Computer engineering is one of the most sought-after courses by admission seekers in Nigeria annually. Reasonably so, computer engineering offers a range of opportunities for its graduates. And with the continuous increase in technological developments, there will continue to be job opportunities for computer engineers who are not only tech-savvy but smart.

Chemical Engineering graduates have numerous employment opportunities in Nigeria. Most of them presently employed in both private and government-owned industries which manufacture cement, soaps and detergents, alcoholic and non-alcoholic beverages, pharmaceuticals, textiles, pulp and paper, fertilizer, paints, steel billets, and petroleum products, to name a few.

If you want to become a computer engineer and avail yourselves of some of the abundant opportunities for computer engineers in Nigeria and beyond, you need to study computer engineering in one of the best schools offering the course to start with.

Many universities offer computer engineering in Nigeria today – both public and private. However, only a few universities that provide quality computer engineering degree course that compete with what you can obtain in other climes. In the list below, we list some of the best universities for computer engineering in Nigeria.

Please note that the list is not an exclusive list of the best schools for computer science and the list is written in no particular order.

Best schools for computer engineering in Nigeria

Covenant University, Otta

According to the World Universities Rankings, Covenant University is the best university for 2020. This is a recognition well-deserved. In recent times, the privately-owned university has taken the front seat in proving quality, student-centered learning for students from Nigeria and beyond, a semblance of what is obtainable in developed other climes.

The school is also known for embracing cutting-edge technology and churning graduates who have become key players in various industries and very successful entrepreneurs. Going by this token, Covenant University is arguably one of the best universities for Computer Engineering in Nigeria. The school calls the department computer and information science department.

The Department started in 2002 when the University commenced. Computer Science and Management Information System programmes were under the then Department of Computer and Information Technology with Prof. T.S. Ibiyemi as the Head of the Department.

In August 2017, the headship of the Department of Computer and Information Science (CIS) witnessed the emergence of a pioneer faculty in the person of Prof. V.C. Osamor to pilot the affairs of this strategic Department. He served as the HOD CIS between 2017 and 2018. Proffesoor Osamor handed over to the new HOD, Professor Ambrose Azeta, which has since assumed this leadership role as the current HOD, CIS. The Department which started with 13 faculty has produced several graduates at B.Sc, M.Sc and Ph.D levels.

University of Lagos

Another best university to study Computer Engineering in Nigeria is the University of Lagos. Apart from the part that Unilag is the most sought-after school in Nigeria one of the 3 best universities in Nigeria 2020, Unilag is reputed has the university with the largest alumni who are the most successful entrepreneurs in Nigeria.

Unilag Engineering is one of the best in Nigeria. The school was founded in 1962 and has 3 campuses on Lagos, the commercial headquarters of Nigeria.

 Federal University of Technology, Akure

Federal University of Technology Akure (FUTA) one of the leading public universities in Nigeria.  The school was established in 1981. The school is reputed as one of the best in Nigeria and the Federal University of Technology Akure is consistently ranked among the top universities in the country that has a computer school program.

At the onset (2015/2016 academic session), the Computer Engineering Programme took off with seventy (70) students. Since then there has been a growth in the Programme and a steady increase in student enrollment to a total of 265 students in the 2018/2019 academic session.

In 2017/2018 academic session, a Coordinator Dr. (Mrs) F. M. Dahunsi was appointed to coordinate the programme in conjunction with the Head of Department of Electrical and Electronics Engineering Dr. A.A. Ponnle.

In November 2018, the Programme became a full-fledged Department and Dr. (Mrs) F. M. Dahunsi was made the Ag. Head of the Computer Engineering Department. The Department is empowered by staff from the Computer Engineering Department and both the Electrical and Electronics Engineering Department and Computer Science Department with a number of Professors, Readers, Senior Lecturers, and others.

The University promotes an interdisciplinary approach in the delivery of courses. Engineering Mathematics are taught by Mathematical Science Department, Mechanical Engineering Department handles Engineering Drawings and other Mechanical Engineering related courses, other engineering departments in the School of Engineering handles other related engineering courses, while Computer Science Department is responsible for some software related courses.

The Department is equally benefitting from inputs from the Department of Physics and Department of Chemistry, particularly in related areas. The University encourages staff development.

The Federal Technology Minna

Futminna is one of the best universities in technology and one of the best universities in Nigeria. The school has a faculty of engineering that comprises of the computer engineering department.

