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FALL SEMESTER 2023
DIRECTORY
KU HIGH LEVEL
POSITIONAL STRUCTURE
- E. ALI RASHID AL KETBI Member of the Executive
- E. SALEM RASHID AL NUAIMI
- E. FAISAL AL-BANNAI CEO and Managing Director of
- E. HOMAID AL SHIMMARI Deputy Group CEO and Chief
- E. SALEM BUTTI SALEM AL QUBAISI
ALI RASHID AL KETBI Member of the Executive Member of the Executive Council and Chairman of the State Aid Department. FAISAL AL-BANNAI CEO and General Manager of CEO and General Manager of EDGE Company.
BOARD OF TRUSTEES
E. HUSSAIN BIN IBRAHIM AL HAMMADI
UAE Cabinet Member, Minister of Industry and Advanced Technology, and CEO of the Abu Dhabi National Oil Company (ADNOC) Group. HOMAID AL SHIMMARI Deputy Group CEO and Chief Deputy Group CEO and Chief Corporate & Human Capital Officer of Mubadala.
CATALOG OF RECORD
THE UNIVERSITY
Khalifa University offers a variety of undergraduate, master's and doctoral programs, the common feature of which is a scientific and technological orientation. The main objectives of Khalifa University are to support development and progress, to gather resources and facilities to strengthen scientific research activities, and to achieve world-class academic and research excellence at the local, regional and international levels.
UNIVERSITY VISION AND GOALS
Khalifa University of Science and Technology boasts three colleges, three research institutes, 20 research centers and 37 departments covering a wide range of disciplines in science, engineering and medicine. The university has two purpose-built campuses; one on Abu Dhabi Island, called the Main Campus, where the central administration for the University is located and where all general education courses are taught; and a second one in Sas Al Nakhl, near Maqta Bridge.
ACCREDITATION
UNIVERSITY FINANCIAL RESOURCES
ADMISSION REQUIREMENTS AND FEES
UNDERGRADUATE ADMISSIONS
UNDERGRADUATE ADMISSIONS REQUIREMENTS
Applicant must have graduated from High School no later than two years before the current year. Students who do not hold a UAE Secondary School Certificate (SSC), and therefore apply to private high schools, must meet the equivalency requirements as approved by the UAE Ministry of Education.
UNDERGRADUATE ADMISSIONS – TYPES
Advanced Standing Credit
Khalifa University may award advanced standing credit for certain academic work completed prior to enrollment at the University. All students must submit their request for advanced standing credit evaluations within the first semester of their freshman year at Khalifa University.
Credit by Examination
- LEVEL EXAM SCORE RECEIVE CREDIT FOR
Khalifa University recognizes a score of 5 or above in some International Baccalaureate (IB) Higher Level (HL) examinations. The University does not grant credit for high school courses that teach the IB curriculum or partial credit for lower scores.
UNDERGRADUATE ADMISSIONS – DOCUMENTS
If the A-level exam is taken more than once, the highest grade counts. MATH 112 via credit by exam PHYS 121 via credit by exam PHYS 122 via credit by exam CHEM 115.
UNDERGRADUATE ADMISSIONS - PROCEDURE
Application Screening
Interview - Admission documents and assessments
Application Evaluation
Final Decision
SCHOLARSHIPS AND STIPENDS
To receive the scholarship each month, the student must be enrolled in courses when the university processes the scholarship bank transfer. Students are not eligible to receive a scholarship during a temporary absence from the university.
ACADEMIC
REGULATIONS
DEGREE PROGRAMS OFFERED
Students must meet all graduation requirements by the end of the semester in which they apply to graduate. If a student does not meet all graduation requirements, he/she must apply to graduate later.
GENERAL EDUCATION REQUIREMENTS
Candidates for degrees must apply online to graduate during the first week of classes for the semester in which the student is expected to graduate. The Registration Office starts the process for graduation only after the application has been submitted by the student.
GENERAL EDUCATION LEARNING OUTCOMES
Students take a specific course for their major or a Business Studies (BUSS) course offered by the department. Students select a Business Studies (BUSS) course or Humanities (HUMA) course offered by the department.
DEGREE MAJORS, MINORS, TRACKS AND CONCENTRATIONS Degree Major
The application form must be approved by the academic advisor and the head of the academic department offering the major. This application must be approved by the academic advisor and by the head of the academic department of both the student's current major and the student's applied for major.
