At the University of Nevada, Reno, we train aspiring computing professionals to use technology to solve important societal problems.

Whether we're working to help robots better understand human intentions or harnessing the power of big data to help researchers study climate change, we're excited about all the ways technology is changing our world.

Department of Computer Science & Engineering

High-impact research Our research has been supported by major agencies and industry partners including the National Science Foundation, NASA, Google and Microsoft.
Learn more about our work
Kostas Alexis and two graduate students carry a lighted drone in a dark tunnel
Versatile graduate programs Graduate students are the heart of our department. We offer both industry-oriented master's degree programs and a research intensive Ph.D. degree.
Explore our graduate programs
A graduate student demonstrates virtual reality hand motion using Google cardboard and an earbud
Industry-oriented undergraduate degrees Our rapidly growing undergraduate program includes a combined computer science & engineering degree as well as a number of interdisciplinary minors in emerging areas of computing.
See what we offer undergraduates
A group of students work on computers in the Knowledge Center

Cybersecurity Center

Shamik Sengupta

The University of Nevada, Reno is home to a thriving interdisciplinary Cybersecurity Center. Faculty in the Department of Computer Science & Engineering play a leading role in research, education and outreach programs in the center, and we're proud to be on the forefront of making cyberspace a safer place. 

Visit the Cybersecurity Center website

Department news

Check presentation with two million dollar check and research team

DARPA international robotics challenge won by University of Nevada, Reno team

Walking and flying robots met challenge of navigating underground environments.

Engineering dean and students gathered on the steps of the William N. Pennington Engineering Building

College of Engineering welcomes 8 National Merit Scholars, 55 Presidential Scholars

On August 20, the College of Engineering held a welcoming ceremony for the 8 National Merit Scholars and 55 Presidential Scholars who joined the College this fall.

Employer and student shaking hands at table

Mark your calendars: College of Engineering’s Internship and Career Fair

On September 22, the College of Engineering will connect students with employers and agencies offering internships and jobs.

View all engineering news

Events calendar

Oct 27

10:00 AM

Arts

Symposium: Stories About Computers at Mathewson - IGT Knowledge Center on the University of Nevada Reno campus
Oct 29

12:00 PM

Academic Lectures and Seminars

UNR Cybersecurity Center Seminar Series Talk: Cyber Terrorism

Are you ready to make a world of difference?

Join the College of Engineering students, faculty and alumni who are developing the ideas, techniques and technologies that change the world.

Apply today