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PhD in Materials Science and Engineering

at American University of Sharjah

Be at the helm of new discoveries.

As the global focus on environmental sustainability becomes increasingly urgent, AUS is driving research and development to address society’s infrastructure needs for today and tomorrow. The PhD in Materials Science Engineering (PhD-MSE) at AUS is designed to equip and motivate future researchers and academics of engineering and sustainable materials with the advanced knowledge and skills they require to address these urgent needs. Learn how you can join this exciting program.

Because tomorrow matters.

Where can a PhD-MSE from AUS take you?

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The PhD-MSE program is for future researchers and academics, providing advanced, specialized knowledge in engineering and material science as they develop the skills they need to develop cutting-edge research in their chosen field.
Graduates of the program can contribute to advanced research and development in:
  • Advanced materials, including the properties, design, testing, production and usage of novel construction materials, smart and functional materials, composite materials, and nanomaterials for electronics, healthcare and chemical applications
  • Materials for energy and environment, including water treatment chemicals and materials, renewable power technologies, energy conversion and harvesting materials, and green technologies
  • Structures, including analysis, design, maintenance, testing, and construction of sustainable infrastructure systems for buildings, transportation, oil and gas, and power generation industries and architectures
  • Analytical and computational modeling and simulation of material and structural response to use conditions to guide the development of new materials and structures

 

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Take it from the experts.

AUS is recognized by respected ranking agencies around the world for achievements across many categories and in many fields, including arts and sciences, sustainability, diversity and more.
Read more about our rankings here.

QS Arab University Ranking-3

Top 10 in the Arab World

Ranked among the top ten Arab universities every year for the past eight consecutive years (2023).
QS world rankings

Top 50 Under 50 University

Ranked among the world's top 50 universities under 50 years of age (2021).
THE World rankings

Top 5 in the World for Diversity

Among the top five universities with the highest % of international students (2022).
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First in GCC to be rated for sustainability

Earned a Sustainability Tracking, Assessment and Rating System silver award for sustainability in higher education from AASHE.

Discover the AUS experience

“The PhD-MSE program will allow AUS to engage in and support research endeavors that help Sharjah and the UAE move toward a knowledge-based economy and have a positive impact on improving the overall quality of life."

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Dr. Mahmoud Anabtawi
Dean of the College of Arts and Sciences

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