Master of Science in Civil Engineering Structural Engineering Concentration

The Master of Science in Civil Engineering (MSCE) program at Abu Dhabi University is offered by the College of Engineering (CoE). The program degree requires the completion of 8 graduate level courses (24 credit hours) in addition to a master’s thesis (6 credit hours); or 9 graduate level courses (27 credit hours) and a professional project report (3 credit hours). The program accepts students with a Bachelor’s degree in civil engineering or a related field. Students who lack background in certain civil engineering subdisciplines, as per their undergraduate transcript, may be admitted conditionally. Such students will need to take some undergraduate-level courses, as remedial courses, as determined by the Program Director.

A Master’s degree in civil engineering opens doors of opportunities for advancement in professional practice. Graduate courses prepare students to tackle today’s complex structural engineering problem related to design of engineering structures such as buildings and bridges. Professional practice nowadays is more demanding than ever, expecting distinction of professionals seeking better opportunities.

Career Opportunities

A Master’s degree highlights readiness of the graduate to lead in all aspects of the structural engineering profession. In addition, Master’s degree is often a major step towards careers in academia where you have the best opportunity to transfer your knowledge to future generations. Graduates with MSCE degree are desirable locally and internationally where new civil engineering structures must be designed and built to support economic development and enhance the wellbeing of the society. This program has been introduced at Abu Dhabi University in response to the UAE market needs where structural engineers are leading the design and construction industry and where advanced structural engineering training is crucial.

Graduates of the program will be able to:

• Utilize and apply graduate level knowledge of mathematics and engineering sciences to identify, formulate and solve civil engineering problems
• Develop the technical knowledge necessary for advanced research and the skills needed for professional practice in the field of civil engineering
• Acquire an appreciation for and desire to pursue lifelong learning
• Communicate effectively in a professional environment
• Recognize the professional and ethical responsibilities of the engineering profession