GRADUATING
GUIDELINES FOR GRADUATING WITHIN EXPECTED TIME
Students at the College of Engineering are required to complete a sixteen-week internship for two credits, this can be taken over two summer semesters, or in a regular (autumn/spring) semester, provided that the student has completed all the necessary courses according to his/her education plan. Students in the College of Arts and Sciences are required to complete an eight-week internship for one credit, this may be taken in a summer semester or in a regular (fall/spring) semester, provided the student has completed all required courses according to his /her education plan.
STUDENT
REGISTRATION
ORIENTATION PROGRAM
REGISTRATION PROCESS
REGISTRATION DEADLINES
REGISTRATION HOLDS
ACADEMIC ADVISING
Academic advising is an integral aspect of academic progress and a shared responsibility between the student and the academic advisor. The student and advisor(s) must meet at least once per semester to ensure satisfactory and timely progress toward graduation.
ACADEMIC ADVISING GUIDING PRINCIPLES
To register each semester, students must meet with their faculty academic advisors to discuss their academic program and obtain their faculty advisor's approval for course selection. This process ensures that the student is on track to meet the graduation requirements of his or her degree program.
CHANGE OF ACADEMIC ADVISOR
All students are provided with an Academic Advice Guide document, which outlines the responsibilities and procedures. They also provide resources, guidance and support to enable students to explore, define and realize their aspirations throughout their academic careers.
FACULTY OFFICE HOURS
Every student at Khalifa University of Science and Technology from the time of their registration for graduation is assigned at least one academic advisor. With the benefit of academic advisors, college students acquire the knowledge necessary to create and fulfill their educational plans and fulfill their goals for the future in a timely manner.
PLAN OF STUDY
MANAGING COURSES
DROPPING/ADDING COURSES
COURSE RESTRICTIONS, PREREQUISITES AND CO-REQUISITES
AUDITING COURSES
LIMITATION OF COURSES OFFERED
WITHDRAWAL, DISCONTINUING AND RESUMING STUDIES
NATIONAL SERVICE LEAVE
COURSE WITHDRAWAL
TEMPORARY LEAVE OF ABSENCE AND RESUMING STUDIES
PERMANENT WITHDRAWAL FROM THE UNIVERSITY
ACADEMIC YEAR
The academic year at Khalifa University of Science and Technology consists of two regular semesters and a summer term. The two regular semesters called the fall semester and spring semester consist of 15 weeks of class and exam period.
CREDIT SYSTEM
The unit of measurement of academic work at Khalifa University of Science and Technology is the credit hour. A series of three lab hours per week or two hours of problem-solving sessions per week is considered the equivalent of one credit hour.
LANGUAGE OF INSTRUCTION AND EXAMINATION
TOTAL DEGREE CREDITS AND SEMESTER LOAD
COURSE TITLE, CODE, CREDIT VALUE AND DESCRIPTION
STUDENT CLASSIFICATION, FULL AND PART-TIME STATUS
GRADUATION RESIDENCY REQUIREMENTS
GRADES AND GRADE POINT AVERAGES
POLICY AND GRADING SCALES
GRADE POINT AVERAGE (GPA)
INCOMPLETE GRADES
REPETITION OF COURSES
GRADE CHANGES AND APPEALS
ATTENDANCE
Khalifa University of Science and Technology students must attend classes regularly to progress academically. All professors are required to keep accurate and up-to-date records of student attendance.
INSTITUTIONAL SANCTIONS
EXCUSED ABSENCE
LEAVE OF ABSENCE AND REINSTATEMENT
EVALUATION AND EXAMINATIONS
ASSESSMENT OF STUDENT LEARNING
EXAMINATIONS
RECORDS AND TRANSCRIPTS
ACADEMIC STANDING
ACADEMIC HONORS
ACADEMIC GOOD STANDING
ACADEMIC PROBATION
ACADEMIC DISMISSAL
STUDENT RIGHTS AND RESPONSIBILITIES
ACADEMIC INTEGRITY
STUDENT ACADEMIC RIGHTS
STUDENT RESPONSIBILITIES
Do not use, distribute or display pamphlets, folders or posters in KU buildings without prior permission. Do not use a university computer for games or other purposes unrelated to the educational programs.
CONFIDENTIALITY AND PRIVACY OF STUDENT RECORDS
Harassment or bullying of students will not be tolerated and students must report such cases to Student Services. Organizations, their employees, agents and/or representatives authorized to act on behalf of the University or provide a service or function for or on behalf of the University may have access that may reasonably be considered necessary for the service or function;.
