters, taking three courses in the first and second semesters, and two courses in the third semester.

Thesis

Students take a total of eight courses, including independent reading and research courses. Students are expected to complete this program option in four semesters, taking three courses in the first semester, two in the second and third semesters, and one in the fourth semester. Students can switch between degree options during the program for greater flexibility. Students interested in pursuing the thesis option usually identify a faculty advisor during their first or second semester at Brown.

Professional

Non-thesis and thesis* students can also complete the professional track. In addition to the above requirements, a paid or unpaid experiential learning experience of three to six months is a required component of the professional track. Experiential learning can include a summer internship or completion of  ENGN 2960 (Experiential Learning in Industry (ELI)) as an elective course. Assistance in obtaining internships will be provided by the School of Engineering and the Center for Master’s Student Excellence.

*Thesis students need permission from their thesis advisor to pursue this track.

More information can be found on the School of Engineering’s ScM Requirements page.

Graduate Tuition & Fees

Please visit the Office of Student Financial Services for up-to-date tuition rates.

Brown’s master’s degree in electrical and computer engineering combines advanced technical coursework with opportunities for research, design and experiential learning. The flexible curriculum allows you to explore areas such as computer architecture, machine learning, computer vision, robotics, communications, biomedical instrumentation and neuroengineering. 

A master’s degree in electrical and computer engineering can prepare you to apply advanced technical skills across areas such as computer systems, machine learning, computer vision, robotics, communications, electronics, biomedical engineering and signal processing. Brown ECE graduates apply their technical knowledge across a range of industries and academic settings, pursuing careers in areas such as computing, engineering, technology and research.

Yes. Brown’s ECE master’s degree offers a thesis option that requires eight courses, including independent reading and research courses, along with completion of a master’s thesis. 

A master’s degree in electrical and computer engineering can help you build specialized technical expertise, expand your career opportunities and prepare for advanced work in engineering and technology. At Brown, you can tailor your graduate studies to areas of interest while gaining experience through advanced coursework, research and experiential learning.