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Academic Catalog 2023 - 2024
Academic Catalog 2023 - 2024
Academic Catalog 2023 - 2024
The University of Wollongong in Dubai (UOWD) is a renowned institution of higher education, recognised in the UAE and
internationally for its teaching excellence and distinguished research portfolio. The institution located in the Emirates of
Dubai, is officially licensed from 12 December 2018 to 12 December 2023 by the Ministry of Education of the United Arab
Emirates to award degrees/qualifications in higher education.
Combining the outstanding academic credentials of the University of Wollongong – a top 10 university in Australia – with
a truly multicultural learning environment, we have helped to shape the lives of more than 10,000 graduates from 108
nations, who are now making their mark in the global workplace.
A pioneer in the field of education, UOWD was the first international campus to be established in Dubai, and 25 years on,
this spirit of innovation continues to define everything we do. This means that pursuing your higher education at UOWD
is not only a valuable investment in your future; it is a truly life-changing experience.
UOWD established an outstanding record for educating highly employable graduates over the last 24 years and gained
an international reputation for the quality of our educational practices.
With more than 3,600 students representing 108 nationalities being taught by academics from more than 40 countries,
UOWD offers the best traditions of western education in a truly multicultural learning environment.
UOWD has also consolidated its campus within a single medium-rise building inside Dubai Knowledge Park, very close to
its current location. The new campus, with increased teaching space, integrates UOWD’s educational, research and
innovation qualities paralleled with cutting-edge technology and academic resources creating unrivalled learning and
recreational environment to anyone studying at UOWD.
ACADEMIC EXCELLENCE
We have combined the academic excellence of Australia’s 12th highest-ranking university with the culture and
excitement of the cosmopolitan city of Dubai, to provide a dynamic, stimulating and rewarding environment for students,
research practitioners and business professionals alike. At the same time, we are active contributors to the burgeoning
knowledge economy of the UAE.
Our student-centred approach to learning ensures that our graduates go out into the world armed with much more than
technical knowledge and an outstanding educational experience. They also have professional skills in research, analysis,
entrepreneurship, problem solving and communication. This sets them apart from their peers across other institutions
and explains why so many of our graduates now have senior, responsible and exciting positions in a range of prestigious
organisations, both in the UAE and around the world.
Since our inception, we have built a reputation for quality, credibility and integrity, and the University is held in high
regard by its students, alumni, business, industry and government. We maintain a long and proud tradition of excellence
in education combined with liberal values of enquiry, and continuously strives to provide a fertile environment for bright
young minds to flourish, where critical thinking is both encouraged and nurtured; qualities that characterise great
institutes of learning.
So, welcome again to UOWD – your Australian University in Dubai
CONTENTS
....................................................................................................................................................... I
ABOUT THE UNIVERSITY ...................................................................................................................... II
THE UNIVERSITY ................................................................................................................................ 7
VISION.............................................................................................................................................. 7
MISSION ........................................................................................................................................... 7
VALUES............................................................................................................................................. 7
ORGANISATION .................................................................................................................................. 8
POLICIES AND PROCEDURES .................................................................................................................. 9
HANDBOOKS AND PUBLICATIONS........................................................................................................... 9
LICENSURE AND ACCREDITATION ........................................................................................................... 9
INTERNATIONAL AND PROFESSIONAL ACCREDITATION ............................................................................. 10
UOWD SERVICES ............................................................................................................................. 11
ACADEMIC CALENDAR ....................................................................................................................... 12
ADMISSIONS ................................................................................................................................... 13
ADMISSION REQUIREMENT................................................................................................................. 13
TRANSFER ADMISSION ....................................................................................................................... 13
CREDIT FOR PRIOR LEARNING ............................................................................................................. 13
TUITION FEES .................................................................................................................................. 14
SCHOLARSHIPS ................................................................................................................................. 14
FINANCIAL AID ................................................................................................................................. 14
RE-ADMISSION/ LAPSED .................................................................................................................... 15
ADMISSION DEADLINES ..................................................................................................................... 15
REGISTRAR ..................................................................................................................................... 16
STUDENT RECORDS ........................................................................................................................... 16
STUDENT PRIVACY ............................................................................................................................ 16
ACADEMIC POLICIES AND REGULATIONS ................................................................................................ 17
ENROLMENT POLICIES ....................................................................................................................... 17
Enrolment and Registration .......................................................................................................................... 17
Variation to Enrolment .................................................................................................................................. 17
Cross-Institutional Study................................................................................................................................ 17
Course load (Standard and Restricted) ......................................................................................................... 17
Leave of Absence ........................................................................................................................................... 17
Transfer to UOW Australia ............................................................................................................................ 18
STUDENT ASSESSMENT ...................................................................................................................... 18
Grading System .............................................................................................................................................. 18
Class Attendance ............................................................................................................................................ 18
Special Consideration .................................................................................................................................... 19
Deans Merit List ............................................................................................................................................. 19
