Master’s Concentration in Space Systems and Technology
Masdar Institute of Science and Technology
Students enrolling in an engineering or computer science MSc programme at Abu Dhabi’s Masdar Institute have the option to specialise in space systems and technology. The programme, offered in collaboration with Mubadala-owned satellite communications company Yahsat and American aerospace manufacturer Orbital ATK, has been designed to get graduates a foot in the door of the UAE’s national space programme and its related industries. Students will have the opportunity to design, build and test a miniature satellite.
MSc in Mechatronics
American University of Sharjah
A fusion of mechanical engineering and electronics, mechatronics also encompasses elements of computer science to offer students of the discipline a number of future-proof career paths. From developing robotic manufacturing software to designing consumer electronics products, a mechatronics degree can set up graduates in a broad range of industries. Additionally, the university’s Mechatronics Centre at AUS features state-of-the-art equipment for cutting-edge hands-on education. A recent student on this programme was part of the AUS team that won this year’s Dh1 million Drones for Good award.
BSc Honours in Information Technology
Middlesex University Dubai
Following the first year that provides learners the A to Z of coding and information systems, the second year is spent immersed in the understanding and development of web services. The final year offers a choice of courses such as healthcare business informatics and AI techniques in information management, which includes artificial neural networks. The compulsory final year IT project challenges participants to solve a real world problem in an industrial context – perfect for a CV if applying to global giants such as IBM or SAP. Else, develop a cool app to become a young millionaire.
BSc Horticulture
UAE University
Organic produce has seen tremendous growth in both sales and interest over the past few years. Anyone equipped with the knowledge to work with sustainable horticultural technologies is entering a field where they have the chance to not only improve people’s diets but also tackle climate change and give countries with arid climates the chance to grow their own food — something invaluable for the long-term development of the UAE. Lessons learnt here could even be applied to far-flung sci-fi concepts — terraforming Mars, anyone?
BSc Honours in Applied Golf Management
University of Birmingham
Developed in partnership with the Professional Golfers’ Association (PGA), this programme marries sports science and coaching theory with business management. Two compulsory PGA work placements between first and third year will give students a taste of where their qualifications will take them in the professional world. These placements may be a big part of the reason why 93.3 per cent of 2015/16 graduates were employed within six months of completing this BSc. If you don’t have what it takes to be the next Tiger Woods, there are a number of potentially lucrative career opportunities at the PGA, Adidas and any one of the thousands of golf resorts across the world.
BA Music, Technology and Media
University of Colorado Boulder
This innovative course fuses a classical music education with options including computer science. Not only can you play Bach’s Goldberg Variations, you can also create a program that writes an improved version built along similar chorale preludes. Successful graduates should be able to modify existing musical software to create new styles of aural art, according to the university’s website. Other electives on this BA include media studies.
