BEng (Hons) Applied Mechanical Engineering

The BEng (Hons) in Applied Mechanical Engineering at Emirates Aviation University provides a vocationally focused engineering education that develops students’ practical and analytical skills in mechanical, maintenance and manufacturing sectors. It suits students who enjoy applied problem-solving, hands-on workshops, and engineering design, preparing them to enter industry with competencies in CAD, drafting, materials selection and engineering management.

Curriculum structure

Year 1:
In the first year, students build core engineering foundations through subjects that develop mathematical reasoning, mechanics understanding, and technical communication, such as Engineering Mathematics, Engineering Mechanics, and Engineering Drafting and CAD. These modules introduce the analytical and practical tools needed to recognise and solve basic engineering problems, while early exposure to design projects helps students start thinking like engineers. Students also practice using computing technology to organise and analyse technical information, grounding them in both theory and application. 

Year 2:
The second year advances technical breadth with subjects such as Strength of Materials, Fluid Mechanics and Thermofluids, and Engineering Design Principles. Here, students learn how materials behave under stress, how fluids and energy transfer through systems, and how to conceptualise and analyse engineering designs. Laboratory work and practical sessions link classroom theory with physical systems, reinforcing skills that are essential for mechanical engineering roles in maintenance and production environments. 

Year 3:
In the final year, students focus on applied and professional engineering practice with modules such as Advanced Engineering Applications, Project Management for Engineers, and an Industry-Embedded Engineering Project. These components require learners to integrate technical knowledge and project management skills, working on real industry problems and demonstrating readiness for workplace challenges. The programme also includes a structured Industrial Internship, where students apply their learning in a real engineering environment, combining academic concepts with practical experience. 

Focus areas (in a string):
Engineering mathematics; mechanics of materials; thermofluids; CAD and drafting; engineering design; project management; manufacturing processes; applied mechanical systems.

Learning outcomes (in a string):
Apply engineering mathematics and science to mechanical problems; analyse materials and energy systems; design and model engineering solutions; use industry tools such as CAD and drafting; integrate project management and professional skills; perform in real engineering environments.

Professional alignment (accreditation):
The programme is accredited by the UAE Ministry of Higher Education and Scientific Research and aligns with vocational engineering standards that prepare graduates for immediate industry roles in mechanical and maintenance engineering. 

Reputation (employability rankings):
Emirates Aviation University is recognised for its practical, industry-oriented engineering programmes, and its mechanical engineering graduates are positioned for employment in sectors including construction, marine, energy, automotive, oil and gas, and aerospace engineering, with strong internship pipelines enhancing real-world experience.