Master of Science in Computer Engineering
About This Programme
A 30-credit master's in advanced computer systems, embedded and mobile computing, communications and architecture, with course-only and thesis pathways. Prepares graduates for roles across hardware, systems and communications, or doctoral study.
Course Highlights
- Begin with a mathematics foundation, then specialise through electives
- Electives in cybersecurity, cloud computing, wireless and advanced networks, big data and analytics, machine learning and databases
- Research components embedded across computer-engineering graduate courses
- Shares a pathway to the PhD in Electrical and Computer Engineering
What You'll Study
Thesis option (3 core + 18 elective credits + 9-credit thesis) or course option (3 core + 27 elective credits); zero-credit seminar (COE 695).
College Core Courses (3 credits + 0-credit seminar)
- NGN 500 Advanced Engineering Mathematics (or NGN 509 Computational Methods for Engineers)3 credits
- COE 695 Seminar0 credits
Elective Courses (18 credits thesis / 27 credits course option)
- BME 543 Biomedical Imaging Technologies3 credits
- BME 581 Biomedical Informatics3 credits
- COE 505 Cloud Computing Infrastructure3 credits
- COE 530 Advanced Computer Networks3 credits
- COE 545 Modeling and Testing in Software Engineering3 credits
- COE 555 Cyber Security3 credits
- COE 570 Big Data and Analytics3 credits
- COE 630 Wireless Networks3 credits
- COE 632 Advanced Database Systems3 credits
- COE 637 Advanced Machine Learning and Data Mining3 credits
- COE 639 Digital Video Compression3 credits
- COE 694 Special Topics in Computer Engineering3 credits
Thesis (thesis option only)
- COE 699 Master's Thesis9 credits
Entry Requirements
MBA and MBDA applicants take the GMAT or the AUS admission test; a statement of purpose is required for some programmes.
Careers
Hardware and systems roles in semiconductors, networking, embedded and IoT systems, cybersecurity, cloud and AI/ML, plus doctoral study.
Accreditation & Professional Recognition
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).
Programme Details
Award
Master of Science in Computer Engineering
Start Date
August 2026 (Fall; Spring intake for many programmes)
Typical Offer
BS in Computer 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
Tuition Fee
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.