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College of Engineering

Bachelor of Science in Software Engineering

Type Undergraduate
Credit Hours 132 Hours
Duration 4 Years
Language English
Study mode Full Time
Intake Spring, Summer, Fall, Winter
Delivery mode Day
Campuses Al Ain, Abu Dhabi
About the program
What's next
Program Details
Fees & Financials

Overview

Software Engineering is the application of engineering to the systematic development of software. It is a relatively new area of study and is becoming increasingly critical due to the emerging challenges of building reliable quality software systems. Software Engineers apply theoretical knowledge to design, develop, analyze, and test high quality software systems.

The program will provide you with the skills to design systems, components, and processes to meet desired needs within economic, environmental, social, political, ethical, health and safety, manufacturability, and sustainability constraints. You will study courses in software maintenance and evolution, software requirements and specification, software design and architecture, software testing and quality assurance, web design, software engineering, object-orientated design patterns, operating systems, and system and networks administration.

Program educational objectives and student outcomes

Program Educational Objectives

The objectives of the program are to produce Software Engineers who will be able to:

  • Demonstrate success in the software engineering field 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 growth of local and global communities and uphold ethical, social, and professional responsibilities.

Student Outcomes

The following learning outcomes describe the competencies and skills that Abu Dhabi University Software Engineering students will acquire by graduation:

  • An ability to apply knowledge of mathematics, science and engineering principles to software engineering.
  • An ability to design and conduct experiments, as well as critically analyze and interpret data.
  • An ability to design a system, component, or process to meet the desired needs within realistic constraints such as economic, environmental, social, political, ethical, health and safety, manufacturability, and sustainability.
  • An ability to function in multidisciplinary teams.
  • An ability to identify, formulate, and solve software engineering problems.
  • An understanding of professional and ethical responsibility.
  • An ability to communicate effectively.
  • An understanding of the impact of engineering solutions in a global, economic, environmental, and societal context.
  • An understanding of the need for, and an ability to engage in, life-long learning
  • Knowledge of contemporary software engineering issues.
  • An ability to use the techniques, skills, and modern engineering tools necessary for software engineering practice.

Tuition fees structure & calculation

Abu Dhabi

Course Type
Total (Aed)
36,000
Credit Hour Cost (Aed)
1,440
Required Credits
25
190,460
Credit Hour Cost (Aed)
1,780
Required Credits
107
Total Tuition Fees (Excl. Vat) 226,460

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

Software engineering is one of the most in-demand and fastest-growing occupational fields in the MENA region. A software engineering degree provides not only technical IT skills but also a variety of transferable skills valuable for many job roles, including:

● Software Engineering
● Applications Developer
● Database Manager and Administrator
● Game Developer
● Multimedia Programmer
● Web Developer
● Web Designer
● Software Tester
● Application Analyst
● IT Consultant
● IT Technical Support Officer
● Senior System Analyst and Developer
● System Integrator

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
Abu Dhabi Education Council Track
Successfully passing 3rd level advanced math and advanced physics courses
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

General Education
25 credit hours
Degree Requirements
59 credit hours
Major Requirements
33 credit hours
Major Electives
9 credit hours
Open Electives
6 credit 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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