A research master's (Masdar-legacy) with tracks in Water & Environmental Technologies or Water & Environmental Resources, focused on clean-water access and sustainable development.
Thesis-based, 30 credits with two specialization tracks (Water & Environmental Technologies; Water & Environmental Resources): core plus track/elective courses and a 9-credit master's thesis.
Some programmes are nationality-restricted (e.g. Nuclear Engineering; International and Civil Security).
Graduates work in water treatment, desalination, environmental management and water-resources planning across the UAE, or continue to a PhD.
UAE CAA (Ministry of Education); KU holds no programmatic accreditation at graduate level
Award
Master of Science in Water and Environmental Engineering
Start Date
August 2026 (Fall; Spring intake for many programmes)
Typical Offer
Bachelor's in civil, chemical or environmental engineering or a related field, CGPA 3.0/4.0 + TOEFL 91 / IELTS 6.5
Duration
2 years
Qualification
Masters
Subject Area
Engineering
Campus
Abu Dhabi
Course Type
Master of Science
Study Pattern
Full time
Delivery Format
In person
AED 75,000/yr
Apply online via ku.ac.ae with transcripts, references and a statement of purpose. Master's students access tiered tuition scholarships; PhD researchers are fully funded with a tuition waiver and a substantial monthly stipend.