Master of Science Program in Civil Engineering

Program Description

Learning Outcomes

Requirements

Program Structure

Scroll Top
  • Home
  • Program
  • Master of Science Program in Civil Engineering
Master of Science Program in Civil Engineering
Institution
King Saud University
Location
Saudi Arabia
Total Tuition
$ 21339
Intakes
September
Application deadline
January
Application Fee
133
Program Description

The program is designed to be a globally recognized graduate program in civil engineering education, innovation, and technological advancement in building the knowledge economy.

Recommended Related Programs & Degrees

Latest Global News & Industry Insights

Hosting Institution

King Saud University
King Saud UniversityView Institution Profile ↗

Learning Outcomes

Students completing the M.Sc. program will be able to:

• SO 1: Recognize advanced engineering knowledge, concepts, and techniques to identify, interpret, and analyze complex and real-life engineering problems.

• SO 2: Provide solutions for complex and real-life engineering problems through critical thinking and the use of modern engineering tools, and identify their impact on social, global, cultural, environmental, safety, and economic factors.

• SO 3: Investigate scientific research problems independently or through teamwork using critical thinking, appropriate techniques, advanced tools, and management principles.

• SO 4: Criticize and discuss scientific research reports /papers related to Civil Engineering issues with a high level of ethics proficiency and communication skills, independently, or as a teamwork.

• SO 5: Design novel advanced Civil Engineering systems and evaluate their performance, sustainability, and effectiveness for engineering practice and their impact in global, economic, environmental, and societal contexts

• SO 6: Demonstrate scientific integrity, ethical responsibility, and academic values in scientific publications, research projects, and thesis work.

• SO 7: Effectively manage, individually or in groups, specialized tasks and activities in coursework, projects, assignments, and research work with a high level of autonomy and responsibility.

Requirements

Applicants for the Master of Science in Civil Engineering program must meet the following criteria:

– Hold a bachelor’s degree in engineering science from a program accredited by the Accreditation Board for Engineering and Technology (ABET) or an equivalent recognized accreditation body. The degree should be in Civil Engineering or a closely related discipline, awarded by King Saud University or another recognized institution.

– Have achieved a minimum cumulative GPA of 3.75 out of 5 (or equivalent) with an overall grade of “Very Good” or higher.

– Applicants holding a “Good” grade with a minimum cumulative GPA of 3.25 out of 5 (or equivalent) may also be considered if they have at least seven (7) years of relevant professional experience.

– Applicants whose undergraduate specialization differs from Civil Engineering should contact the department to confirm whether their field of study qualifies as a related discipline before applying through the electronic admission portal.

– Obtain a minimum score of 5.5 on the IELTS Academic Test or an equivalent English proficiency test.

– Achieve a minimum score of 65 on the General Aptitude Test for University Graduates (or an officially recognized equivalent test).

  1. Language of Instruction: English

Program Structure

First Year – First Semester

CE501 – Common Course I – 3 Credit Hours
CE502 – Common Course II – 3 Credit Hours
CE503 – Common Course III – 3 Credit Hours

First Year – Second Semester

CE510 – Core Course I (Specialization) – 3 Credit Hours
CE511 – Core Course II (Specialization) – 3 Credit Hours
CE512 – Core Course III (Specialization) – 3 Credit Hours

Second Year – First Semester

CE513 – Core Course IV (Specialization) – 3 Credit Hours
CE520 – Elective Course (From Specialization List) – 3 Credit Hours
CE596 – Thesis Research Proposal – 1 Credit Hour

Second Year – Second Semester

CE600 – Master’s Thesis – 1 Credit Hour

Program Summary

  • Total Courses: 10

  • Total Credit Hours: 26

Course Distribution:

  • Common Courses (Required for all Specialties): 3 Courses – 9 Credit Hours

  • Core Courses (Required for the Chosen Specialization): 4 Courses – 12 Credit Hours

  • Elective Course: 1 Course – 3 Credit Hours

  • Thesis Courses:

    • CE596 – Thesis Research Proposal – 1 Credit Hour

    • CE600 – Master’s Thesis – 1 Credit Hour

Visit The Program Page
Program Overview
Study Format
On-campus
Program Level
Master's
Language Of Materials
English
Language Of Teaching
English
Mode
Full-time
Duration By Months
24
Visit The Program Page
To request more information about the program

Contact Admission
King Saud University
Phone Number
+966114696666
Email
engineering@ksu.edu.sa

Follow Top Majors Now