School of engineering and engineering technology (SEET) is one of the Schools in the Federal University of Technology, Minna. It was established in earnest in 1986 and produced its first set of graduates in 1989.

The Departments of Agriculture, Civil, Electrical & Computer and Mechanical Engineering were the first to commence in the School. Subsequently, Chemical Engineering was established a year later. Currently, the School has expanded further with many new departments namely Computer Engineering, Telecommunication Engineering, and Mechatronics Engineering.

Although the School started with a humble population of fewer than twenty students, it now has over 2,500 undergraduate students in the eight departments.

The Department of Computer Engineering was established in 2009. The Department awards a degree of B. Eng. (Computer Engineering) for the undergraduate. The Department now runs postgraduate programmes in M. Eng. and Ph.D. (Computer Engineering).

Computer Engineering is one of the Departments in the School of Engineering and Engineering Technology. Other Departments in the school include Agriculture & Bioresources Engineering, Chemical Engineering, Civil Engineering, Electrical/Electronics Engineering, Material & Metallurgical Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Mechatronics Engineering, and Telecommunication Engineering.

The Department encourages research activities and staff development as well as adequate practical/industrial exposure for her students.

University of Benin

Uniben’s faculty of engineering goal is to be the best Faculty of Engineering in any Nigerian University that is world-acclaimed where the frontiers of engineering and technology are constantly being advanced, and socially responsible professional engineers required by both the public and private sectors are produced for the rapid industrialization and development of Nigeria to the greatest benefit and satisfaction of the University of Benin and all stake-holders in the Nigerian University system.

The department of computer engineering at the University of Benin is one of the best in Nigeria.

The need for the establishment of a Department of Chemical Engineering was recognized, and priority of consideration was accorded it in 1970 at the founding of the Midwest Institute of Technology, Benin, which subsequently became the University of Benin, Benin City.

The establishment of the Department in 1973 with the offering of a programme for the degree of Bachelor of Engineering in Chemical Engineering as one of the two-degree programme in the Department of Chemical and Petroleum Engineering. The programme for the Bachelor of Engineering in Petroleum Engineering was the other programme.

Afe Babalola University

Afebabalola University established her Computer Engineering Department was in September 2010. The programme has seasoned senior academic staff in different areas of specialization to contribute their expertise towards the growth of the programme and the department.

In accordance with COREN requirements, each student has a personal computer to ease information dissemination for academic homework and practical improvements on computer literacy.

So far, the University has maintained strict compliance with its academic calendar which makes it possible for students to pre-determine their possible date of completion of their programmes even before enrollment. It has been the policy of the University to post on-line students’ results within 24 hours of approval by the Senate.

Harvard University

Rising the rankings chart for 2021, Harvard University has yet again resumed its spot as #1 ivy-league institute in the United States (THE 2021). The school is a renowned name in the US Education Systemand across the globe thathas two main academic facets that are Harvard College (liberal arts and sciences college for undergraduates) and Harvard University for graduate students. Currently, it houses over 36,000 students are enrolled in its 12 different schools, which includes an international population of nearly 11.8%.

For the class of 2024, the institute received some 40,248 applications and admitted hardly 2,015 of them. It is one of the most selective institutes when looking to study in the USA with an acceptance rate of merely 4.7%. Irrespective of the extreme competition, Harvard receives huge number of applications each year. This is majorly as the university highly regarded for its reputation, influence, and academic pedigree around the world.  

• Admissions at Harvard University are offered on a rolling basis and observe deadlines from December 15 to January 5 (based on the choice of course). Applications for 2021 are currently closed.
• International students planning to study at Harvard must be prepared to spend around 39.54 lakhs INR on tuition fees. Financial aids for international students at Harvard are though offered are very limited in nature. 
• Community involvement, extra-curricular activities, leadership qualities, and aremarkable personal character are secondary factors that influence the admission process apart from spectacular academic grades.

Stanford University:

Founded in 1885, Stanford University is a private research institution located in the San Fransico Bay area. It has been among the top-ranking universities in the world due to its excellence in academics, research, innovation, and career advancement. It has a huge diversity thanks to its international students from over 115 countries, amounting to ~30% out of the total student enrollment of around 16,000 students. Their graduate programs have the most number of international students. 

