B.Sc. (Hons) Engineering (Mechanical Engineering)
Program Overview
The Bachelor of Science in Landscape & Urban Development for Sustainable Cities program provides a comprehensive curriculum designed to prepare students for careers in landscape and urban development. The program covers a range of subjects, including architectural drawing, site analysis, urban design, and sustainable practices. Students engage in capstone projects and industrial training placements to gain hands-on experience and specialize in areas of interest through elective courses.
Program Outline
The program is structured across four academic years (DY1-DY4), each year divided into two semesters (with a summer semester industrial training placement in years 2 and 3). The curriculum includes a variety of courses categorized by subject matter and year.
- DY1 - Semester (1): This semester includes foundational courses such as Architectural Drawing Principles, Building Technology, Mathematics (1), English for Academic Purposes, Engineering Mechanics, and Engineering Chemistry.
- DY1 - Semester (2): This semester builds upon the first, adding Design Studio (1), English and Academic Writing, Engineering Physics, Energy, Water and climate change issues, Mathematics (2), and Technical Writing and Ethics.
- DY2 - Semester (1): This semester introduces more specialized courses in landscape and urban development, including Computer Applications (1), Design Studio (2), Site Analysis & Surveying, Introduction to Urban Design, Urban Planning History and Law, and Working Drawings.
- DY2 - Semester (2): This semester continues the specialized coursework with Building Materials, Computer Applications (2), Design Studio (3), Theory of Planning, Principles of Landscape Design, and Working Drawings for Landscape.
- DY2 – Summer Semester: This semester involves an Industrial Training Placement (1).
- DY3 - Semester (1): This semester includes courses like Community participation in building new Egypt, Computer Applications (3), Design Studio (4), Green Project Management, Horticulture and Healing with Landscape Design, and one elective from Pool 1.
- DY3 - Semester (2): This semester includes Computer Applications (4), Design Studio (5), Irrigation Systems Management and Networks, Urban Economy, and two electives from Pool 1.
- DY3 – Summer Semester: This semester involves an Industrial Training Placement (2).
- DY4 - Semester (1): This semester focuses on capstone projects and electives, including Computer Applications (5), Graduation Design Project [1:2], Graduation Research Dissertation [1:1], Urban Renewal and Regional Regeneration, and two electives from Pool 2.
- DY4 - Semester (2): This semester concludes with the remaining portions of the capstone projects, along with Environmental Assessment and Risk Reduction and two electives from Pool 2. The program also includes two pools of elective courses (Pool 1 and Pool 2) offering students choices to specialize their studies. Specific course details, including credit hours, contact hours (lecture, tutorial, lab), and total teaching hours are provided for each course.
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The text includes the name of the department head, Dr. Ayman Osman. The provided admission criteria for the faculty include English Language or Literature, Chemistry, Physics, Mathematics, Advanced Mathematics or SAT II (or equivalent), and four other approved subjects. For SAT II equivalents, a minimum score of 900 is required in Mathematics and one other subject from Biology, Chemistry, or Physics.
The British University in Egypt (BUE) is a private institution located in El Shorouk City, Cairo, established in September 2005. It offers a British-style education, awarding degrees validated by partner UK universities and recognized by the Egyptian Supreme Council of Universities.
Academic Structure:
BUE comprises several faculties, including:
- Business Administration, Economics, and Political Science
- Dentistry
- Engineering
- Energy and Environmental Engineering
- Information and Computer Science
- Mass Communication
- Nursing
- Pharmacy
- Arts and Humanities
- Law
- Arts and Design
These faculties offer a range of undergraduate and postgraduate programs designed to equip students with the skills and knowledge required in today's job market.
Admissions:
Admission to BUE is competitive and aligns with the regulations set by the Egyptian Council of Private Universities. Applicants are evaluated based on their academic performance and English proficiency. Detailed information on the application process, including specific requirements for various educational certificates, is available on the university's official admissions page.
Campus and Facilities:
The main campus spans approximately 40 acres, featuring modern teaching facilities, state-of-the-art laboratories, a comprehensive library, and various recreational amenities. The university is committed to providing a conducive learning environment that fosters both academic and personal growth.
Accreditation and Partnerships:
BUE maintains strong collaborations with UK institutions such as London South Bank University, Manchester Metropolitan University, and Queen Margaret University. These partnerships ensure that the curricula meet international standards and provide students with opportunities for global exposure. Additionally, BUE is accredited by the Egyptian Supreme Council of Universities and has received recognition from the Quality Assurance Agency (QAA) for its commitment to maintaining high educational standards.
Leadership:
The university is led by President Professor Mohamed Loutfi, who assumed the position in 2021. Professor Loutfi brings a wealth of experience from previous academic roles in both the UK and Egypt. In December 2022, the esteemed cardiologist Sir Magdi Yacoub was appointed as the first honorary chancellor of BUE, reflecting the institution's dedication to excellence in education and research.
English Language or English Literature Chemistry Physics Mathematics Advanced Mathematics or SAT II or its equivalent of ACT II & EST II (Mathematics and any other subject from Biology, Chemistry, or Physics, with a minimum score of 900). Four other approved subjects.
