Graduate Catalog

College of Engineering and Physical Sciences

One of the main pillars of Abu Dhabi’s social, political, and economic future is a sustainable knowledge-based economy, as outlined in the Abu Dhabi Vision 2030. The overarching purpose of the College of Engineering and Physical Sciences at the Khalifa University of Science and Technology is to work towards this vision by advancing the discovery of new knowledge, its dissemination, and exploitation.

The College of Engineering and Physical Sciences is distinguishing itself as a major contributor towards economic diversification within Abu Dhabi and the region, particularly through its close alignment with growing regional industries in key themes such as energy, aerospace, healthcare, transportation, and information and communication technologies.

The College of Engineering and Physical Sciences is a vibrant community of academic scholars, students, and staff dedicated to engineering education and innovation for the ultimate benefit of society. The College empowers students with a great sense of purposeful academic curiosity about the physical world and appreciation of the social and environmental context within a rapidly changing world.

College Mission

The College of Engineering and Physical Sciences serves the Emirate of Abu Dhabi, the nation, and the world by providing students with holistic education underpinned by the principle of engineering with a purpose, thus empowering them to be outstanding leaders in discovering new knowledge as a catalyst for business innovation, particularly towards the Abu Dhabi Vision 2030.

The College also plays an integral role in this vision by conducting cutting-edge fundamental, multidisciplinary, and translational research in key strategic areas such as information and communication technology, aerospace, transport and logistics, healthcare, energy, and the environment.

College Vision

To be a world-class center of excellence in engineering education, research, and knowledge transfer and hence be a catalyst for economic development in the Emirate of Abu Dhabi and the UAE.