Program Overview

Master of Science in Civil Engineering

The Master of Science in Civil Engineering degree is designed to advance technical expertise in this broad and continually developing profession. The program enhances core knowledge in essential areas of civil engineering, including structural design, construction management, transportation planning, water resources management, and environmental engineering.

Program Overview

The program is offered by the College of Engineering, a leading engineering college in the UAE. It provides a range of engineering and technology programs at undergraduate and postgraduate levels, with new and innovative programs being introduced on an ongoing basis.

Program Structure

• The program consists of 30 credit hours.
• The duration of the program is 2 years.
• The language of instruction is English.
• The study mode is available in Full Time and Part Time.
• The intake is available in Spring, Summer, Fall, and Winter.
• The delivery mode is Evening.
• The program is offered on the Abu Dhabi campus.

Program Details

The program features a two-track system: a professional project option with a three-credit project and nine graduate courses, or a thesis option with a six-credit research thesis and eight courses. In addition to core subjects, courses are offered in urban transportation planning, construction project management, water resources, wastewater treatment, earthquake engineering, advanced soil mechanics, and groundwater.

Career Opportunities

Graduates of this program are highly sought-after and enter a range of careers related to the field of civil engineering. Although the majority of students are already working professionals, the acquisition of this MSc in Civil Engineering expands their design skills, enabling them to move into work on advanced projects in a range of organizations, including construction companies, consulting companies, government entities, water distribution and treatment plants, building materials testing laboratories, and oil companies.

Entry Requirements

• A Bachelor's Degree in a directly related discipline with a minimum CGPA of 3.00 on a 4.00-point scale from an accredited university recognized by the UAE's Ministry of Education-Higher Education Affairs.
• English language proficiency requirements:
  • Official score report of international TOEFL (IBT) 79 or the ITP 550 (taken at Amideast) or the Academic IELTS 6.0 must be taken no more than two years prior to admission.
  • English EmSat minimum score of 1400 no more than 18 months prior to admission to Abu Dhabi University.
• Students with a recognized Bachelor's degree and an EmSAT score of 1250, English Academic IELTS Score 5.5, or equivalent on another standardized test approved by the Ministry, can be granted conditional admission for one semester and may take a maximum of six credit hours in the first semester of study.

International Students

The university welcomes applications from students with a variety of Bachelor's degrees from an accredited university recognized by the UAE's Ministry of Education-Higher Education Affairs, upon their successful completion of any required program foundation courses.

Transfer Students

Postgraduate transfer students may apply for credit transfer for courses taken prior to joining Abu Dhabi University only once, when they first apply for admission.

Tuition Fees Structure

• The total fees for the program are AED 85,050.
• The credit hour cost is AED 2,835.
• The required credits for the program are 30.
• Tuition is based upon the College and/or Department classification as opposed to the course classification or level.
• The tuition fee calculations are an example only and are based on the assumption that elective courses will be taken with the College that the student is taking their major with.

Scholarship and Financial Aids

Abu Dhabi University is dedicated to empowering outstanding students and inspiring them to pursue their educational objectives. The university offers scholarships and financial aid programs to support the development of the UAE. To learn about eligibility requirements for civil engineering master's scholarships, students can inquire through the university's official channels.

Program Outline

• Thesis: 6 credit hours
• Major Electives: 3 credit hours
• Major: 21 credit hours

The Master of Science in Civil Engineering program at Abu Dhabi University is designed to provide students with the knowledge, skills, and mindset to become leaders in their field, contributing to the development of the UAE and beyond.