Master of Science in Mechanical Engineering

• Advanced Knowledge: Enrichment of core concepts in engineering problems and increased expertise in a specific area of interest.
• Analytical & Design Skills: The ability to design complex systems, components, or processes while meeting realistic constraints such as sustainability and ethical responsibility.
• Research Proficiency: Capability to conduct experiments, analyze data, and produce scientific work suitable for journals or patent registration.
• Professionalism & Ethics: A high degree of professional responsibility, awareness of global engineering market trends, and effective communication of technical ideas.
• Leadership & Lifelong Learning: Readiness to fill critical positions in industry and a commitment to continuous skill development throughout their careers. 

• Degree: A bachelor’s degree in mechanical engineering or a relevant discipline from an accredited university.
• GPA: Minimum of “Very Good” (typically 3.75/5.0).
• Standardized Tests: Scores for the GRE-General (minimum 148 in Quantitative) or the local GAT (Qudarat) may be required.

Program Options

• Thesis Option: 24 Credit Hours + Research Thesis

• Non-Thesis (Project) Option: 36 Credit Hours + Capstone Project (ME 599 I & II)

First Year – First Semester

MATH505 – Numerical Linear Algebra – 3 Credit Hours
MATH506 – Ordinary and Partial Differential Equations – 3 Credit Hours
ME508 – Experimental Methods – 3 Credit Hours

Total: 9 Credit Hours

First Year – Second Semester

(Courses vary based on specialization track)

Design & Applied Mechanics Track

ME507 – Finite Element Methods – 3 Credit Hours
ME558 – Advanced Mechanics of Materials – 3 Credit Hours
Technical Elective I – 3 Credit Hours

Total: 9 Credit Hours

Thermofluids Track

ME577 – Advanced Heat Transfer – 3 Credit Hours
ME583 – Advanced Fluid Mechanics – 3 Credit Hours
Technical Elective I – 3 Credit Hours

Total: 9 Credit Hours

Second Year – First Semester

Design & Applied Mechanics Track

ME568 – Modern Control Theory – 3 Credit Hours
ME569 – Dynamics of Rotating Machinery – 3 Credit Hours
ME559 – Composite Materials – 3 Credit Hours

Total: 9 Credit Hours

Thermofluids Track

ME578 – Numerical Methods in Thermofluids – 3 Credit Hours
ME579 – Thermal Power Plant Design – 3 Credit Hours
ME588 – Pumps and Compressors – 3 Credit Hours

Total: 9 Credit Hours

Second Year – Second Semester

Thesis Option

ME600 – Master’s Thesis – 6 Credit Hours
Graduate Elective – 3 Credit Hours

Total: 9 Credit Hours

Non-Thesis (Project) Option

ME599 I – Capstone Project I – 3 Credit Hours
ME599 II – Capstone Project II – 3 Credit Hours
Graduate Elective – 3 Credit Hours

Total: 9 Credit Hours