Bachelor of Science in Digital Construction Engineering and Management
About This Programme
A newer AUS degree combining civil and construction engineering with building information modelling (BIM), digital project delivery and construction management. Prepares graduates for the digital transformation of the built-environment sector.
Course Highlights
- Unique interdisciplinary degree combining civil engineering, construction management and digital technology (BIM, AI, data analytics, digital twins, smart cities)
- Three dedicated Building Information Modeling (BIM) laboratory courses
- Construction-focused courses in digital construction management, management systems and construction law in the digital age
- Two-semester capstone design project and mandatory industry internship
What You'll Study
An interdisciplinary mix of civil-engineering design and construction management with digital-technology labs (BIM I–III), a required 8-week summer internship (NGN 397), and a two-semester senior design project (CEM 490/491).
Year 1
- CHM 101 General Chemistry I3 credits
- CHM 101L General Chemistry Laboratory I1 credit
- MTH 103 Calculus I3 credits
- NGN 110 Introduction to Engineering and Computing2 credits
- PHY 101 General Physics I3 credits
- PHY 101L General Physics Laboratory I1 credit
- WRI 101 Academic Writing I3 credits
- CVE 111 Fundamentals of Engineering Graphics1 credit
- MTH 104 Calculus II3 credits
- NGN 112 Introduction to Artificial Intelligence and Data Science3 credits
- PHY 102 General Physics II3 credits
- PHY 102L General Physics Laboratory II1 credit
- WRI 102 Academic Writing II3 credits
- General Education Core: Human Interaction and Behavior3 credits
Year 2
- CEM 200 Introduction to Digital Construction3 credits
- CEM 201 Building Information Modeling I Laboratory1 credit
- CVE 222 Statics and Dynamics3 credits
- CVE 243 Fundamentals of Geomatics3 credits
- MTH 203 Calculus III3 credits
- NGN 211 Introduction to Engineering Probability and Statistics3 credits
- CEM 250 Sustainable Construction and Automation3 credits
- CEM 251 Building Information Modeling II Laboratory1 credit
- CVE 223 Mechanics of Materials3 credits
- CVE 240 Fluid Mechanics3 credits
- CVE 267 Civil Engineering Economic Analysis3 credits
- ENG 204 Advanced Academic Writing3 credits
Year 3
- CVE 202 Construction Materials Laboratory1 credit
- CVE 224 Construction Materials and Quality Control3 credits
- CVE 301 Theory of Structures3 credits
- CVE 367 Project Estimating, Planning and Control3 credits
- MTH 225 Differential Equations and Linear Algebra3 credits
- General Education Core: Culture in a Critical Perspective3 credits
- CEM 300 Digital Construction Management3 credits
- CEM 301 Building Information Modeling III Laboratory1 credit
- CEM 325 Geotechnical Engineering3 credits
- CVE 313 Reinforced Concrete Design3 credits
- IEN 301 Innovation and Entrepreneurship Mindset3 credits
- General Education Core: History and Culture of the Arab World3 credits
- NGN 397 Professional Training (summer internship)0 credits
Year 4
- CEM 350 Management Systems for Construction3 credits
- CEM 490 Senior Design Project I1 credit
- CVE 325 Numerical Methods in Engineering3 credits
- Major Elective3 credits
- Major Elective3 credits
- General Education Core: Arts and Literature3 credits
- CEM 360 Construction Law in the Digital Age3 credits
- CEM 491 Senior Design Project II2 credits
- Major Elective3 credits
- General Education Core (elective)3 credits
- Free Elective3 credits
- Free Elective3 credits
Entry Requirements
A mathematics placement test determines direct entry to Calculus I.
Careers
Graduates enter the digitally transforming construction industry as digital construction engineers and managers, BIM specialists and project/cost managers, working with smart systems, AI and data analytics, digital twins and smart-city projects.
Accreditation & Professional Recognition
Licensed by the UAE Commission for Academic Accreditation (CAA), Ministry of Education. CAA-licensed (not ABET-accredited).
Programme Details
Award
Bachelor of Science in Digital Construction Engineering and Management
Start Date
August 2026 (Fall; also Spring & Summer intakes)
Typical Offer
~85% secondary average + IELTS 6.5 / TOEFL iBT 80; strong maths & physics; SAT/EmSAT Math for American-curriculum applicants
Duration
4 years
Qualification
Bachelors
Subject Area
Engineering
Campus
Sharjah
Course Type
Digital construction degree
Study Pattern
Full time
Delivery Format
In person
Tuition Fee
AED 110,876/yr
Apply online at apply.aus.edu. A non-refundable application fee of AED 400 + 5% VAT applies, and a AED 5,000 seat-reservation deposit confirms your place. AUS offers extensive merit, need-based and athletic scholarships.