Electrical Engineering and Computer Sciences

Undergraduate Program

Introduction to the Major

The Electrical Engineering & Computer Sciences major (EECS) combines the fundamentals of computer science and electrical engineering in one major. The EECS major prepares students:

To pursue postgraduate education in electrical engineering, computer science, or related fields.

For success in technical careers related to electrical and computer engineering, or computer science and engineering.

To become leaders in fields related to electrical and computer engineering or computer science and engineering.

EECS or Computer Science (CS)?

There are a few differences in the computer science course content between the EECS and CS majors--the difference is what other subjects you'd like to study.

If you prefer greater flexibility in your coursework, or have an interest in double-majoring within L&S, then the CS major might be a good choice. There is greater opportunity to explore other departments, such as economics, statistics, business, and music.

If you have an interest in electrical engineering, or have an interest in double-majoring in another engineering major, the EECS major may be better suited for you.

Amplify Your Major

  • Pursue your interests and challenge yourself by conducting research with EECS faculty.
  • Engage with industry and explore careers through our many opportunities available in the department.
  • Get a competitive edge with PREP and T-PREP programs for new Engineering students.
  • If eligible and interested in research, consider applying for the EECS Honors Program.
  • CS Mentors is a student-run organization that provides a smaller classroom environment through group tutoring sessions.
  • Explore study abroad options available to EECS majors on the EECS Study Abroad page.
EECS taught me to think outside the box, to approach problems and solve them.
Erica Maida, EECS student

Four-Year Student Timeline

First Year

Explore Your Major

Connect and Build Community

Discover Your Passions

Engage Locally and Globally

  • Explore study abroad options now so you can incorporate them into your sophomore or junior year plans.
  • Explore volunteer opportunities on campus.

Reflect and Plan Your Future

Second Year

Explore Your Major

Connect and Build Community

Discover Your Passions

Engage Locally and Globally

Reflect and Plan Your Future

Third Year

Explore Your Major

Connect and Build Community

Discover Your Passions

Engage Locally and Globally

Reflect and Plan Your Future

  • Attend Engineering and Tech Career Conference to prepare for recruiting season.
  • Explore graduate school options by speaking with faculty members and advisors.

Fourth Year

Explore Your Major

  • Finish completing any remaining requirements.
  • Meet with an ESS or EECS advisor to do a degree check and ensure you are on track to graduate. 
  • Participate in general and/or the College of Engineering commencement.

Connect and Build Community

Discover Your Passions

Engage Locally and Globally

  • Consider researching and applying for scholarships available to recent Berkeley graduates.
  • If interested in graduate school, explore gap year opportunities prior to embarking on your next academic or career adventure.

Reflect and Plan Your Future

  • Continue to attend industry related events.
  • Take the GRE & seek letter of recommendations if interested in graduate school.
  • Utilize job board tools in your job search.
  • View the First Destination Survey to find out what recent grads are doing.

What Can I Do With My Major?

Jobs and Employers

  • Audio Test Engineer, THX
  • Computing Technician, Pandora
  • Consultant, Google
  • CTO, Evolution Devices
  • Data Scientist, Proofpoint
  • Design Engineer, GM
  • Developer, Salesforce
  • Elect. Engineer, Northrop Grumman
  • Firmware Engineer, Fitbit
  • Graphics Software Engineer, Intel
  • Hardware Engineer, Amazon
  • Product Designer, Facebook
  • Programmer, Celect
  • Researcher, Signetron
  • Software Developer, Capital One
  • Software Engineer, Apple
  • Solutions Engineer, Cisco
  • Technical Asst., Ind. Light & Magic
  • Technology Associate, Bridgewater

Graduate Programs

  • Artificial Intelligence and Robotics
  • Business Administration
  • Computer Engineering
  • Computer Graphics
  • Computer Programming
  • Computer Science
  • Electrical Engineering
  • Information Technology
  • Materials Engineering
  • Mechanical Engineering

Examples from the First Destination Survey of recent Berkeley graduates.

Learn More

Connect With Us

Cal Day

Come to Berkeley’s annual Open House in April for information sessions, campus tours, special talks, and more. See what events the EECS Department offers at eecs.berkeley.edu

Golden Bear Orientation

Join your peers in the campus-wide UC Berkeley orientation program for all new students.

Events

Attend department events with students, staff, and faculty. Visit eecs.berkeley.edu for news and updates.

Advising

Prospective and current EECS students can connect with an EECS advisor at eecs.berkeley.edu/resources/undergrads/eecs/advising. EECS advisors are located in 205 Cory Hall.

Engineering Student Services (ESS) advising is open to current EECS students and can be found at engineering.berkeley.edu/student-services. ESS Advisors are located in 230 Bechtel Engineering Center.

How to Use this Map

Use this map to help plan and guide your experience at UC Berkeley, including academic, co-curricular, and discovery opportunities. Everyone’s Berkeley experience is different and activities in this map are suggestions. Always consult with your advisors whenever possible for new opportunities and updates.