Collaborative Environment
Cross-disciplinary research and design experiences throughout the curriculum. Students are prepared to succeed in the changing engineering industry.
Engineering at CU Denver
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Comprehensive Programs
Bachelor's - PhD degrees in bioengineering, civil engineering, construction, computer science, electrical engineering, and mechanical engineeringFlexible Formats
Courses offered remotely, online, and in-person to meet demands of students in today's changing climate.Design and computing
The College of Engineering, Design and Computing at CU Denver develops the design-oriented engineers of the future through a forward-leaning curriculum that integrates technical skill with computing and design innovation within a culture of collaboration, creativity, and diversity. Discover how we integrate design and computing across all our curriculum.
Engineers of the Future
For the past 10 years, the U.S. has put a strong focus on science, technology, engineering and math fields, but there is still a serious shortage of workers. We are dedicated help fill that gap with our high-quality, accredited engineering programs.
At CU Denver, we're redesigning engineering education to create the agile and versatile engineers of the future. We integrate cutting-edge computing technology and design innovation across engineering disciplines, while providing experiences that develop creativity, collaboration, entrepreneurship and leadership. Our location in the heart of the city gives our students ample hands-on learning opportunities and access to industry connections and partnerships.
Bioengineering - Unparalleled opportunities in biomedical engineering and health sciences, with students taking classes at both CU Denver and the CU Anschutz Medical Campus. (offering BS, MS, and PhD degrees)
Civil Engineering - Be prepared for careers in the planning, design, construction, and management of the built environment. (offering BS, MS, MEng, and PhD degrees)
Computer Science - An in-demand field, computer science is transforming products and services in industries such as finance, health care, transportation, and education. (offering BS, BA, MS, and PhD degrees)
Construction Engineering - Our programs combine coursework in engineering, construction management, business, and architecture. (offering BS in Construction Engineering and Management, BS of Construction Management, and graduate tracks)
Electrical Engineering - These programs stress the rigorous scientific and theoretical foundations of the electrical engineering discipline with an interdisciplinary focus. (offering BS, MS, MEng, and PhD degrees)
Mechanical Engineering - Get ample hands-on experience paired with a strong background in theory and analysis in numerical methods and finite element analysis. (offering BS, MS, MEng, and PhD degrees)
Relevant programs for today's workforce - We integrate meaningful design and computing experiences throughout our curriculum.
Interdisciplinary research focus areas - Specialize your electives and/or research interests in areas like health technology, smart cities, and more.
Far-reaching, engaged student organizations - Our student organizations provide resources like career preparation events, industry panels, and access to networking at professional conferences.
Graduate engineers of the future - Eight undergraduate programs and 15 graduate programs spanning five disciplines, many with industry support.
- $10.4 M in research funding awarded
- 13 patents granted
- 8 licensed technologies
- 11 startups launched
- 205 peer-reviewed journal articles
- 168 invention disclosures
*2018-2019 data
- 1,310 undergraduate students
- 430 graduate students
- 24% female, 75% male
- 39% students of color
- Average age 25.5
- Student to faculty ratio 26:1
"This is what education is supposed to be about. It’s getting to take all the information you learn in computer science classes and actually apply it - to put hands on it and turn it into knowledge instead of just theory."
Student
Inworks, Fall '19 Semester
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