Why Choose
Ilia State University
Ilia State University offers a dynamic and diverse learning environment, combining high-quality education with innovative research opportunities. Its modern campus is equipped with advanced facilities, fostering collaboration and creativity among students. The university emphasizes internationalization, welcoming a diverse student body and offering programs in English. Experienced faculty provide personalized guidance, ensuring students receive a well-rounded education. With various partnerships and study abroad options, Ilia State University prepares students for global careers and challenges.
Ilia State University
Mission and Values
The university’s mission typically focuses on promoting academic excellence, encouraging innovative research, and providing quality education that prepares students to become responsible citizens and leaders.
- Commitment to high standards in teaching, research, and scholarship.
- Encouragement of innovative research that addresses societal challenges and contributes to knowledge.
Inclusivity and Diversity
We celebrate and embrace the richness of differences, fostering an environment where everyone feels valued, respected, and empowered to contribute.
Integrity and Ethics
Integrity and ethics are the foundation of our actions, guiding us to uphold honesty, transparency, and accountability in all endeavors.
Lifelong Learning
We are committed to nurturing a culture of continuous growth, inspiring individuals to seek knowledge and adapt to an ever-changing world.
Research and Innovation
Research and innovation are central to our mission, enabling us to address complex challenges and create transformative solutions.
How To Get Admission
| Steps | Description | Bachelor's |
|---|---|---|
| Course Selection | Explore available courses and choose the program you wish to apply for. | ✓ |
| Check Requirements | Ensure you meet the academic and language requirements for your selected course. | ✓ |
| Fill Application Form | Complete the application form. | ✓ |
| Submit Application Documents | Submit the application form along with: Passport copy and educational documents. | ✓ |
| Wait for Application Review | The university will review your application. | ✓ |
| Schedule Online Interview | Schedule and attend an online interview. | ✓ |
| Conditional Offer Letter | Receive a Conditional Enrolment Letter upon successful evaluation. | ✓ |
| Pay Initial Deposit and Fees | Make the required payment to start the documentation and educational equivalence process. | ✓ |
| Approval and Rector’s Letter | Once approved by the Ministry of Education, receive the Rector’s Letter from the university. | ✓ |
| Gather Visa Documents | Gather all necessary documents and submit the file for your student visa application. | ✓ |
| Receive Student Visa | Obtain your student visa to travel to Georgia. | ✓ |
| Travel and Start Education | Upon arrival in Georgia, sign the University Contract, pay the remaining service fee, and start your education journey. | ✓ |
Computer Engineering
The English-language Computer Engineering (International) undergraduate program at Ilia State University, established in 2018, is grounded in best practices from top Georgian and international universities, developed with input from the technology industry. The program is dedicated to continuous improvement, with regular assessment of educational objectives and student outcomes to ensure quality. Its primary aim is to prepare highly qualified computer engineering specialists with expertise in both hardware and software design, development, and operation. Students gain extensive knowledge in areas such as computer hardware, electronic devices, computational methods, and engineering skills essential for the field. The curriculum spans eight semesters, totaling 240 ECTS credits, with a focus on Mathematics and Statistics, System Programming, Software Development, and Computer Networks. Key components include a general education module, language courses, and a robust major program featuring both required and elective courses, culminating in a Senior Design Project.
Course Details
The English-language Computer Engineering (International) undergraduate program at Ilia State University equips students with essential student outcomes aligned with professional engineering competencies. Graduates develop skills in problem-solving, applying principles from engineering, science, and mathematics to tackle complex engineering issues. The curriculum emphasizes design solutions that address public health, safety, and welfare, integrating global, cultural, social, environmental, and economic considerations. Students gain strong communication abilities, ethical awareness, and teamwork skills, fostering leadership and collaboration. Hands-on learning approaches, such as interactive lectures, seminars, lab and practical work, and problem-based learning, reinforce these outcomes. Graduates are well-prepared for careers in high-tech industries, automotive fields, manufacturing, computer and electronics services, smart systems, IoT, telecommunications, medical and bio labs, tech startups, and hardware R&D, bringing valuable knowledge and skills to diverse, dynamic fields.