STUDENT ACADEMIC REGULATIONS AND POLICIES ACADEMIC INTEGRITY CODE
Organizations conducting educational studies, provided that no personally identifiable information is published, or only published in aggregate form; A student, guardian, or sponsor has the right to request changes to the content of the student's educational records if the content is deemed inaccurate, misleading, or in violation of the student's privacy or other rights.
PLAGIARISM
An unacknowledged paraphrasing of the structure and language of another person's work is a form of plagiarism. The University has a website license for reliable plagiarism detection software and makes relevant access to the software available to all teaching staff.
OTHER FORMS OF ACADEMIC DISHONESTY
PROCEDURES AND PENALTIES FOR ACADEMIC INTEGRITY CODE OFFENSES
The AIC submits the full report, including the recommended sanction, to the Provost (or designee) for a final decision. The Registrar's Office will communicate the final decision to the student, instructor, department chair, and the appropriate faculty dean (or designee).
INVESTIGATION AND PENALTIES BY THE HEARING COMMITTEE
The chairman of the committee informs the student in writing of the committee's decision within five working days. In the absence of appeal, the decision of the committee is immediately implemented.
CAMPUS FACILITIES AND SERVICES
LABORATORIES AND WORKSHOPS
EHS PROCEDURES FOR LAB AND WORKSHOP FACILITIES
BUILDING ACCESS AFTER HOURS
HEALTH SERVICES
EMERGENCY SERVICES
PRAYER ROOMS
STUDENT LOUNGES
SPORT FACILITIES
FOOD OUTLETS AND RETAILS
At the Sas Al Nakhl Campus, the Student Center (male students) is located in the Satah Building; it consists of a dining facility that serves three meals a day. Smaller cafeterias are open to the Sas Al Nakhl campus community in the Bu Hasa and Habshan buildings.
TELECOMMUNICATION CUSTOMER SERVICES (ETISALAT)
Vending machines are located all over the campus in the following locations: directly outside the R building, L building, G building on the 1st floor. At Masdar City Campus, a general cafeteria catering to the needs of the staff and students is available on campus, along with campus restaurants and coffee shops, including Caribou Cafe, Sumo Sushi, Barbacoa Mexican Restaurant, Jim's Kitchen, Skinny Genie and Pappa Roti Café, In addition, students are provided with basic facilities in their residential units for self-preparation of simple meals.
BANKING SERVICES
A similar bar is open for female students in the Arzanah building, serving two meals a day.
RESIDENCE VISA AND GOVERNMENT AFFAIRS
STUDENT SERVICES OFFICE
Students are encouraged and supported to get involved and take on responsibilities to help organize major events and celebrations such as National Day, Film Festival, KU Bazaar and Global Day. Student Services supports students to lead events and activities such as New Student Orientation Day, Career Fair and non-academic recognition award ceremonies.
STUDENT LIFE
The Student Services Office (SSO) is the office that promotes the intellectual, social, ethical and personal development of students, preparing them to become engaged and constructive members of a diverse, dynamic and global society inside and outside the University. In addition, these departments facilitate students' uptake of the external opportunities available to them, such as the Youth Ambassadors Program, or external competitions and support students' participation in external conferences and events.
TRANSPORTATION SERVICES
The SSO champions student needs, facilitates student involvement, and encourages students to accept the responsibilities of being a member of a campus community to explore personal interests through clubs, societies, and focus groups. The department operates within the framework of total student development and is committed to fostering a caring, cooperative campus environment that values diversity and reflects the dignity of all people.
STUDENT RESIDENCES
CENTER FOR TEACHING AND LEARNING
The Center for Teaching and Learning (CTL) supports science, technology, engineering and mathematics (STEM) education through professional development, research and innovation. The centre's primary aim is to promote teaching as a scientific practice in line with KU's priorities.
CAREER DEVELOPMENT
CTL strives to empower students to become independent thinkers, lifelong learners and future leaders by providing them. To learn more about it, visit https://www.ku.ac.ae/virtual-experiential-learning-symposium and the CTL page on the KU portal or email us at [email protected].
EXTERNAL SCHOLARSHIPS
The Center aims to lead the educational community in nurturing their practices and fostering meaningful student experiences across disciplines, including educational technology tools. CTL sponsors an annual Experiential Learning (ExL) Symposium, which provides students with an opportunity to reflect on, share their experiential learning, and assess challenges and successes that inspire their peers.
STUDENT SUCCESS OFFICE
COMMUNITY SERVICES
COUNSELING SERVICES
STUDENT ACTIVITIES AND EVENTS
Khalifa University of Science and Technology encourages the active participation of students in the governance of the university. The purpose of the University Student Council is to provide students with a common platform that encourages interaction between students and the university.
