Master of Science in Mechanical Engineering (MSME)

The Master of Science in Mechanical Engineering (MSME) program is offered by the College of Engineering at Abu Dhabi University (ADU). The MSME program has been designed to provide a wide range of technical knowledge and skills that would enhance analytical abilities and knowledge in the area of Mechanical Engineering. The program is also beneficial for working ME professionals seeking competitive edge to aid promotional opportunities by obtaining a master’s degree in Mechanical Engineering on a carefully designed schedule that minimizes disruption of work commitments.

Students with a bachelor degree in mechanical engineering and related fields are eligible to apply. However, students with undergraduate degrees other than mechanical engineering may be admitted on conditional basis. Such students will have to take some undergraduate level deficiency courses, as determined by the graduate advisor after examination of their undergraduate transcripts.

Curriculum

The Master of Science in Mechanical Engineering is a 30-credit-hour program. Table 1 summarizes the degree requirements of students taking the thesis option. Students have to complete 8 graduate level courses (24 credit hours) in addition to a master’s thesis (6 credit hours). Students electing to pursue a project option have to take one additional graduate level technical elective course and a graduate project (3 credit hours) as per details shown in Table 3. This path is ideal for students wishing to complete the degree in 1.5-2 years and to use their advanced degree as a foundation for a career in industry related to design and analysis, testing, consulting, or management.