Engineering Success for UU Students
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 StoriesUlster Student is Driven to Success
Computing student Alistair Hagist from Ballymena has certainly made the most of his summer holidays during his time at University.
Computing student Alistair Hagist from Ballymena has certainly made the most of his summer holidays during his time at University.
Students 'Dare to be Digital'
A team of local students are set to represent Northern Ireland in the finals of an international video game development competition.
A team of local students are set to represent Northern Ireland in the finals of an international video game development competition.
Ulster Research To Develop Hi-Tech Clothing For Elderly
Researchers at the University of Ulster are embarking on a ground-breaking research project to develop hi-tech clothing, which could improve older people’s quality of life.
Researchers at the University of Ulster are embarking on a ground-breaking research project to develop hi-tech clothing, which could improve older people’s quality of life.
Magee Hosts Major Microsoft Games 'Summit'
Experts in the multi-million pound computer games industry are taking part in a two-day international event at the University of Ulster's Magee Campus focused on using Microsoft's XNA video games development platform.
Experts in the multi-million pound computer games industry are taking part in a two-day international event at the University of Ulster's Magee Campus focused on using Microsoft's XNA video games development platform.
Spiking Up Computational Intelligence
Computational Intelligence research at the Magee Campus will ultimately lead to the development of intelligent machines, robots and systems that will improve the quality of our lives, according to University of Ulster academic Professor Liam Maguire, Head of School of Computing and Intelligent Systems.
Computational Intelligence research at the Magee Campus will ultimately lead to the development of intelligent machines, robots and systems that will improve the quality of our lives, according to University of Ulster academic Professor Liam Maguire, Head of School of Computing and Intelligent Systems.
Ulster Scientists Harness Brain Waves To Combat Disability
University of Ulster scientists are teaming up with partners across Europe to help develop cutting edge technology for people that will help people with severe physical disabilities communicate with the world.
University of Ulster scientists are teaming up with partners across Europe to help develop cutting edge technology for people that will help people with severe physical disabilities communicate with the world.
Scholarship Success for Ulster Computing Student
A University of Ulster computing student has won a place on the prestigious Asidua Scholarship Programme.
A University of Ulster computing student has won a place on the prestigious Asidua Scholarship Programme.
Ulster Research Signposts New Medical Era
Advanced research at the University of Ulster is leading the way to a new generation of medical implant devices that should radically improve patient health and aid recovery from trauma or degenerative diseases.
Advanced research at the University of Ulster is leading the way to a new generation of medical implant devices that should radically improve patient health and aid recovery from trauma or degenerative diseases.
Technology Will Ease Healthcare Dilemma - Ulster Researchers
Hi-tech home-based health monitoring will be a vital part of the solution offered to alleviate some of the healthcare pressures posed by the world's ageing population over the next 20 years.
Hi-tech home-based health monitoring will be a vital part of the solution offered to alleviate some of the healthcare pressures posed by the world's ageing population over the next 20 years.
Ulster Expert Spearheads Major UK-India Digital Project
Professor Gerard Parr, an internationally renowned ICT expert at the University of Ulster, is to co-lead a high-profile team of UK and Indian scientists and industrial engineers in a £9.2 million research drive to ensure both nations reap the full benefits of the digital economy.
Professor Gerard Parr, an internationally renowned ICT expert at the University of Ulster, is to co-lead a high-profile team of UK and Indian scientists and industrial engineers in a £9.2 million research drive to ensure both nations reap the full benefits of the digital economy.
Top Engineering Students Recognised at Ulster
Outstanding students from the University of Ulster’s School of Engineering have been recognised at a special award ceremony this week.
Outstanding students from the University of Ulster’s School of Engineering have been recognised at a special award ceremony this week.
Accolade For Leading Biomedical Researcher
Dr Chris Nugent has been appointed Professor of Biomedical Engineering at the university.
Dr Chris Nugent has been appointed Professor of Biomedical Engineering at the university.
Ulster Researcher to Star in RTE Documentary
A University of Ulster researcher is set to star in a new television series which examines Ireland’s scientific contributions to the world.
A University of Ulster researcher is set to star in a new television series which examines Ireland’s scientific contributions to the world.
Archive of previous news and events
Engineering Success for UU Students
As part of Engineered! A Week of Wonder, a week-long programme of events celebrating engineering in Ireland, the Faculty of Computing and Engineering hosted a lunchtime seminar by Professor Noel Sharkey in the Octagon, Coleraine Campus on Tuesday 10th February.
Workshop: Novel Approaches to Promoting Student Engagement
A one-day workshop has been hosted by the School of Computing and Information Engineering at the Coleraine campus on 30th October 2008. The workshop examined issues related to student engagement at both undergraduate and postgraduate levels.
Conference: IMVIP 2008
The International Machine Vision and Image Processing Conference (IMVIP2008) was hosted by the School of Computing and Information Engineering. The conference took place from 3rd-5th September 2008 at the Ramada Hotel in Portrush
UKSAF Summer Meeting 2008
The Summer Meeting of the UK Surface Analysis Forum was hosted at Jordanstown on 2nd July by the School of Electrical and Mechanical Engineering. The meeting addressed the challenges and opportunities for the application of surface analytical techniques to real world problems in industry, medical technologies and academic research.
Alumnus News: Dr Peng Ye
Baidu, the leading Chinese language internet search provider, have announced the appointment of Dr Peng Ye as Chief Operating Officer. Peng holds a PhD in Information and Software Engineering from the Faculty, and was previously the Country General Manager of Apple China.
Higher Education AcademyThe Faculty of Computing and Engineering hosts the Subject Network for Information and Computer Sciences