STUDENT CONDUCT REGULATIONS
To coordinate university events involving the campus community such as UAE National Day, Leadership Day, International Day etc. To provide a platform for students to voice their views and take action from the campus administration on any issues, needs and concerns.
SPECIAL NEEDS ACCOMMODATIONS
NON-ACADEMIC STUDENT CONDUCT
DRESS CODE
STUDENT CODE OF CONDUCT
STUDENT GRIEVANCES AND APPEALS
PREPARATORY PROGRAM
CURRICULUM
COURSE DESCRIPTIONS
This course focuses on developing numerical problem solving skills using the basic tools of quantitative chemistry. This course offers a blended learning experience designed to help students apply positive behavioral principles to their current and future studies.
COLLEGE OF
ARTS AND SCIENCES
The College of Arts and Sciences is responsible for conducting leading research and delivering effective, student-centered education in fundamental science and humanities disciplines. Our activities include teaching to meet the accreditation requirements of the academic programs offered by the College of Engineering, as well as delivering existing and future BSc, MSc and PhD programs to meet the needs of the Emirate of Abu Dhabi , the UAE and the GCC region for vocational skills in the STEM disciplines.
COLLEGE MISSION
COLLEGE VISION
COLLEGE UNDERGRADUATE DEGREE PROGRAMS
COLLEGE UNDERGRADUATE MINORS
DEPARTMENT OF CHEMISTRY Introduction
BACHELOR OF SCIENCE IN CHEMISTRY
Have a broad understanding of the sciences, mathematics and other disciplines relevant to chemistry and be able to integrate this knowledge to solve problems. A complete list of the technical electives in the programs is given in the following table.
DEPARTMENT OF BIOLOGY
BACHELOR OF SCIENCE IN CELL AND MOLECULAR BIOLOGY
CHEM 115 General Chemistry I BIOL211 General Genetics CHEM 211 Organic Chemistry BIOL 112 General Biology II PHYS 121 University Physics I BIOL 312 Biochemistry II HUMA101 Arabic Language HUMA 141 Intro. ENGL 102 Academic English II MATH 112 Calculus II BIOL 111 General Biology I CHEM 116 General Chemistry II PHYS 122 University Physics II CHEM 311 Biochemistry I.
DEPARTMENT OF EARTH SCIENCES
Graduates can join both the domestic and international petroleum and space industry or can find career opportunities in government and non-government institutions. PhD graduates can also choose to pursue academic careers at universities in the UAE and abroad.
BACHELOR OF SCIENCE IN EARTH AND PLANETARY SCIENCES
Track Environmental and Atmospheric Sciences
This track offers courses focused on Earth systems, exploring the interaction between the oceans, atmosphere, and environment to understand our dynamic planet. The courses are designed to enable students to understand the fundamental science underlying Earth processes, including atmospheric phenomena, climate and environmental change, as well as natural hazards, while examining the role and impact of humans within these processes.
DEPARTMENT OF ENGLISH
Evaluate digital media for ethical standards of messaging, for potential audience engagement, and for informational accuracy. In addition to the mandatory ENGL courses listed earlier and the courses associated with the minor in digital media and composition, the department offers the following electives that students can choose from:
DEPARTMENT OF HUMANITIES AND SOCIAL SCIENCES
The Minor in General Business enables students to understand the elements of running a business by focusing on key areas of accounting, finance, economics, management, leadership and entrepreneurship. Develop and analyze business transactions, develop journals, trial balances and postings to key accounts.
DEPARTMENT OF MATHEMATICS
BACHELOR OF SCIENCE IN APPLIED MATHEMATICS AND STATISTICS
Typical course sequence for the BSc in Applied Mathematics and Statistical Concentration in Financial Mathematics. Typical course sequence for the BSc in Applied Mathematics and Statistical Concentration in Mathematical Biology.
DEPARTMENT OF PHYSICS
BACHELOR OF SCIENCE IN PHYSICS
The normal length of the undergraduate BSc in Physics is 120 credits, consisting of 48 credits of General University Education Requirements (GERs), Additional Science and Mathematics Requirements (13 credits), Core Courses (44 credits), Engineering Electives (11 credits) and Mathematics/Science/Engineering Sciences. As an alternative to one of the optional Physics Degree Tracks, the Physics Department will also do that.
