Bachelor of Science in Mechanical Engineering

Program Overview

Mission

The mission of the program is to bridge the gap between conventional engineering and industry through graduates who are equipped with the theoretical knowledge and practical skills necessary for successful professional career. The graduates can also pursue higher studies.

Objectives

Mechanical Engineering program objectives are as follows:

Mechanical Engineering graduates are:

• Successful in applying theoretical knowledge and practical skills in the field of Mechanical Engineering.
• Gainfully employed.
• Successful in postgraduate studies.

Admission Requirements

1. High School Requirements (UAE Curriculum)

• 75%Elite Track
• 80% Advanced Track
• 90% General Track

1. 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.

1. 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.

Career Opportunities

Mechanical engineering is one of the oldest and broadest disciplines in engineering. Graduates of mechanical engineering find career opportunities in a wide range of industries like power and energy, automation and manufacturing, aerospace and transportation, services and logistics, building and construction, healthcare and medical equipment.

Mechanical engineers work in technical and managerial positions in companies and as engineering consultants in both private and government sectors. The graduates are also in demand in areas of research and development as well as in engineering higher education.

Graduation Requirements

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

1. Successful completion of all courses in the program curriculum.
2. Successful completion of 4 credit hours of Engineering Training (internship).
3. Cumulative Grade Point Average (CGPA) of at least 2.

Tuition fees

The Bachelor of Science in Mechanical Engineering program comprises a total of 141 credit hours, with a tuition fee of 1,300 AED per credit hour, amounting to approximately 45,825 AED per year.