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Gone are the days when a degree alone — any degree — was enough to guarantee a stable career path. The US Bureau of Labor Statistics provides some context, projecting that STEM jobs will grow 10.8% between 2022 and 2032, compared to 2.3% in non-STEM jobs. This explains why students are increasingly turning their gaze towards 21st century topics, specifically the kind covered in Quinnipiac University’s School of Computing and Engineering.
With a steadfast commitment to interdisciplinary collaboration, industry-level training and state-of-the-art facilities, the school equips students to become not just experts and innovators, but also creative thinkers and problem-solvers. At the heart of its philosophy is a faculty of practising engineers passionate about their craft. Their experiences breathe real-world insights into classrooms. Quinnipiac’s 11:1 student-faculty ratio further ensures students get keen attention from faculty, the kind that sets them up for future career success.
Since no two aspirations are the same, the school offers an array of undergraduate engineering and computer science programmes, which, according to the US News & World Report, are some of the country’s best. For aspiring computer scientists, it offers two pathways: a Bachelor of Science (BS) and a Bachelor of Arts (BA) in Computer Science. The BS emphasises computer design and programming for careers like software developer or network administrator. It covers web development, data structures, cryptography, and more. Meanwhile, the BA programme takes an interdisciplinary approach, applying computer science to fields like business and design.
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The BS in Software Engineering is a better pick for those who want to go further. Apart from coding, this programme teaches them the ins and outs of system design, quality assurance, project management, and testing too. The school’s state-of-the-art facilities provide an experiential and collaborative learning environment, with hands-on projects in network systems, security, and software design and development.
The BS in Civil Engineering is equally experiential, giving learners hands-on exposure in the five main sub-fields of civil engineering: structural, environmental, geo-technical, water resource and construction management. In the BS in Industrial Engineering programme, students gain expertise in designing and optimising systems to enhance efficiency and quality across various industries while simultaneously earning a Certificate in Engineering Management. The flexible curriculum has optional concentrations in Automation Systems and Robotics, Healthcare Systems Engineering, and Ergonomics and Human Factors as well.
Those more interested in designing, building, testing and improving mechanical systems and devices can pursue the BS in Mechanical Engineering instead. This programme can help them develop the design and analytical skills required to thrive in various fields — from aerospace, robotics and automotive to power and energy, manufacturing, and biomedical.
In 2022, 96.6% of the School’s graduates landed employment or pursued graduate studies within six months of graduating. Source: Quinnipiac University
What all five programmes have in common is their emphasis on hands-on learning. For example, computer science students work in labs filled with advanced equipment, including four distinct internal networks. Similarly, civil engineering students use state-of-the-art facilities such as a fluids lab with a functional wind tunnel, an environmental workshop for water analysis, and a fabrication lab for creating prototypes and mockups.
Beyond classrooms, residential students can explore their passions at Quinnipiac through its Living-Learning Communities (LLCs). Open to all first-year students in the School of Computing and Engineering, the Computing and Engineering LLC provides a supportive environment for students to take on activities and opportunities that can make a positive impact at Quinnipiac and beyond.
The theme of practice persists throughout the year across Quinnipiac’s three campuses in Hamden and North Haven, Connecticut. From participating in events like hackathons to laser-cutting pumpkins for jack-o’-lanterns and testing the stability of gingerbread houses, the university is always spearheading fun, innovative ways to career-proof its learners.
Its commitment to immersive learning experiences even transports students outside the US. Last year, professors Grant Crawford and Ruby ElKharboutly planned a two-week engineering excursion to Cairo, Egypt, that provided 10 to 12 students with a unique experience exploring the intersection of ancient Egyptian art and engineering. Professor Crawford had led similar two-week excursions prior that saw students travelling to Italy, Switzerland, and Germany.
“This is just another way for students to have a unique cultural experience, look at the world a little bit differently, broaden their horizons, and develop themselves as individuals,” says Crawford.
The school’s mechanical, civil, industrial, and software engineering programmes are accredited by the Engineering Accreditation Commission of ABET. Source: Quinnipiac University
With all of this in mind, it’s easy to understand why Quinnipiac University has a 98% placement success rate. Fueling this statistic is its comprehensive career services, which focus on professionalism, offering guidance in writing, presenting, and communication skills.
There is a central office of career development and experiential learning that supports students regardless of their major or school. Each school has its own career development office to further guide students through the career exploration process too. Handshake, its job and internship database, provides direct access to opportunities and industry contacts. Students even benefit from one-on-one career coaching and support for graduate school planning, resume and cover letter assistance, interview preparation, and access to career fairs and networking events.
Find out how else Quinnipiac empowers students to transition seamlessly from engineer-in-training to engineer-in-practice.
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