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Bachelor of Engineering (Honours) - Civil Engineering
Duration
4 Years
Classes commence
September (Autumn) |
January (Winter) |
April (Spring) |
Yearly Fees*
AED 65,628 / USD 17,883
*VAT 5% inclusive
Note: Yearly fees will vary depending
on number of subjects enrolled in
Civil engineers are at the forefront of planning, designing, constructing, maintaining and improving infrastructural facilities like roads, railroads, airports, bridges, dams and power plants.
Our Bachelor of Engineering (Honours) major in Civil Engineering degree (previously known as Bachelor of Engineering: Civil), aims to provide you with a strong technical background and the right skills to launch a career in the construction industry. As part of the course, you will be introduced to various iconic architectural structures and construction sites in and around the UAE and will have a chance to work on simulations and real-life projects as well.
This degree will prepare you for a career as a Structural Engineer, Site Engineer, Quantity Surveyor, Project Management Engineer, Construction Engineer and more.
The program from UOW ranks in the top 100 in the world by subject for Civil and Structural Engineering according to the QS World University Rankings 2020.
Admission requirements for UOWD depends on the type of high school curriculum you have followed. The requirements based on the most common high school curricula are listed below:
School System | Bachelor of Engineering (Honours) (4 Years) |
---|---|
UAE Al-Thanawiyya Al-Aama |
Elite Track (75%) OR Advanced Track (80%) and |
Arab Countries Al-Thanawiyya Al-Aama |
Equivalent to UAE Al-Thanawiyyah Al-Aama requirement |
American High School Diploma | Overall average grade of C (70% or 2.5/4.0) + SAT 1100 |
Bangladesh HSC |
GPA of 4.0 / 5.0 |
British GCE Curriculum | Minimum 5 IGCSE/GCSE subjects – Grade D and Minimum of 3 A levels – Grade CCD Completion of Year 13 |
Chinese Senior High School | 80% |
International Baccalaureate Diploma | 25 Points |
India CBSE & ICSE, Grade 12 |
65% |
Iran Pre-University Certificate |
14 |
Japan Upper Secondary School Diploma |
3.8 out of 5 |
Kenya | 60 |
Nepal School Leaving Certificate Examination |
3 out of 4 |
South Korea CSAT |
77.5% |
Notes:
- Students not meeting the minimum direct entry for the Bachelor of Engineering (Honours) may be eligible for admission subject to successful completion of additional remedial subjects identified by the Faculty of Engineering and Information Sciences.
- Students with qualifications from other curriculum should contact the Student Recruitment and Admissions department at UOWD to determine their eligibility.
- All students applying for the Bachelor of Engineering are required to have an EmSAT in Mathematics with a score of 1300 and EmSAT in Physics with a score of 1000 or equivalent.
- All students applying from non UAE MoE curriculum must provide an equivalency of their Secondary School Certificate from the Ministry of Education, UAE; stating the completion of Grade 12.
- A student who does not satisfy the criteria for Equivalency of Secondary School Certificate, may be subject to conditional admission, based on receiving a Letter of No Objection to Conditional Admission issued by the Ministry.
At UOWD, all classes are taught in English and in order to enrol in a bachelor’s degree you will need to submit one of the following certificate of English language proficiency:
English Language Testing | Bachelor of Engineering (Honours) Degree |
---|---|
IELTS Academic |
Overall: IELTS (Academic) score of 6.0 Minimum of 6.0 in Reading & Writing Minimum of 5.0 in Listening & Speaking |
TOEFL Internet-based |
79 with not less than 20 in Writing, 18 in Reading, 17 in Listening, 16 in Speaking |
TOEFL Computer based |
213 with a 4.0 TWE/Essay Writing |
TOEFL* International paper based |
550 with a 4.0 TWE/Essay Writing |
EmSAT Achieve – English |
1400 |
Notes:
* Students admitted under this criterion must complete the test at AMIDEAST.
Students with a minimum overall score of 6.0 in academic IELTS and no more than one score (either in reading or writing) between 5.0 and 6.0 will be given the opportunity to complete a remedial subject in the first semester as a condition for progression.
Eligible students should complete Diagnostics Tests in Mathematics and Physics and achieve a minimum score of 60% in each test. Students who score less than 60% in their diagnostics tests would be required to complete remedial subject(s) in their first trimester. Click here to view Placement Tests schedule.
To gain insight into the test structure and covered topics please refer to the ‘Diagnostic Test Guidelines’ file accessible here.
If you are seeking advanced standing status, you will need to submit an official academic transcripts showing all courses studied and the grades obtained, syllabus details (including information on course content) for the courses you have successfully completed and an explanation of the grading system.
To make an application for your chosen program, complete the online application form and submit it along with all your supporting documentation (see below) prior to the application deadline.
Late applications may be accepted subject to the availability of places but applicants are encouraged to apply as early as possible.
Please ensure that all these documents accompany your application for admission form submittal:
- An original or certified copy of your secondary school records
- A Statement or Certificate of Completion of secondary school
- Proof of your English language proficiency
(Note: Results from IELTS & TOEFL tests may be sent to the University directly from the IELTS or TOEFL testing centres quoting the UOWD institution code IELTS: AE109 / TOEFL: 7907)
- UAE ID (if applying from within the UAE)
- A copy of your passport (and Residence Visa, if resident in the UAE).
