Overview

Environmental Engineering from The American University in Cairo provides a broad program of study in preparation for careers in advanced engineering areas in addition to in-depth knowledge in Environmental Engineering with a strong research component. Graduates will be prepared for PhD studies or for research and leadership in government, industry and international consulting companies.

Students at Environmental Engineering from The American University in Cairo will:

Apply advanced mathematics, numerical models, engineering, and scientific analyses to identify, formulate, and analyze complex and contemporary environmental engineering problems related to water, air, soil, and the built environment.
Acquire the required knowledge in the field of environmental engineering (Water Pollution and Treatment systems, Air pollution control systems, Waste management systems, … etc.) to provide alternative solutions for environmental engineering problems and apply critical thinking while comparing the validity, pros, and cons of each.
Apply engineering design to produce solutions that meet specified needs with consideration of societal, environmental, and economical needs.
Ability to effectively communicate with a range of audiences, present, report, and defend findings related to research and other professional work.

Programme Structure

Courses include:

Computational Methods in Engineering

Experimental Methods in Engineering

Engineering for a Sustainable Environment

Engineering Statistics

Water Quality Control

Unit Operations in Environmental Engineering

Air Pollution Control Engineering

Solid and Hazardous Wastes Engineering

Key information

Duration

Full-time
- 12 months

Start dates & application deadlines

Starting 2027-01-04 00:00:00
- Apply before 2026-10-01 00:00:00
Starting 2027-09-07 00:00:00
- Apply before 2026-12-15 00:00:00

Language

English

TOEFL^® IBT

79

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IELTS

6.5

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Credits

24 alternative credits

Delivered

On Campus

Campus Location

Cairo, Egypt

Disciplines

Environmental Engineering

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Academic requirements

GPA

3

English requirements

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Other requirements

General requirements

A candidate for the master’s program in environmental engineering must have a Bachelor’s degree in engineering.

A minimum GPA of 3.0 out of 4.0 is required for full admission into the master’s program.

An online application for graduate studies

Online payment of the application fee

A statement of purpose

An updated resume (CV)

At least two online letters of recommendation from persons familiar with your academic or professional background

Official academic records, of which one must be a bachelor’s degree from an accredited institution with proof of degree completion.

Satisfactory English language proficiency test results

Graduate students may be asked to demonstrate minimum competency in the use of computers and academic libraries as they relate to graduate study and research

One recent passport size photograph (a clear electronic copy)

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Tuition Fees

Tuition fees are shown in and the most likely applicable fee is shown based on your nationality.

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Non-residents

17640 USD / year

≈ 17640 USD / year
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Citizens or residents

14328 USD / year

≈ 14328 USD / year

Living costs

Cairo

Egypt

5312 - 6846 EGP / month

The living costs include the total expenses per month, covering accommodation, public transportation, utilities (electricity, internet), books and groceries.

Funding

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Students at Environmental Engineering from The American University in Cairo will:

Programme Structure

Key information

Duration

Start dates & application deadlines

Language

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Credits

Delivered

Campus Location

Disciplines

What students do after studying

Academic requirements

English requirements

Prepare for Your English Test

Other requirements

General requirements

Student Insurance via Studyportals Partner

Tuition Fees

International Applies to you

Domestic Applies to you

Living costs

Cairo

Funding

Scholarships Information

Available Scholarships

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