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College of Engineering

Bachelor of Science in Computer Engineering - Artificial Intelligence Concentration (ABET Accredited)

Type Undergraduate
Credit Hours 137 Hours
Duration 4 Years
Language English
Study mode Full Time
Intake Spring, Summer, Fall, Winter
Delivery mode Day
Campuses Abu Dhabi, Al Ain
About the program
What's next
Program Details
Fees & Financials

Overview

Computer engineering is a driving force behind innovation and technologies that are changing the world, pushing computing power and capabilities to the edge. Bridging hardware, software, networking, and lately artificial intelligence, computer engineering graduates fill an ever-growing demand across many industries, ranging from IT infrastructure to healthcare, and green energy to aeronautics.

Design, development, testing, and manufacturing of smart systems are the foundation of this program, which will enable you to work in all areas served by technology. From working on tiny computerized systems found in thermostats or the latest smartphone apps, to significantly larger ones found in industrial robots, cars, or data centers, the emphasis is on innovation and hands-on experience to help transform cities to smart cities across almost all sectors.

A rich selection of elective courses including security, mobile application development, artificial intelligence (AI), machine learning, Internet of things, and cloud computing means you can customize your learning to exactly what you see as your future role in this fast-paced industry.

Developed according to the standards of international professional bodies such as the Institute of Electrical and Electronic Engineering (IEEE), the IEEE Computer Society (IEEE-CS), and the Association for Information Technology Professionals (AITP), this program ensures that you will be uniquely qualified to design, analyze, and test wide-ranging solutions using state-of-the-art technologies.

We pride ourselves on the agility of our program, responding quickly to the ever-changing market needs. As technology advances and evolves, so do our curriculum and students.

Please click here to view the Enrollment and Graduation Data.

Graduating from ADU helped me acquire the knowledge and skills in demand for a future powered by Artificial Intelligence.  I was able to realize my dream of becoming an AI Engineer thanks to receiving a high-quality education in state-of-the-art facilities.

Tasnim Basmaji graduated from Abu Dhabi University in 2018 with a BSc in Computer Engineering

Program educational objectives and student outcomes

Program Educational Objectives

The following program objectives are broad statements that describe the career and professional accomplishments, which should be achieved few years following our students’ graduation. In general, our graduates are expected to:

  • Demonstrate their success as computer engineers with a good set of technical, problem solving, and leadership accomplishments.
  • Participate in life-long learning activities such as training, continuing education, or graduate studies.
  • Contribute to the development and the growth of local and global communities and uphold their ethical, social, and professional responsibilities.

Student Outcomes

The following learning outcomes describe competencies and skills that our students acquire by graduation:

  • an ability to identify, formulate, and solve complex computer engineering problems by applying principles of engineering, science, and mathematics.
  • an ability to apply computer engineering design to produce solutions that meet specified needs with consideration of public health, safety, and welfare, as well as global, cultural, social, environmental, and economic factors.
  • an ability to communicate effectively with a range of audiences.
  • an ability to recognize ethical and professional responsibilities in engineering situations and make informed judgments, which must consider the impact of engineering solutions in global, economic, environmental, and societal contexts.
  • an ability to function effectively on a team whose members together provide leadership, create a collaborative and inclusive environment, establish goals, plan tasks, and meet objectives.
  • an ability to develop and conduct appropriate experimentation, analyze and interpret data, and use engineering judgment to draw conclusions.
  • an ability to acquire and apply new knowledge as needed, using appropriate learning strategies.

Tuition fees structure & calculation

Abu Dhabi

Course Type
Total (Aed)
30,240
Credit Hour Cost (Aed)
1,440
Required Credits
21
206,480
Credit Hour Cost (Aed)
1,780
Required Credits
116
Total Tuition Fees (Excl. Vat) 236,720

Al Ain

Course Type
Total (Aed)
24,150
Credit Hour Cost (Aed)
1,150
Required Credits
21
165,880
Credit Hour Cost (Aed)
1,430
Required Credits
116
Total Tuition Fees (Excl. Vat) 190,030

Tuition is based upon the College and/or Department classification as opposed to the course classification or level. Tuition rates for undergraduate students vary from the tuition rates for graduate students.

