Challenge — and be challenged.
Question assumptions, investigate theories and confront the status quo – our diverse research opportunities will help you advance your ideas and make an impact in your field.
Welcome to the ANU College of Engineering and Computer Science.
Our Research
When you join the research community at the ANU College of Engineering and Computer Science, you are joining the best and brightest in their field – world-class academics and vibrant intellectual leaders who are solving the world’s most complex challenges.
Top Research Institution
We are the only Australian university in the International Alliance of Research Universities – joining University of Cambridge, Yale University and Oxford.
95% Rating for Research
95% of ANU’s research is rated ‘above’ or ‘well above’ world standard according to the Australian Government's ERA Report 2015-16.
Outstanding Experience
5-star maximum rating for research intensity, research grants, and graduate starting salary, according to Good Universities Guide 2018.
Our areas of expertise
Research at the ANU College of Engineering and Computer Science focuses on seven themes – each offering dynamic and diverse research opportunities producing internationally significant outcomes.
Research is conducted in two Schools: the Research School of Engineering and the Research School of Computer Science.
Engineering
Computer Science
Why research with us
Our networks are vast
Our researchers regularly collaborate with a network of academic, government, and industry partners from all over the world on a variety of Innovative projects and initiatives.
We are real-world
We focus on finding solutions to the world’s greatest challenges - so our research students receive education and training that gives them real-world experience.
We focus on you
Our class sizes are small, with a 5-star rating for our staff to student ratio – the maximum rating you can get – giving you more access to the world’s brightest researchers.
As a researcher with the Research School of Engineering or the Research School of Computer Science, you will also have access to world class facilities to support your projects and initiatives.
Latest News
Read about the latest achievements of our students, researchers and academics.
A new structure to produce cheaper, more efficient solar energy
New master programs will deliver 21st century engineers and computing experts
Support for ANU initiative to build the future
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