MS Mechanical Engineering

2 Years On Campus Masters Program

Rochester Institute of Technology Dubai

Program Overview

Program Overview

The MS in Mechanical Engineering at RIT Dubai is a hands-on, career-focused graduate program that deepens your skills in areas like robotics, energy systems, and advanced manufacturing. It’s perfect for engineers who want to tackle real-world problems, advance in industry, or prepare for research and PhD-level work.

Curriculum Structure

Foundations

You’ll start with core courses like Engineering Analysis (MECE‑707) and Advanced Engineering Mathematics (MECE‑709) to sharpen your problem-solving and technical skills. Early seminars, including Graduate Seminar (MECE‑795), get you ready for independent research and help shape your thesis project.

Specialization & Research

Next, you’ll dive into focus areas such as Sustainability, Mechanics & Design, or Thermo‑Fluids Engineering, exploring courses like Renewable Energy Systems and Computational Fluid Dynamics (CFD). This is where theory meets practice, and you begin serious work on your thesis.

Thesis & Electives

In your final phase, you’ll complete a six-credit thesis (MECE‑790), applying your learning to a real-world engineering challenge. Electives allow you to tailor the program to your interests, making your degree both broad and deep.

Focus Areas

Sustainability · Thermo‑Fluids Engineering · Mechanics & Design

Learning Outcomes

Master advanced engineering concepts, complete a meaningful research project, and gain the confidence to tackle complex technical problems.

Professional Alignment (Accreditation)

Accredited by the UAE Ministry of Education, RIT Dubai follows the same curriculum and standards as its main campus in New York.

Reputation (Employability & Rankings)

RIT is globally recognized for its engineering programs, with strong QS rankings, industry connections, and high graduate employability.

Experiential Learning (Research, Projects, Internships etc.)

At RIT Dubai, your MS in Mechanical Engineering is all about hands-on experience. From day one, you’ll work in state-of-the-art labs, tackle real-world projects, and use industry-standard tools and software to bring your ideas to life. Team projects, research, and your thesis let you apply theory in practical ways, preparing you to jump straight into advanced engineering roles or research careers:

Modern labs for real-world practice: Solid Mechanics, Materials Science, and Thermo-Fluids Labs let you test, analyze, and experiment with materials, structures, and fluid systems.
Industry software and digital tools: Learn to use data acquisition systems and analysis software that engineers rely on globally.
Research and teamwork: Collaborate on projects and your thesis to solve real engineering challenges.
Prototyping and fabrication: Use the Mechanical Workshop and innovation spaces to design, build, and test prototypes.
Campus-wide resources: Access Robotics labs, Industry 4.0 facilities, and computing labs to expand your skills.

Progression & Future Opportunities

Graduates of RIT Dubai’s MS in Mechanical Engineering are ready to take on challenging, high-impact roles in engineering and technology. Typical careers include Mechanical Engineer, Thermal Engineer, R&D Engineer, and FEA Specialist, with opportunities across industries in the UAE and globally:

Career support: RIT Dubai’s Career Services and Co-op Office help with CVs, interviews, networking, and career fairs.
Industry connections: Partnerships with Emerson, Schneider Electric, HP, Air Arabia, KPMG, and more offer internships, co-ops, and hiring opportunities.
Employment outcomes: Many graduates secure positions quickly thanks to hands-on projects and co-op experience.
Accreditation value: The degree is recognized by the UAE Ministry of Education, giving you credibility with employers and professional bodies.
Practical experience: Co-op programs let you gain full-time, real-world experience before graduating.

Further Academic Progression:
After your MS, you can continue to a PhD in Mechanical Engineering at RIT’s main campus in the U.S. or other top universities, opening doors to research, academic, and advanced R&D roles.

Additional Information & Requirements

Bachelor's Degree:Applicants should hold or currently be completing, a bachelor's degree, or the U.S. equivalent granted by an accredited college or university. Original transcripts must be submitted to RIT for evaluation with a certified English translation of transcripts where required.
Candidates for the Engineering master’s programs should have an undergraduate bachelor’s degree in the same discipline of engineering, or an area closely related to the discipline they wish to study.
Students who have completed undergraduate education in an English-medium institution might be allowed admission into a graduate program without demonstrating TOEFL score of 550 (or equivalent). This exemption can be applicable to those students who undertook all their schooling (K-12) plus a Bachelor’s degree in English in a reference English speaking country (e.g. UK, USA, Australia, New Zealand).
Applicants should satisfy the standard RIT requirements for the academic performance of approximately a 'B' grade average (3.0 on a 4.0 scale) in undergraduate studies
30-credit hour degree program
Applicants must submit a resume (curriculum vitae) to demonstrate professional work experience in the desired area of study.
Submit an official score from the Test of English as a Foreign Language (TOEFL) with a score of at least 550 paper-based, 213 computer-based, or 79 internet-based.
TOEFL and IELTS scores are valid for 2 years, while EMSAT scores are valid for 18 months.