| Semester | Code | Title | Prerequisites | ECTS | Contact Hours | Independent Hours | Status |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | MATH150 | Calculus I | No Prerequisite | 6 | 62 | 88 | Mandatory |
| 1 | PHYS105 | Basics of Physics I (Including Lab) | Co-requisite: MATH150 | 8 | 77 | 123 | Mandatory |
| 1 | Q185/R957/E | English Language Course C1-1 / Practical Course of German | No Prerequisite | 6 | 48/46 | 102/106 | Elective |
| 1 | P432 | Introduction to Modern Thought I | No Prerequisite | 6 | 29 | 121 | Mandatory |
| 1 | CS50 | Introduction to Programming | PHYS196 | 6 | 62 | 88 | Mandatory |
| 2 | MATH151 | Calculus II | MATH150 | 6 | 62 | 88 | Mandatory |
| 2 | PHYS106 | Basics of Physics II | PHYS105 | 8 | 77 | 123 | Mandatory |
| 2 | Q955/S058/F | English Language Course C2-2 / Practical Course of German | Q185/R957/P434 | 6 | 90/66 | 60/84 | Elective |
| 2 | DE112 | Mathematical Foundation of Computing | MATH150, CS50 | 6 | 48 | 102 | Mandatory |
| 2 | DE111 | Computer Organization | CS50 | 6 | 62 | 88 | Mandatory |
| 3 | MATH252 | Calculus III | MATH151 | 6 | 62 | 88 | Mandatory |
| 3 | CHEM100 | Introduction to General Chemistry (Including Lab) | No Prerequisite | 8 | 62 | 138 | Mandatory |
| 3 | MATH254 | Introduction to Linear Algebra | MATH151 | 6 | 48 | 87 | Mandatory |
| 3 | EE210 | Circuit Analysis I | PHYS196, MATH151 | 6 | 62 | 88 | Mandatory |
| 3 | CE111 | Procedural Programming with C | CS50 | 6 | 62 | 88 | Mandatory |
| 4 | ER390 | Computational and Statistical Methods | MATH252 | 6 | 48 | 74 | Mandatory |
| 4 | CS312 | Computer and Data Networks | DE111 | 6 | 48 | 87 | Mandatory |
| 4 | CS221 | Algorithms and Data Structures | CS50 | 6 | 48 | 102 | Mandatory |
| 4 | MATH311 | Principles of Numerical Methods | MATH252, MATH254 | 6 | 48 | 102 | Mandatory |
| 4 | EE310 | Circuit Analysis II | EE210, MATH254 | 6 | 62 | 88 | Mandatory |
| 4 | CE375 | Embedded Systems | DE111, CE111, DE112 | 6 | 48 | 87 | Mandatory |
| 5 | DE101 | Introduction to Operating Systems | DE111 | 6 | 48 | 102 | Mandatory |
| 5 | CE470 | Digital Circuits | ER300, EE310 | 6 | 47 | 103 | Mandatory |
| 5 | P737 | Academic Techniques | No Prerequisite | 6 | 48 | 102 | Mandatory |
| 5 | EE410 | Signals and Systems | ER300, EE310 | 6 | 47 | 103 | Mandatory |
| 5 | R205 | Basics of Entrepreneurship | No Prerequisite | 6 | 48 | 102 | Mandatory |
| 6 | T077 | Architecture and Programming of Microprocessors | DE111, CE470 | 6 | 63 | 87 | Mandatory |
| 6 | CS326 | System Programming | DE111 | 6 | 77 | 83 | Mandatory |
| 7 | T028 | IT Project Management | CS50 | 6 | 32 | 118 | Mandatory |
| Year | Code | Course Name | Pre-requisite | ECTS | Hours | Status |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 7 | CS323 | Introduction to Cybersecurity | CS312 | 6 | 48 | Mandatory |
| 7 | CE490A | Senior Design Project A | At least 102 ECTS in Major Prg | 6 | 34 | Mandatory |
| 7 | - | Elective | - | - | - | Elective |
| 7 | - | Elective | - | - | - | Elective |
| 8 | CE490B | Senior Design Project B | CE490A | 6 | 48 | Mandatory |
| 8 | - | Elective | - | - | - | Elective |
| 8 | - | Elective | - | - | - | Elective |
| 8 | - | Elective | - | - | - | Elective |
| 8 | - | Elective | - | - | - | Elective |
| - | UR437 | Drones | No Prerequisite | 6 | 47 | Elective |
| - | UES49 | AWS Cloud Practitioner | No Prerequisite | 6 | 48 | Elective |
| - | CE470L | Digital Logic Laboratory | CE470 | 6 | 34 | Elective |
| - | SE826 | Introduction to Computer Modeling | CE311, MATH151 | 6 | 33 | Elective |
| - | T026 | Software Architecture and Engineering | CE311, CS221 | 6 | 63 | Elective |
| - | CS212 | Cyber Law and Ethics | No Prerequisite | 6 | 47 | Elective |
| - | CS225 | Computer Graphics | CE312 | 6 | 48 | Elective |
| - | EE458 | Analog and Pulse Communication Systems | EE410 | 6 | 62 | Elective |
| - | CS214 | Introduction to Computational Linguistics | CS50, DE112 | 6 | 48 | Elective |
| - | CS222 | Advanced Algorithms and Data Structures | CS221 | 6 | 48 | Elective |
| - | CS311 | Programming Languages | CE211 | 6 | 47 | Elective |
| - | CS314 | Distributed and Parallel Computing | CS221 | 6 | 47 | Elective |
| - | CS413 | Web Programming | CS50 | 6 | 48 | Elective |
| - | CS417 | Introduction to Natural Language Processing | RE300 | 6 | 48 | Elective |
| - | EE308 | Electrical Energy Conversion | RE410 | 6 | 47 | Elective |
| Year | Code | Course Name | Pre-requisite | ECTS | Hours | Status |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| - | EE558 | Digital Communications | EE458 | 6 | 47 | Elective |
| - | EE634 | Solid State Devices | PHY150 | 6 | 62 | Elective |
| - | EE420 | Feedback Control Systems | EE410 | 6 | 47 | Elective |
| - | CS421 | Introduction to Machine Learning | CS50, MATH254 | 6 | 48 | Elective |
| - | CS324 | Artificial Neural Networks | RE300 | 6 | 43 | Elective |
| - | CS322 | Databases and Information Systems | CS312, CS221 | 6 | 47 | Elective |
| - | CS424 | DevOps Technologies | DE101, CS312 | 6 | 48 | Elective |
| - | CS424 | Mobile Applications Development | DE101 | 6 | 48 | Elective |
| - | CS425 | Message Queueing and Data Streaming | Co-requisite: CS322 | 6 | 48 | Elective |
| - | CS426 | Big Data Systems | Co-requisite: CS322 | 6 | 48 | Elective |
| - | EE450 | Digital Signal Processing | EE410 | 6 | 47 | Elective |
| - | EE480 | Power System Analysis | EE430 | 6 | 62 | Elective |
| - | EE483 | Power Distribution Systems | EE480 | 6 | 62 | Elective |
| - | EE581 | Power System Dynamics | EE480 | 6 | 62 | Elective |
Course Details
| Course | Faculty | Category | Duration | Annual Fees |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Computer Engineering | IT | Bachelors | 4 years | $5000 - $5500 |
| Computer Science | IT | Bachelors | 4 years | $4500 - $5000 |