STUDENT PROGRESSION .................................................................................................................... 19
Academic Standing......................................................................................................................................... 19
Course Status ................................................................................................................................................. 20
ACADEMIC INTEGRITY ........................................................................................................................ 20
Academic Integrity Policy .............................................................................................................................. 20
Copyright Policy ............................................................................................................................................. 20
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Student Conduct Rules .................................................................................................................................. 21
Disciplinary Committee.................................................................................................................................. 21
GRIEVANCES, APPEALS AND FEEDBACK ................................................................................................. 21
Academic grievance policy ............................................................................................................................ 21
Appeals Committee ....................................................................................................................................... 21
Feedback ........................................................................................................................................................ 21
STUDENT SERVICES........................................................................................................................... 22
GRADUATE FOUNDATION COURSE ....................................................................................................... 22
GFC Challenge Tests ....................................................................................................................................... 22
POSTGRADUATE ENGLISH LANGUAGE SKILLS DEVELOPMENT COURSE ........................................................ 22
NON‐AWARD PROGRAMS .................................................................................................................. 23
CERTIFICATE OF PROFICIENCY ............................................................................................................. 23
SCHOOL OF BUSINESS ....................................................................................................................... 27
KEY CONTACTS ................................................................................................................................. 28
DEGREE PLAN .................................................................................................................................. 29
UNIVERSITY FRESHMAN YEAR ............................................................................................................. 29
UNDERGRADUATE PROGRAMS ............................................................................................................ 30
Bachelor of Business Administration ............................................................................................................ 30
Bachelor of Business (Accountancy) ............................................................................................................. 32
Bachelor of Business (Finance) ...................................................................................................................... 35
Bachelor of Business (Human Resource Management) .............................................................................. 38
Bachelor of Business (International Business).............................................................................................. 41
Bachelor of Business (Management) ............................................................................................................ 44
Bachelor of Business (Marketing) ................................................................................................................. 47
Bachelor of Business (Business Analytics ) ................................................................................................... 50
POSTGRADUATE PROGRAMS ............................................................................................................... 54
Master of Applied Finance ............................................................................................................................ 54
Master of Business Administration ............................................................................................................... 58
Master of Human Resource Management ................................................................................................... 60
Master of Innovation and Entrepreneurship ................................................................................................ 62
Master of International Business .................................................................................................................. 64
Master of Management ................................................................................................................................. 66
Master of Marketing ...................................................................................................................................... 68
Master of Business Analytics ......................................................................................................................... 70
Master of Supply Chain Management .......................................................................................................... 72
Global Executive Master of Luxury Management ........................................................................................ 74
Doctor of Philosophy in Business .................................................................................................................. 76
GRADUATE CERTIFICATES ................................................................................................................... 77
Graduate Certificate in Business ................................................................................................................... 77
Graduate Certificate in Human Resource Management ............................................................................. 78
Graduate Certificate in Marketing ................................................................................................................ 79
SCHOOL OF COMPUTER SCIENCES ........................................................................................................ 80
KEY CONTACTS ................................................................................................................................. 80
DEGREE PLAN .................................................................................................................................. 81
UNIVERSITY FRESHMAN YEAR ............................................................................................................. 81
UNDERGRADUATE PROGRAMS ............................................................................................................ 82
Bachelor of Computer Science ...................................................................................................................... 82
Bachelor of Computer Science (Cyber Security) .......................................................................................... 85
Bachelor of Computer Science (Game and Mobile Development) ............................................................. 87
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Bachelor of Computer Science (Big Data) ..................................................................................................... 89
Bachelor of Business Information Systems................................................................................................... 92
POSTGRADUATE PROGRAMS ............................................................................................................... 94
MASTER OF INFORMATION TECHNOLOGY MANAGEMENT ........................................................................ 94
MASTER OF DIGITAL TRANSFORMATION ............................................................................................... 97
SCHOOL OF ENGINEERING .................................................................................................................. 99
KEY CONTACTS ................................................................................................................................. 99