The tuition fee calculations are an example only and are based on the assumption that elective courses will be taken with the College that the student is taking their major with. However, if the student selects elective courses outside of this College, the total cost payable may increase or decrease to reflect the tuition rate of the College where the elective is delivered.

Costs of books and supplies are not included in the Tuition and Fees. Students at Abu Dhabi University are also required to pay certain fees and other costs to attend the University. Abu Dhabi University reserves the right to change tuition and fee rates at any time. A tuition schedule is published prior to registration for each semester.

For more information, please click here to view the University's tuition fee structure. Fees are subject to change during the year as per government charges and testing bodies.

Career opportunities

Computer Engineers with a background in Artificial Intelligence are highly employable and can find work in many industries including Big Data, automation, Robotics, IoT, Cyber Security, manufacturing, transport, aerospace, healthcare, education, government, and utilities. The UAE Future Foresight Foundation states that AI is one of the highest job growth areas.

Graduates of this program have gone on to work in a wide range of companies including the UAE Armed Forces, Etisalat, the Ministry of Education, Google, Microsoft, Oracle, Siemens, and many AI based research centers.

Entry requirements

Secondary School Certificate
Type of Secondary School Certificate
Requirements
Ministry of Education Schools - General Track
Passing math and sciences in grade 12 with a minimum average of 90%
Successfully passing ADU’s remedial course in physics
Achieving the minimum average of 90% on completing grade 12
Ministry of Education Schools - Advanced Track
Achieving the minimum average of 80% on completing grade 12
Indian Senior Secondary Certificates (CBSE), or State Board Examinations, or Indian School Certificates awarded by ICSE
Achieving the minimum average of 50% on completing grade 12
British System (IGCSE & GCE)
Completing a total of 7 subjects from either IGCSE level or AS/A2 levels, in at least 4 of the following fields: Mathematics, Languages, Sciences, Social Studies and Humanities, Art and Design; with a minimum required grade of C for the IGCSE level subjects, D for the AS Levels, and E for A2 subjects.

Successfully provide evidence / certificate of completing at least 11 years of schooling.
Canadian & American High School Diplomas
Achieving the minimum average of 80% on completing grade 12 or its equivalent of overall average B grade or 3.0/ 4.0
International Baccalaureate Diploma
Successfully completing 6 subjects, with at least 2 at the higher level (HL) and a minimum total of 24 points.

English language proficiency requirements

For programs taught in English, a minimum score range of 1100 - 1225 on the English language portion of the EmSAT examination, or its equivalent on other national or internationally-recognized tests that are approved by the CAA, such as TOEFL scores of 173 CBT (Computer-Based Test), 61 IBT (Internet-Based Test), 500 PBT (Paper-Based Test), or 5.0 IELTS (taken at Amideast or Knowledge Group), or their equivalent.

International Students

We also welcome applications from international students with a variety of secondary school certificates, and grades from other educational systems across the world, so long as they are recognized, and meet the conditions stipulated by the UAE’s Ministry of Education- Higher Education Affairs. For more information on the entry requirements for international students, please visit International Undergraduate Requirements

Transfer Students

Undergraduate students may apply for credit transfer for courses taken prior to joining Abu Dhabi University only once, when they first apply for admission. For more information on requirements for credit transfer, visit Undergraduate Transfer Students.

Applicants with grades and English Language Proficiency Test scores that don’t match the above requirements may be granted exceptions for conditional admission, dependent on their successful completion of required coursework or meeting specified criteria.

Course outline

With no Concentration
General Education
21 credit hours
Degree
35 credit hours
Major
66 credit hours
Artificial Intelligence Concentration Courses
15credit hours

Scholarships

Abu Dhabi University is dedicated to empowering outstanding students and inspiring them to pursue their educational objectives.

Our scholarship and financial aid program represents a key pillar in our strategy for academic excellence and reflects our commitment to supporting the development of the UAE.

We consider it an important national duty to provide equal opportunities for students interested in pursuing higher education and enable them to proactively contribute to society regardless of their financial situation.

Please click here to find out more about the scholarship and financial aid offerings from ADU

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