A 54-credit research doctorate with tracks in supply-chain management, sustainable construction project management, smart cities and engineering management, combining coursework with a 30-credit dissertation. Prepares graduates for research and leadership careers.
6 credits of required courses + at least 18 elective credits + seminar + qualifying exam, plus a 30-credit dissertation (ESM 799); direct-admission (bachelor's) entrants add 6 bridging credits and 6 further elective credits (60 total). Written and oral qualifying exam, then proposal and public defence.
A written and oral qualifying examination is taken during the programme.
Academic, government and senior industry leadership in engineering, operations and supply-chain management.
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
PhD in Engineering — Engineering Systems Management
Start Date
August 2026 (Fall)
Typical Offer
Relevant master's degree, min CGPA 3.0/4.0, plus IELTS 6.5 (or TOEFL iBT 80). Direct admission from a bachelor's (CGPA 3.5/4.0 in a relevant engineering/architecture field) also possible (60 credits with bridging courses).
Duration
4 years
Qualification
Doctorate
Subject Area
Engineering
Campus
Sharjah
Course Type
Doctor of Philosophy
Study Pattern
Full time
Delivery Format
In person
AED 73,980/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.