This is, as all of us know, caused by the revolutionary changes in the field of science and technology and advancement in telecommunication systems and information technology. No country can live in a state of isolation, and it has to learn to adjust to the social, cultural and economic needs. In response to this call by its founder, the engineering school blends the best North American educational practices with the methods used by the finest institutions in Europe and the Middle East.
English fluency is a necessary condition for success in a global economy.
Therefore, to help develop fluency, all instruction is conducted in English. The United Arab Emirates is located on the crossroads between East and West. Therefore, many, perhaps most, graduates will work in an international environment. Global awareness and cultural sensitivity are therefore also important characteristics of the AUS graduate. The engineering program emphasizes learning the effective use of technology, information resources, engineering tools, and reasoning.