Civil Engineering American University of Sharjah (AUS)

Overview

Consistent with the demands of international and national accreditation requirements and targeting specific industry needs of the region, this undergraduate degree in civil engineering takes about four years to complete. By the end of it, you will have developed a broad foundation in all disciplines of civil engineering.

Among the main subjects of the program are structural engineering, construction materials, geotechnical engineering, transportation engineering, water resources, environmental engineering and construction management.

The Civil Engineering degree course from American University of Sharjah (AUS) will also help you improve your communication skills, use computer tools and develop high standards of professional ethics.

We place considerable emphasis on group-based, open-ended design projects, and we motivate our students to stay ahead of current technical developments and environmental and global issues.

With governments throughout the region eager to develop and enhance their infrastructure and the construction industry playing a significant role in that development, our region has seen an increased demand for civil engineers. As a result, you will be in a privileged position to start a career in this sector upon graduation.

Mission Statement

The mission of the civil engineering program at AUS is to provide students with the highest level of technical preparation, social responsibility, leadership and lifelong learning skills for successful careers in civil engineering.

The department offers quality education based on a nationally and internationally recognized curriculum supported by well-equipped laboratories and state-of-the-art educational tools.

The department provides a professional environment that fosters fairness, ethics, diversity, faculty development, quality research, and outreach with industry and public agencies.