DEGREE PLAN ................................................................................................................................ 100
UNIVERSITY FRESHMAN YEAR ........................................................................................................... 100
UNDERGRADUATE PROGRAMS .......................................................................................................... 101
Bachelor of Engineering (Honours) .............................................................................................................101
Bachelor of Engineering(Honours): Civil Engineering ................................................................................107
Bachelor of Engineering (Honours): Mechanical Engineering ...................................................................109
Bachelor of Engineering (Honours): Mechatronic Engineering .................................................................111
POSTGRADUATE PROGRAMS ............................................................................................................. 113
MASTER OF ENGINEERING MANAGEMENT .......................................................................................... 113
SCHOOL OF HUMANITIES, SOCIAL SCIENCES AND HEALTH ........................................................................ 116
KEY CONTACTS ............................................................................................................................... 116
DEGREE PLAN ................................................................................................................................ 117
UNIVERSITY FRESHMAN YEAR ........................................................................................................... 117
UNDERGRADUATE PROGRAMS .......................................................................................................... 118
Bachelor of Communication and Media .....................................................................................................118
Bachelor of Communication and Media (Digital and Social Media)..........................................................119
Bachelor of Communication and Media (Screen Media Production) .......................................................120
Bachelor of Communication and Media (Visual Communication and Design) .........................................120
Bachelor of Communication and Media (Marketing Communications and Advertising) ........................121
Bachelor of Nursing (Conversion) (Not offered for 2023 -2024) ...............................................................123
POSTGRADUATE PROGRAMS ............................................................................................................. 124
Master of Educational Studies ....................................................................................................................124
Master of Media and Communication ........................................................................................................126
Master of International Relations ...............................................................................................................128
Master of Nursing ........................................................................................................................................130
GRADUATE DIPLOMA ...................................................................................................................... 132
Graduate Diploma In Educational Studies ..................................................................................................132
SUBJECT OFFERING ........................................................................................................................ 133
UNDERGRADUATES......................................................................................................................... 133
POSTGRADUATES ........................................................................................................................... 139
SUBJECT DESCRIPTIONS ................................................................................................................... 144
UNDERGRADUATE SUBJECTS ............................................................................................................. 144
POSTGRADUATE SUBJECTS ............................................................................................................... 198
GRADUATION ................................................................................................................................ 244
ALUMNI ....................................................................................................................................... 244
LIST OF FACULTY ............................................................................................................................ 245
FACULTY OF BUSINESS ..................................................................................................................... 245
SCHOOL OF ENGINEERING & SCHOOL OF COMPUTER SCIENCE ................................................................ 250
SCHOOL OF HUMANITIES, SOCIAL SCIENCES AND HEALTH ...................................................................... 257
UNIVERSITY OF WOLLONGONG IN DUBAI BOARD .................................................................................. 259
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COOPERATIVE RELATIONSHIPS........................................................................................................... 260
GLOSSARY .................................................................................................................................... 262
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THE UNIVERSITY
VISION
To be a premium and distinguished Australian university in the UAE, that excels in teaching, research and industry
engagement to transform people’s lives.
MISSION
The University of Wollongong in Dubai (UOWD), a member of the University of Wollongong Australia global network, plays
a lead role in learning, discovery and innovation in the United Arab Emirates and aspires to transform the lives of the people
in the region and the world we live in.
VALUES
• Passion: We love what we do.
• Courage: We speak our mind, take the initiative and are steadfast in our decisions.
• Excellence: We encourage everyone to shine, going above and beyond.
• Collaboration: We share our knowledge, expertise and resources to get results
• Innovation: We think outside the box
HEAD HEAD
FINANCE PEOPLE AND
CULTURE ACADEMIC REGISTRAR
MANAGER HEAD
FACILITIES SCHOOL OF COMPUTER SCIENCE
MANAGER MANAGER
STUDENT LIFE LIBRARY
MANAGERS
STUDENT MANAGER LEAD
RECRUITMENT CAREERS AND HEAD
ALUMINI INNOVATIVE AND
SCHOOL OF HUMANITIES,
DIGITAL EDUCATION
SOCIAL SCIENCES AND HEALTH
DIRECTOR
UOWD COLLEGE
UOWD SERVICES
# Department Services Offered Email Phone
1. Faculty office • Special Consideration Requests FacultyOffice@uowdubai.ac.ae 042781901
• Supplementary Exam requests
• Academic Advising
• Processing Appeals & Late Withdrawal
Requests
• Variation to Enrolments
• Change of Degree Applications
• Cross Institutional Study Requests
• Advance Standing/ Credit Transfer
Processing
• Re-Evaluation Requests
2. Student Services • Development Workshops StudentServices@uowdubai.ac.ae 042781749
• Student Service Awards
• Career Development
• Student Clubs and Associations
• Medical Centre
• Sports
3. Registrar • Enrolment FRED@uowdubai.ac.ae 042781731
• Timetabling
• Scholarship and Financial Aid
• Student Visa
• Medical Insurance
• Transfer/ Exchange to UOW
• Exams
• Official Letters
• Leave of Absence
• Graduation
Tue 2nd Jan – Sun 17th Mar Teaching Commences (11 weeks)
Fri 12th Jan Last Date to Enrol in Subjects
Sun 18th Feb Last Date to Withdraw from Subjects (w/o Academic Penalty)
Mon 18th Mar – Sun 24th Mar Examinations/ Supplementary Exams (TBC)
4th Apr (Thursday) Release of Results
Mon 25th Mar – Sun 7th Apr Break (2 Weeks)
Mon 11th Mar (1700 hrs) Enrolment Opens
Mon 1st Apr – Fri 5th Apr Orientation and Induction (New Students)
Mon 8th Apr – Sun 23rd Jun Teaching Commences (11 weeks)
8th Apr – 30th Jun
TRANSFER ADMISSION
Students applying for transfer to UOWD from accredited institutions within the UAE or a foreign University based outside
the UAE and accredited in its home country are eligible to be considered for transfer of credits. In addition to meeting the
entry requirements set by the University for the program, only subjects with equivalent learning outcomes relevant to the
program will be considered and the student should have a GPA of 2.0 on a 4.0 scale for Undergraduate students and 3.0
on a 4.0 scale for Postgraduate students in the subjects for which they require transfer of credits. The University limits the
transfer of credits to 50% of the total credits required to complete the program for which the student has applied. The
management of credit transfer is outlined in the Credit for Prior Learning policy.