Additionally, if you are seeking advance standing in your chosen program:
- Certified copies of official academic transcripts showing all courses studied and grades obtained, syllabus details (including information on course content) of the courses you successfully completed and an explanation of the grading system.
All applicants for admission who have completed the Thanaweya Al-Amma must get their certificates attested by the UAE Ministry of Education.
Applicants from all other curriculum, who have completed their high school from UAE, are required to obtain equivalency of their high school qualifications from the UAE Ministry of Education.
In these circumstances, you will be provisionally admitted to the University and permitted to commence the first semester of study, subject to you obtaining the required attestation/equivalency.
You must have your secondary school records and Certificates of Completion certified by:
- The issuing Board of Secondary Education OR a recognised authority for secondary education
- The Ministry of Foreign Affairs in the host country
- The UAE Embassy in that host country OR the Embassy of the host country in UAE must attest the authenticity of the documents and attestations and the UAE ministry of Foreign Affairs.
In special cases where complying with conditions (2) and (3) are not feasible, the certificates may be verified against originals by Embassies in the UAE and the UAE Ministry of Foreign Affairs.
In these circumstances, you will be provisionally admitted to the University and permitted to commence the first semester of study.
If you are unable to secure the attestations as outlined above you will be asked to sign a “Consent to Provide Documents” form agreeing to secure the equivalency. You will be permitted to commence your studies at UOWD, but will be given a maximum of one semester to obtain the attested certificate(s). UOWD reserves the right to take appropriate action against any applicant who cannot secure the appropriate documentation in this time, which may result in the termination of the student’s enrolment at UOWD.
For more information or assistance on attesting documents from outside UAE, click here.
Program Structure
The Bachelor of Engineering (Honours) degree is a four year degree with a common first year where you will learn more about engineering and its different fields before deciding which discipline to study. The common first year provides you with sound fundamentals in mathematics, statistics, physics, chemistry, computing, engineering science and communication, mechanics, materials and fluids. You then focus on your chosen major study from second year.
To qualify for award of the degree of Bachelor of Engineering in this major, a candidate shall accrue an aggregate of at least 192 Credit Points (cp), which includes two general electives chosen from the general education subjects, in addition to one more general education subjects, for a total of 198 (cp). In addition, completes the professional experience subject ENGG454. Students are also required to accrue an overall weighted average mark (WAM) of 50%. The degree consists of core subjects, thesis, electives and general education subjects details of which are below:
Common Engineering Subjects
Core Subjects
Core Subjects
Core Subjects
Capstone
Technical Elective Subjects
Students are required to choose an additional TWO Engineering Technical Elective Subjects, from the list below.
General Elective Subjects
Students are required to choose an additional TWO General Elective Subjects, each worth 6 credit points, from the school's approved list.
Choose One Emarati Studies*
* Students must complete 6 credit points (cp) of General Education subjects in the area of Emirati Studies as part of the 192 cp.
Note: If you enrolled at the University before Autumn 2024 and have already completed some GED subjects, you may continue with your original study plan to fulfill your graduation requirements. Alternatively, you may choose to follow the new guidelines by completing one GED subject in the Emirati Studies category from the list above and transferring any completed GED subjects to Electives if permitted by your degree plan.
For support and guidance on this option, please consult an officer at the Academic Success Centre or speak with the Academic Advisor in your School.
Program Outcomes
The Bachelor of Engineering (Honours) degree is an applied program that produces highly employable graduates in various fields of engineering. Students undertaking the Bachelor of Engineering (Honours) major in Civil Engineering can enter professions such as:
- Site Engineer
- Quantity Surveyor
- Project Management Engineer
- Construction Engineer
Accreditation and Recognition
All degrees at the University of Wollongong in Dubai are accredited by the Commission for Academic Accreditation (CAA) of the UAE Ministry of Education and are licensed by the Knowledge and Human Development Authority (KHDA). In addition, the degree is quality assured by UOW, which is registered with the Tertiary Education Quality and Standards Agency (TEQSA), the national regulator of the higher education sector in Australia.
Students will be issued a UOW Australia degree upon graduation.
Professional Accreditation and Recognition
IEAust
The program is recognised by the Society of Engineers Australia, providing professional recognition in the field of engineering in Australia and globally. This recognition ensures that graduates from this course are admitted, on application, to the grade of Graduate Membership of Engineers Australia.
UOW Australia is a member of the Group of Eight (Go8) Deans of Engineering and Associates, in recognition of its being among the top Australian engineering faculties. This achievement is a direct result of our world-class reputation in teaching and research.
Energy Institute (EI)
UOWD is an affiliate of The Energy Institute. The Energy Institute (EI) is the leading professional membership body bringing global energy expertise together, from oil and gas to renewables. The EI connects you to a thriving global community and unlocks access to a broad range of benefits. Becoming a Student Member of the EI will grant you access to resources and opportunities that will not only support you in your studies, but also further your career development.
Dr Umar Asghar
Assistant Professor
Dr Umar Asghar is Assistant Professor at the University of Wollongong in Dubai (UOWD) and currently teaches Dynamics of Mechanisms, Manufacturing Engineering Principles, Mechanical Engineering Design 2 and Sustainable Energy Technologies at undergraduate level.
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