Introduction & Welcome
Welcome to the Faculty of Computing and Engineering at the University of Ulster.
The Faculty has a presence across Northern Ireland, with Schools on the Coleraine,
Jordanstown and Magee campuses of the University. The information provided here is
for those interested in finding out about the work of the Faculty and the
opportunities it offers. Those visiting are likely to include potential students,
looking for a suitable course, potential collaborators, wishing to find partners for
research projects, and those from industry, seeking help with specific technical
problems. We invite you to study the information presented and
contact us to
discuss your interests.
News Stories
Revolutionary Breakthrough by Ulster Scientists
A breakthrough by University of Ulster scientists could transform the production and industrial use of graphene, a powerful and versatile material that comes from graphite, the carbon in pencil lead.
New Year Honours List 2012
Professor Jim McLaughlin heads the list of people with strong connections to the University of Ulster who have been honoured in the New Year Honours List for 2012.
Help At Hand For Rheumatoid Arthritis Sufferers
Researchers at the the University of Ulster and C-TRIC are developing a bespoke 'data glove' fitted with sensitive movement sensors that could help the treatment of people with rheumatoid arthritis.
Internationally Renowned Researcher Appointed Professor at Ulster
The University of Ulster has announced the appointment of Girijesh Prasad, of the School of Computing and Intelligent Systems, as Professor of Intelligent Systems at Magee.
Asidua Offers Exceptional Opportunities for Graduates
University of Ulster students, Paul Teague from Belfast and Penny Loan from Ballymoney were among the prizewinners at the School of Computing & Information Engineering's annual prizegiving at the Coleraine campus.
Internationally Renowned Researcher Appointed Professor at Ulster
The University of Ulster has announced the appointment of Girijesh Prasad, of the School of Computing and Intelligent Systems, as Professor of Intelligent Systems at Magee.
Be Careful What You Wish For This Christmas
With mobiles phones topping a lot of Christmas wish lists this year, Telecommunications Engineering expert, Professor Gerard Parr and his colleagues at the University of Ulster have some timely advice for Santa -make sure you ask the right questions at the phone shop and beware of signal - blackspots'.
Potions and Explosions Show Goes Off with a Bang
The 'Potions and Explosions Science' show hosted by the University of Ulster, in partnership with the Royal Society of Chemistry, went off with abang with all the ingredients for a fun filled family event – plenty of noise, fizzing foam, revolting slime, and even a fire-breathing dragon.
Sunflower Power And The Next Generation of Ulster Engineers
University of Ulster engineers and pupils at a Portadown primary school have teamed up in a search for greener, more sustainable new fuels that could prove vital to our future energy requirements.
Industrial Placements Improve Employability
The majority of final year Engineering students at University of Ulster will secure employment in their chosen area when they graduate next summer, according to Ron Laird, Industrial Placement Coordinator with the School of Engineering.
Businesses Face Increased Smartphone Hacking
An anticipated upsurge in smartphone hacking will present a real challenge for businesses in 2012, according to University of Ulster academic and internet security expert, Dr Kevin Curran.
Importance of Links between Academia and Business Community Highlighted
The importance of successful links between the University of Ulster and major international and national companies was highlighted at the School of Computing and Intelligent Systems' annual awards presentation at the Magee campus.
Ulster Experts Probe NI's Broadband/Mobile Phone Service Quality
Low speed broadband, poor strength mobile phone signal, dropped calls, international roaming charges? If you've been affected by any or all of the
above, then the University of Ulster wants to hear from you.
University of Ulster Chair for Chinese Computer Science Expert
The University of Ulster has appointed Dr Hui Wang to a Chair in Computer Science.
Ulster Tech Spin-out Wins US Approval
Intelesens, a Belfast-based healthcare technology spin-out company from the University of Ulster, is set to enter the massive American healthcare market after getting the green light from US authorities for a pioneering health monitoring device.
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