Bachelor of Science in Civil Engineering

Program Overview

Mission

The mission of the civil engineering program is to produce graduates equipped with the theoretical knowledge and practical skills necessary for pursuing a successful professional career in civil engineering and infrastructure field. The program also prepares its students for graduate studies.

Program Educational Objectives

Civil Engineering graduates are:

• Successful in applying theoretical knowledge and practical skills in the field of civil engineering.

• Gainfully employed in the construction industry and infrastructure.

• Successful in postgraduate studies.

Admission Requirements

1. High School Requirements (UAE Curriculum)

• 75%Elite Track

• 80% Advanced Track

• 90% General Track

2. Subject Proficiency EmSAT Requirements

• Mathematics: EmSAT score of 800.

• Physics: EmSATs core of 800.

Note: If Subject Proficiency EmSAT requirement is unmet, the following options will be accepted:

• Minimum school score of 75% in Math and 70% in Physics or

• Pass the college admission test in Mathematics and Physics.

3. English Requirements

• A minimum score of EmSAT English of 1100

• If EmSAT requirement is unmet, the following tests are accepted:

  • TOEFL: 500 (or 61 in TOEFL iBT or 173 in TOEFL CBT); or

  • IELTS Academics: 5; or

  • Equivalent in other English proficiency tests approved by the MOE will be evaluated.

Equivalent qualifications from other educational systems are accepted, see Student Handbook for more details.

Career Opportunities

Graduates will be qualified to work as:

• Structural engineers

• Transportation, traffic and highway engineers

• Geotechnical engineers

• Environmental and water engineers

The BSCE program graduates can work in different consulting engineering firms, governmental agencies and construction companies. Furthermore, BSCE graduates may pursue their higher education to enhance their knowledge and expertise.

Graduation Requirements

The Bachelor of Science Degree is awarded upon the fulfillment of the following:

• Successful completion of all courses in the curriculum

• Successful completion of the equivalent of four months of engineering training

• Cumulative Grade Point Average CGPA of at least 2

Program Learning Outcomes

Program Learning Outcomes:

By the time of graduation, the students must have:

• PLO (1). An ability to identify, formulate, and solve complex engineering problems by applying principles of Engineering, Science, and Mathematics.

• PLO (2).  An ability to apply engineering design to produce solutions that meet specified needs with consideration of public health, safety, and welfare, as well as global, cultural, social, environmental, and economic factors.

• PLO (3). An ability to communicate effectively with a range of audiences.

• PLO (4). An ability to recognize ethical and professional responsibilities in engineering situations and make informed judgments, which must consider the impact of engineering solutions in global, economic, environmental, and societal contexts.

• PLO (5). An ability to function effectively on a team whose members together provide leadership, create a collaborative and inclusive environment, establish goals, plan tasks, and meet objectives.

• PLO (6). An ability to develop and conduct appropriate experimentation, analyze and interpret data, and use engineering judgment to draw conclusions.

• PLO (7). An ability to acquire and apply new knowledge as needed, using appropriate learning strategies.

• PLO (8). Broad knowledge in the field of Civil Engineering.