Bachelor's degree · Tbilisi, Georgia

Bachelor of Computer Engineering

The Bachelor of Computer Engineering at the University of Georgia is a four-year, eight-semester degree taught entirely in English, covering both the hardware side of computing — circuits, microprocessors, embedded systems — and the software and networking layers built on top of it. Studying it in Tbilisi means a full engineering curriculum in English at $4,500 a year, in a city where a student can live comfortably on a modest monthly budget.

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University: The University of Georgia (UG)
Level: Bachelor's degree
Duration: 4 Years (8 Semesters)
Language: English
Tuition: $4,500 per year
Next intake: Fall 2026

Who this program suits

This suits students who want to work close to the machine — writing firmware, wiring up microcontrollers, designing networks — rather than only building web or mobile applications. You should be comfortable with mathematics and physics, since circuit analysis and signals work depends on both. It is a weaker fit if you dislike maths, want a purely business-oriented IT degree, or expect a laboratory-light programme with no hardware component.

What you study

Programming fundamentals, data structures and algorithms
Digital logic, circuit analysis and electronics
Computer architecture, microprocessors and embedded systems
Operating systems, computer networks and network security
Engineering mathematics, probability and signals
Software engineering practice and a final-year capstone project

Where it leads

Embedded systems or firmware developer working with microcontrollers
Network engineer or systems administrator in IT infrastructure roles
Software developer, particularly in backend, systems or IoT projects
Hardware test, support or automation engineer in manufacturing and telecoms
Master's study in computer engineering, computer science or electronics — the degree is a recognised Georgian bachelor's qualification, though each foreign university or employer applies its own evaluation rules

What it costs

Tuition is $4,500 per academic year, so roughly $18,000 across the four years. Living in Tbilisi typically costs around $300-450 a month depending on whether you share a flat and how often you eat out, so a realistic annual budget sits near $8,000-10,000 all in. Set aside extra for your first month's deposit and residence paperwork.

What the university asks for

The university asks for your high school certificate and A-Level certificates (or the equivalent school-leaving results from your country), evidence of English language proficiency where this applies to you, and a clear scan of your passport. Documents in other languages usually need translation, and the next intake is Spring 2026, so start gathering certificates early rather than close to the deadline.

High School & A-Level Certificates
Evidence of English Language Proficiency (if applicable)
Passport Scan

Questions students ask

How much hardware work does the programme involve?

A substantial amount. Alongside programming courses you take digital logic, electronics, computer architecture and embedded systems, which involve laboratory and project work with circuits and microcontrollers. If you want a software-only curriculum, a computer science degree would fit you better.

Do I need an English test to apply?

Evidence of English proficiency is requested where it applies to your case - for example, if your previous schooling was not in English. Requirements vary by applicant background, so the exact expectation is confirmed against your school documents before the application is submitted.

When does teaching start and how long is the degree?

The next intake is Spring 2026, and the degree runs four years across eight semesters. Because it begins in spring rather than autumn, your semester pattern will differ slightly from students who entered in the autumn cohort.