A 30-credit master's across structural, geotechnical, transportation, water and environmental engineering, with course-only, thesis and project pathways. Prepares graduates for advanced practice in the infrastructure sector or doctoral study.
Three pathways: thesis (21 elective credits + 9-credit thesis), project (27 elective credits + 3-credit professional project) or course-only (30 elective credits); all include a zero-credit seminar. No fixed taught core.
MBA and MBDA applicants take the GMAT or the AUS admission test; a statement of purpose is required for some programmes.
Consulting and contracting firms, government infrastructure and municipality roles, and specialised practice in structural, geotechnical, environmental, water and transportation engineering.
Licensed/accredited by the UAE Commission for Academic Accreditation (CAA), Ministry of Higher Education and Scientific Research; AUS is institutionally US-accredited by MSCHE (Middle States).
Award
Master of Science in Civil Engineering
Start Date
August 2026 (Fall; Spring intake for many programmes)
Typical Offer
BS in Civil Engineering, CGPA 3.0/4.0, plus IELTS 6.5 (or TOEFL iBT 80). Related engineering/quantitative-science degrees considered case-by-case.
Duration
2 years
Qualification
Masters
Subject Area
Engineering
Campus
Sharjah
Course Type
Master of Science
Study Pattern
Full time
Delivery Format
In person
AED 82,200/yr
Apply online at apply.aus.edu with transcripts, a CV, references and a statement of purpose where required. The graduate application fee is AED 450 + 5% VAT. AUS offers graduate assistantships to qualified applicants.