Graduate Programs
AUC offers a diverse range of courses and graduate degrees that aid Egypt's future engineers and scientists in their career paths.
The School of Sciences and Engineering graduate studies guidelines document describes student advising best practices, the objective, format, and timing of the qualifying exam, proposal defense, and final thesis defense. The objective is to streamline the processes and to ensure consistency across graduate programs.
PhD Programs
Applied Sciences - PhD
It is an interdisciplinary program that applies modern approaches from experimental, natural and life sciences in conjunction with theoretical and computational methods from engineering, mathematics and computer science to the solution of advanced problems of fundamental importance.
Engineering - PhD
The PhD program emphasizes the application of research methods and procedures to advanced areas in science and technology. Advancing applied sciences and technology must be based on fundamental comprehension of various disciplines, while being responsive to the needs of new technologies.
Master's Programs
Architecture - MSc
The program focuses on finding and building connections between Architecture and other relevant disciplines at AUC. Exploring these connections is inherent in the essence of architecture as a multidisciplinary domain, always seeking new questions and finding alternate paths by bridging with other domains.
Biotechnology - MSc
The Master of Science program in Biotechnology provides Postgraduate Education preparing students for a career in Biotechnology by establishing a firm foundation in the Science and Engineering of Biotechnology and providing an introduction to Bio-Entrepreneurship.
Chemistry - MSc
The Department of Chemistry offers two programs of study leading to either a science degree in chemistry or with a concentration in food chemistry and nutrition (master's of science). The M.Sc. in chemistry prepares students for a career in chemistry or related fields through the development of a firm foundation in the fundamental science and applications of chemistry for both industry and academia.
Computer Science - MSc
The master's degree in computer science offers students the opportunity to engage in coursework, research projects, and other activities designed to develop a theoretical background and up-to-date practical skills in the rapidly changing field of computer science.
Computing - M. Comp.
The master in computing (M.Comp.) at the School of Sciences and Engineering prepares students for higher-level professional practice in local and international markets.
Construction Engineering - MSc
The program offers a high-quality education that prepares students for advanced academic, research and professional careers in construction management and systems, and structural engineering and construction materials.
Construction Engineering - MEng
The Master of Engineering in construction engineering prepares graduate students for higher level professional practice in local and international markets, whether in consulting, industry or government.
Electronics and Communications Engineering - MSc
The objectives of the master's degree in electronics and communications engineering are to provide the graduates of the program with broad knowledge of modern computational and experimental methods in engineering.
Electronics and Communications Engineering - MEng
The degree in electronics and communications engineering prepares students for higher-level professional practice in local and international markets, whether in private consulting practice, industry, or government activities.
Electronics and Communications Engineering - MEng Management of Technology
The Master of Engineering Degree in Electronics and Communications Engineering with a concentration in Management of Technology prepares students for higher-level professional practice in local and international markets.
Environmental Engineering - MSc
This degree is an interdisciplinary engineering degree program that is administered by a director and a steering committee from the engineering departments. Other faculty members from the School of Sciences and Engineering participate in the program.
Environmental Systems Design - MEng
The master's in environmental systems design prepares students for higher-level professional practice in local and international markets, whether in private consulting practice, industry, or government and regulatory activities.
Global Public Health - MPH
The program provides postgraduate education to prepare students for a career in several essential and innovative areas of interdisciplinary specialization through a sound foundation in the biomedical, engineering, and data sciences.
Mechanical Engineering - MSc
The program offers high-quality education that prepares students for advanced academic, research and professional careers in one of the following specializations: Design, Industrial Engineering, Materials and Manufacturing Engineering, Mechatronics and Power.
Mechanical Engineering - MEng
The Master of Engineering in Mechanical Engineering at AUC prepares students for higher-level professional practice in local and international markets.
Nanotechnology - MSc
The program provides academic excellence in advanced sciences and technologies through an interdisciplinary education in the fields of materials science, physics, chemistry and engineering preparing students for careers in industry, education and research.
Petroleum Engineering - MSc
The Master Degree in Petroleum Engineering prepares graduate students to provide the industry with a workforce equipped with technical skills and research capabilities with the understanding of business, management practices, safety and environment and ethical work habits.
Petroleum Engineering - MEng
The Master Degree in Petroleum Engineering prepares graduate students to provide the industry with a workforce equipped with technical skills and research capabilities with the understanding of business, management practices, safety and environment and ethical work habits.
Physics - MSc
This program provides, along with a deep and solid foundation in basic physics, theoretical and experimental skills that are transferable to many professions besides the traditional physics research careers.
Robotics, Control and Smart Systems - MEng
The program provides academic excellence through an interdisciplinary education in the fields with the aim to prepare graduate students for careers in industry, education and research (local, regional and global).
Robotics, Control and Smart Systems - MSc
This specialized program provides interdisciplinary academic and educational excellence in advanced sciences and technologies enabling students to develop innovative and intelligent ideas to meet today’s most pressing challenges.
Sustainable Development - MSc
This program aims to create a new generation of business and social entrepreneurs with skills to start up green businesses, launch innovative ventures and products, and set public policy and social entrepreneurship innovations that address society’s resource challenges.
Diplomas
Computer Science - Diploma
The coursework for the diploma in computer science is directed at providing the student with a background in subjects relevant to the designated computer science discipline.
Food Chemistry - Diploma
Students may receive a Graduate Diploma in Food Chemistry upon the successful completion of 6 courses (18 credit hours).
Sustainable Development - Diploma
This diploma considers the concept of sustainable development as an economic growth opportunity. It is designed for candidates who desire to make a contribution in the field.
Physics - Diploma
The graduate diploma in physics is directed at providing the student with an advanced background in areas such as computational physics, mathematical modeling, and laboratory techniques.
Water, Energy, Food Technologies Diploma
This Technologies diploma aims to create a new generation of technical professionals who can tackle issues related to the Water-Energy-Food nexus desert communities. It aims to equip lifelong learners with the necessary technical skills to address and solve WEF Nexus challenges on a national and international level and achieve Egypt’s Sustainable Development Strategy: Egypt’s Vision 2030.