COLLEGE OF ENGINEERING
The College of Engineering is a vibrant community of academic researchers, students and staff who are. The College of Engineering serves the Emirate of Abu Dhabi, the nation and the world by providing students with a holistic education underpinned by the principle of engineering with a purpose, empowering them to be outstanding leaders in the discovery of new knowledge as a catalyst for innovation business. , especially towards the Abu Dhabi Vision 2030.
DEPARTMENT OF AEROSPACE ENGINEERING
BACHELOR OF SCIENCE IN AEROSPACE ENGINEERING
Any student enrolled as a student in aerospace engineering or any graduate degree program is eligible for membership in the chapter. To meet the requirements of the College of Engineering, the curriculum for the Bachelor of Aerospace Engineering degree requires the following four mathematics courses in addition to the math/science required in the GERs: CHEM115, PHYS121, PHYS122, MATH111, and MATH112.
DEPARTMENT OF BIOMEDICAL ENGINEERING
BACHELOR OF SCIENCE IN BIOMEDICAL ENGINEERING
The categories cover the Undergraduate General Education Requirements (GER, 48 credits), College of Engineering Requirements (CER, 18 credits), as well as Biomedical Engineering Core requirements and Technical/Free Electives. Below is a sample list of subjects that will satisfy the technical electives in the BSc in Biomedical Engineering.
DEPARTMENT OF CHEMICAL ENGINEERING
BACHELOR OF SCIENCE IN CHEMICAL ENGINEERING
The Chemical Engineering program is supported by the Student Chapter of the American Institute of Chemical Engineering (AIChE). The following is a sample list of courses that will fulfill the technical elective requirements for the BSc in Chemical Engineering program.
DEPARTMENT OF CIVIL INFRASTRUCTURE AND ENVIRONMENTAL ENGINEERING
BACHELOR OF SCIENCE IN CIVIL ENGINEERING
Artificial Intelligence and Data Analytics in Civil Engineering Fundamentals of Structural Engineering and Management Fluid Mechanics. The following is a sample list of courses that meet the engineering electives in the Civil Engineering program.
DEPARTMENT OF ELECTRICAL ENGINEERING AND COMPUTER SCIENCE
The ability to apply engineering design to produce solutions that meet specified needs, taking into account public health, safety and wellbeing, as well as global, cultural, social, environmental and economic factors. The ability to recognize ethical and professional responsibilities in technical situations and make informed judgments, taking into account the impact of technical solutions in global, economic, environmental and societal contexts.
BACHELOR OF SCIENCE IN COMPUTER ENGINEERING
To be recommended for graduation with a BSc in Computer Engineering degree, students must successfully complete the courses in the specified categories as detailed below. Computer engineering students can choose one of two available tracks before choosing their technical electives.
BACHELOR OF SCIENCE IN COMPUTER SCIENCE
Fundamentals of computer science Computer systems Organization Object-oriented programming Introduction to software engineering Data structures. Computer science students can choose a concentration in artificial intelligence or cybersecurity.
BACHELOR OF SCIENCE IN ELECTRICAL ENGINEERING
Electrical Engineering Core (51 credits) and Major (3 credits), electives (3 credits) and engineering electives (15 credits). Electrical engineering students can choose one of four available tracks before choosing their engineering electives.
MINOR IN ARTIFICIAL INTELLIGENCE
The IEEE student chapter aims to prepare students for challenges from the outside world and to equip them with all the sufficient knowledge of their own field and to distinguish themselves through their awareness of the progress of other fields and their ability to communicate with others . The vision of the IEEE student section is a continuous, successful and productive student branch that organizes new and innovative activities in both the scientific and social environment.
DEPARTMENT OF INDUSTRIAL AND SYSTEMS ENGINEERING
BACHELOR OF SCIENCE IN INDUSTRIAL AND SYSTEMS ENGINEERING
The following is a sample list of courses that will satisfy the technical electives for the Bachelor of Industrial and Systems Engineering. Industrial and systems engineering students can choose the Operations & Data Analytics (ODA) elective and enroll in appropriately selected technical electives.
DEPARTMENT OF MECHANICAL ENGINEERING
BACHELOR OF SCIENCE IN MECHANICAL ENGINEERING
The categories cover the University's General Education Requirements (GER, 48 credits), Graduate School of Engineering Requirements (CER, 18 credits), and Core Mechanical Engineering and Technical Electives requirements. To meet the requirements of the College of Engineering, the mechanical engineering degree requires the following math courses in addition to the math/science required in the GER: CHEM115, PHYS121, PHYS122, MATH111, and MATH112.
