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.
Thesis option (3 core + 18 elective credits + 9-credit thesis) or course option (3 core + 27 elective credits); zero-credit seminar (COE 695).
MBA and MBDA applicants take the GMAT or the AUS admission test; a statement of purpose is required for some programmes.
Hardware and systems roles in semiconductors, networking, embedded and IoT systems, cybersecurity, cloud and AI/ML, plus doctoral study.
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 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
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.