Master of Science in Electrical Engineering
About This Programme
The MS in Electrical Engineering combines theoretical fundamentals with practical application and teaches the methods and advanced techniques used in the field, including artificial intelligence. Students can focus their studies in AI and robotics, communications or smart energy while working closely with faculty in an applied research area. The 30 credits are divided between core courses, focus-area courses, electives and a thesis or graduate paper, and the page also describes a comprehensive exam route. Declaring a focus area is optional and is used for advising: focus areas do not appear on transcripts, and every student is certified against the general MSEE degree requirements.
Course Highlights
- 30 credit hours, finishing with a 6-credit thesis or a 3-credit graduate paper
- Core courses: Random Signals and Noise, Artificial Intelligence Explorations, Engineering Analysis and Advanced Engineering Mathematics, plus a graduate seminar
- Focus areas: AI and Robotics, Communications, and Smart Energy, three courses each
- Thesis students take eight courses plus the thesis; graduate paper students take nine courses plus the paper
- Programme labs: Smart Energy Lab, AI/Robotics Lab, Computing Security Lab, Computer Networking Lab and TDRA-ICTFund Digital Transformation Lab
- Accredited by the UAE Ministry of Higher Education and Scientific Research
What You'll Study
The MSEE requires 30 credits. Students are advised to follow a focus area where its courses are offered during their studies, but need not declare one to graduate.
Core courses
- EEEE-602 Random Signals and Noise3 credits
- EEEE-647 Artificial Intelligence Explorations3 credits
- EEEE-707 Engineering Analysis3 credits
- EEEE-709 Advanced Engineering Mathematics3 credits
- EEEE-795 Graduate Seminar0 credits
Focus area: AI and Robotics
Focus-area courses
- EEEE-636 Biorobotics/Cybernetics3 credits
- EEEE-661 Modern Control Theory3 credits
- EEEE-685 Principles of Robotics3 credits
Focus area: Communications
Focus-area courses
- EEEE-692 Communication Networks3 credits
- EEEE-693 Digital Data Communication3 credits
- EEEE-797 Wireless Communications3 credits
Focus area: Smart Energy
Focus-area courses
- EEEE-622 Electric Power Transmission & Distribution3 credits
- EEEE-624 Advances in Power Systems3 credits
- EEEE-623 Smart Grids3 credits
General electives
Choose one course (3 credits) for the thesis or two courses (6 credits) for the graduate paper. Courses from other focus areas count as electives, and one graduate course from outside the department can be taken with department approval.
- EEEE-629 Antenna Theory3 credits
- EEEE-743 Digital Controls3 credits
- EEEE-765 Optimal Control3 credits
Thesis or graduate paper
Choose the thesis or the graduate paper
- EEEE-790 Thesis6 credits
- EEEE-792 Graduate Paper3 credits
Programme rules
All courses except EEEE-795 carry three semester credit hours. The graduate paper must be completed in one semester and is letter-graded. Students must keep a cumulative GPA of 3.0, the minimum passing grade for graduate courses is C, and all graduate work must be completed within seven years.
What You'll Learn
Programme learning outcomes
- Independent thinking: work independently to develop innovative electrical engineering solutions
- Discipline focus: become proficient in a concentrated area of study and research within electrical engineering
- Communication: communicate effectively in writing and speech
Programme educational objectives
- Specialised training in a concentrated field, with communication skills and ethics for technology's global and societal impact
- An environment of independent thinking and creativity that prepares graduates for doctoral study in electrical engineering or related fields
Entry Requirements
Applicants submit a CV showing professional work experience in the area of study, two letters of recommendation and a personal statement of about 500 words. Final admission decisions are made by RIT's Graduate Department in Rochester, New York.
Accreditation & Professional Recognition
Accredited by the UAE Ministry of Higher Education and Scientific Research, and listed as Active on the Commission for Academic Accreditation's register. The degree is issued by RIT's main campus in Rochester, New York.
Programme Details
Award
Master of Science (MS)
Start Date
August (Fall) and January (Spring)
Typical Offer
Electrical engineering or closely related bachelor's degree with about a 3.0 GPA
Qualification
MS
Subject Area
Engineering
Campus
Dubai Silicon Oasis
Tuition Fee
AED 117,000 total
RIT Dubai accepts applications for Spring (January) and Fall (August) intakes. Spring: early admission until 31 October, regular admission until 31 December, deadline 8 January. Fall: early admission until 15 January, regular admission until 31 May, deadline 22 August. RIT Dubai offers scholarships of up to 50% based on academic and non-academic achievements.