Some quick facts about Stanford

• In 2020, Stanford provided funding worth 5.9 Million USD to over 800 students for undergraduate research across different fields.
• International students comprise 10% in UG programs and 31% in PG programs at Stanford.
• About 69% of UG students received some kind of financial aid in the 2019-2020 academic year.
• Around 85% of their graduate students receive some kind of financial assistance from the university or external sources.
• A new housing complex with 2,400 spaces opened in 2020, providing housing to 75% of Stanford PG students.
• With easy access to 100+ free online courses at Stanford University, a lot of people have been opting for these courses due to the ongoing COVID-19 crisis.

Massachusetts Institute of Technology (MIT)

Located in Cambridge, United States, the Massachusetts Institute of Technology (MIT) is a public institution founded in 1861. With more than 54 majors, 58 minors, and a pirate certificate to choose from, the institution ensures that its students never run out of options. If you wish to study at MIT, admissions in Massachusetts Institue of Technology are offered in several intakes and observe a priority and final deadline of November 1 and January 6, respectively. Applications can cost anywhere from $75 to $250 (~5,500 to 18,300 INR). Massachusetts Institute of Technology fees for an Indian student is around 53.68 lakhs (average), getting scholarships to study at MIT is crucial for those on a budget.

The organization is one of the most highly selective institutes with an acceptance rate of hardly 7%. You will be required to send in your documents only after receiving an acceptance letter. But though the enrollment at MIT could be strenuous for many, its high graduate employment rate of over 80% makes it a worthwhile pursuit with lucrative jobs. MIT alumni have launched over 30,000 active companies through the close association of industry and research. Around 4.6 million jobs are created through these and roughly $1.9 trillion in annual revenue is generated. Hence,  graduates would be equivalent to the 10th-largest economy in the world.

California Institute of Technology USAhttps://www.youtube.com/watch?v=kUn-0bStnZg

Established in 1891, the California Institute of Technology popularly known as Caltech is a well-renowned institute for Science and Engineering. It is a private institution with a 124-acre campus located in Pasadena, California.

One of the hardest institutions to gain admission in the USA to get admission to, Caltech has the lowest student-faculty ratio in the world at 3:1. As a unique feature, this university has more students in Graduate courses than undergraduate courses.

The institute has 6 academic divisions namely Biology & Biological Engineering; Chemistry & Chemical Engineering; Engineering & Applied Science; Geological & Planetary Sciences; Humanities & Social Sciences; and Physics, Mathematics & Astronomy.

Caltech enrolls less than 1000 thousand at an acceptance rate of approximately 6%. Out of 8008 applicants, the institution enrolled only 225 undergraduates with 46% women candidates for the class of 2023.

The university is home to some 7 Nobel laureates and 58 National Medal of Science winners comprising its faculty and alumni network. With an international population of around 6% looking to study in the USA, the institute is a site of diversity and inclusion that offers some 28 undergraduate and 30 diverse graduate programs to its aspirants.

California Institute of Technology Rankings

This is one of the most renowned institutions in the US Education System. Its rankings for the year 2021, are given below:

US News and World Report Rankings

• #9 in National Universities
• #18 in Best Undergraduate Teaching
• #12 in Best Value Schools
• #7 in Most Innovative Schools
• #340 in Top Performers on Social Mobility
• #5 in Best Undergraduate Engineering Programs

Niche Rankings

• #4 of 1,572: Best Value Colleges in America
• #8 of 1,619: Best Colleges in America
• #8 of 943: Top Private Universities in America
• #9 of 1,577: Colleges with the Best Academics in America
• #736 of 1,674: Most Liberal Colleges in America
• #195 of 1,589: Most Diverse Colleges in America

National Subject Rankings by US News and World Report

• #3 in Aerospace /Aeronautical / Astronautical
• #4 in Chemical
• #3 in Electrical / Electronic / Communications
• #12 in Materials
• #6 in Mechanical
• #5 in Computer Science
• #10 in Artificial Intelligence
• #9 in Software Engineering
• #12 in Theory
• #2 in Undergraduate Research/Creative Projects

Highlights

Type	Private
Established	1891
Academic Calendar	Semester based
Acceptance Rate	6%
Graduation rate	94%
Student-Faculty ratio	3: 1
Total Number of Students Enrolled	948
Tuition Fee	54,570 USD (UG)