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From the optical fibers that connect the world, to deep space exploration, many of humanity’s greatest achievements would have been unthinkable without electrical and computer engineers. Our department has played an important role in many of these advancements. You can add to our legacy in world-class photonics, high-frequency diodes, and materials science research, and extend our long-standing tradition in computer engineering, devices and circuits, signal and image processing, and communications.
Our co-location with the University of Virginia's School of Medicine enables ECE faculty and students to conduct research in medical imaging, microfluidics, electrophoresis, bio-molecular engineering, and biomedical and cyber-physical data mining. Machine learning and artificial intelligence now influence everything we do, including the design and operation of engineered systems; you can leverage our investments in machine learning research to ride the AI wave.
UVA Engineering Presents: 2021 Virtual Visit Day!
On Friday, September 24th from 2pm – 4pm, UVA Engineering will open its (virtual) doors to share all of the exciting offerings at UVA.
2:00pm – 2:30pm:
The UVA Office of Graduate Programs will share a welcome and information about applying, details of an M.S. vs Ph.D. degree, earning potential of a graduate degree, and various options to fund your graduate degree.
2:30pm-3:30pm:
Meet faculty and students in electrical and computer engineering, hosted by the Department's graduate student council.
3:30pm-4:00pm:
Representatives from the Center for Engineering Career Development, Center for Diversity in Engineering, Link Lab/NRT Program and the Office of Graduate Programs will share information and answer any questions you may have about their offerings.
CLICK HERE TO REGISTER.
Let's Talk!
Join a conversation with Interim Department Chair Jim Aylor, Associate Chair for Graduate Studies Zongli Lin and Computer Engineering Program Director Barry Johnson, facilitated by members of UVA ECE's Graduate Student Council.
Dive Deeper Into Our Research
Learn more about our research program's strategic focus and cross-cutting areas.
Reach out to your future advisors, professors and mentors
ECE currently has 39 FACULTY MEMBERS.Over 80% of the faculty are tenured or tenure track, including 13 assistant professors. Collectively, our faculty have earned many awards and honors.Twelve have earned NSF CAREER Awards; five others have earned young investigator, inventor or faculty awards. Thirteen are Fellows of the Institute of Electrical and Electronics Engineers. Over the past three years, on average, the department has obtained $13.3 million in external funding. ECE faculty frequently serve as editors and program or conference chairs, and regularly publish at top conferences and journals.
Network with Distinguished and Energetic Alumni
As a member of ECE's extended community, you can network with energetic and distinguished alumni. Our department benefits from alumni representation on the board of trustees, a strong record of stewardship and financial support, and thought leadership within our discipline.
Community Connections
UVA ECE's culture is outward looking and entrepreneurial. We actively engage in cross-disciplinary research and provide many opportunities to find mentors and make connections beyond our Department. We know that work-life balance is important to you, and encourage you to take advantage of all that Charlottesville has to offer.
Before you go
Thank you for joining us today. Please take a moment to share your feedback and comment on your experience.
Complete the feedback form: https://applycentral.virginia.edu/register/2022ecerecruitmentvisit
Mark your calendars for March 18!
There will be a live session for Link Lab from 11:00 a.m. to Noon ET on March 18. Pre-registration is not required.
Join the session at https://virginia.zoom.us/j/99354345686?pwd=cEx3MERrU05KSTExdzJGRkErMWdaUT09
Meeting ID: 993 5434 5686 / Passcode: 429001.
Additionally, UVA's School of Engineering and Applied Science Office of Graduate Programs and Office of Diversity, Equity and Engagement are hosting two virtual sessions on March 18.
Join the morning session from 8:00 to 9:00 a.m. ET
https://virginia.zoom.us/j/97948268564?pwd=NzRKZkRxQ3hibU56U0JQUm4rWm5xQT09
Meeting ID: 979 4826 8564 Passcode: 606978
Join the afternoon session from 1:00 to 2:00 p.m. ET
https://virginia.zoom.us/j/91691172602?pwd=WEw5R0Ixcy9STk1lNWxsTjFPS0FmQT09
Meeting ID: 916 9117 2602 Passcode: 721917
The Charles L. Brown Department of Electrical and Computer Engineering provides thought leadership via award-winning research, out-of-the-box solutions and turning-point ideas.
We aspire to be an inclusive and welcoming place for all, and a hub of innovation where research and teaching go hand-in-hand.
Our mission is to prepare the next generation of electrical and computer engineering leaders to solve society’s grand technological challenges and improve quality of life.