Overview

Mission Statement

The mission of the Master of Science in Civil Engineering (MSCE) program at American University of Sharjah (AUS) is to prepare professionals for advanced careers and/or doctoral studies related to civil engineering. The program strives to create a conducive academic environment that promotes excellence in teaching and research to assist the students in becoming competent, innovative and responsible professionals with effective communication skills.

Program Educational Objectives

Graduates of the MSCE program will be prepared to:

be successful professionals in a specialized area of civil engineering
maintain a desire for research, innovation and lifelong learning
uphold the responsibilities of the engineering profession

Programme Structure

Upon graduation, an AUS MSCE graduate should demonstrate the ability to:

perform research emphasizing creativity, independent learning and scientific methods in a chosen area of civil engineering

apply advanced mathematics and engineering knowledge in identifying, formulating and solving engineering problems

select and use techniques, skills and modern tools necessary for research or professional practice

communicate effectively

recognize the need for, and engage in, lifelong learning

attend to professional and ethical responsibilities

Key information

Duration

Full-time
- 12 months

Start dates & application deadlines

Starting 2023-05-30 00:00:00
- Apply before 2023-05-12 00:00:00
Starting 2023-08-28 00:00:00
- Apply before 2023-07-28 00:00:00
Starting 2024-01-23 00:00:00
- Apply before 2024-01-22 00:00:00

Language

English

IELTS

6.5

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TOEFL^® IBT

80

Credits

30 alternative credits

Delivered

On Campus

Disciplines

Civil Engineering & Construction General Engineering & Technology View 28 other Masters in Civil Engineering & Construction in United Arab Emirates

Academic requirements

GRE^®

Required

GMAT

Required

English requirements

IELTS

6.5

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TOEFL^® IBT

80

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Other requirements

General requirements

hold a four-year bachelor’s degree from an independently accredited university recognized by the UAE Ministry of Education’s Higher Education Affairs Division and by AUS (applicants with a bachelor’s degree obtained outside the UAE must submit an equivalency of their degree from the UAE Ministry of Education’s Higher Education Affairs Division)
have attained a minimum cumulative grade point average (CGPA) of 3.00 (on a scale of 4.00) or its equivalent.

Tuition Fee

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International

39915 EUR/year

Tuition Fee

Based on the tuition of 39915 EUR for the full programme during 12 months.
National

39915 EUR/year

Tuition Fee

Based on the tuition of 39915 EUR for the full programme during 12 months.

AED 149,700

Living costs for Sharjah

3400 - 5200 AED /month

Living costs

The living costs include the total expenses per month, covering accommodation, public transportation, utilities (electricity, internet), books and groceries.

Funding

Studyportals Tip: Students can search online for independent or external scholarships that can help fund their studies. Check the scholarships to see whether you are eligible to apply. Many scholarships are either merit-based or needs-based.