Students who have satisfactorily completed a master’s program at UOWD and applied for any other postgraduate program
offered by the University are eligible for special articulation arrangements. The University limits the transfer of credits to a
maximum of 12 credit points.
SCHOLARSHIPS
UOWD awards a range of scholarships and tuition grants to students. Scholarships are determined by the Scholarship
Committee in accordance with the relevant eligibility criteria outlined in the Scholarship policy. The scholarships cover part
of the tuition fees and the different categories of scholarships offered are:
▪ Outstanding Academic Excellence Scholarship
▪ Outstanding Sports Achievement Scholarship
▪ Outstanding Academic Excellence – Children of Alumni Scholarships
UOWD also offers tuition grants schemes for postgraduates such as the Family Tuition Grants, Alumni Grant and Family of
Alumni Grant. https://www.uowdubai.ac.ae/join-uowd/scholarships
FINANCIAL AID
UOWD offers Financial Aid opportunities to help students who have limited financial resources to fund their higher
education. To be eligible for financial aid, the student must meet certain eligibility criteria including:
• Applicants and their guardian(s) must be UAE residents or independent applicants must be employed in the UAE
• The student must be able to provide documentary evidence of financial need
• First time applicants must be enrolling in their first trimester of study at UOWD and must enrol in the required
number of subjects
• The student must meet all the academic and admission criteria for direct entry to the University and intend to enrol
in the relevant session for which they have applied
• Applicants will not be allowed to defer financial aid for more than one trimester after its award
RE-ADMISSION/ LAPSED
Students granted approval for leave of absence for more than one academic year (i.e. more than 3 trimesters) would be
required to meet the University’s entry requirements that is prevailing at the time of return. Students will also be liable to
pay the fees applicable at the time of return.
ADMISSION DEADLINES
At UOWD applications are accepted throughout the year and reviewed on a rolling basis, giving students the flexibility in
applying for admissions.
It is recommended that the students apply early (before the start of the trimester – as per the dates in the Academic
Calendar) to increase the chance of being accepted and to allow sufficient time for visa applications and other necessary
preparations.
STUDENT RECORDS
All student records will be stored as per the schedule in the Records Matrix policy. The University will take all reasonable
steps to protect records of personal information from misuse, loss, unauthorised access, modification or disclosure. Staff
access to records of personal information will be on a "need to know" basis: only staff members who need the information
in order to carry out their duties and responsibilities, in the personal and/or academic interests of students, will be
permitted to have access to student files.
STUDENT PRIVACY
The privacy of student information is a critical component of the University's relationship with its students, and the
University recognises its responsibility to collect, manage, use, store and disclose personal data in adherence with legislative
and other requirements, and in accordance with community expectations of best practice.
VARIATION TO ENROLMENT
For reasons beyond their control, students are sometimes unable to enrol or withdraw during the period specified (see
Academic Calendar for dates), and may apply for permission for late enrolment or late withdrawal of subjects. The
Registrar, in conjunction with the relevant School Heads/Dean will consider all applications and with their discretion
either approve or refuse the request.
The Enrolment Policy outlines information related to enrolments and withdrawals in subjects as well as enrolments
related to course transfers within the University.
CROSS-INSTITUTIONAL STUDY
The University, in very special cases and after presentation of substantial evidence by students, may approve the
completion of a subject in another University if it is not offered at UOWD in that trimester and delays graduation. 300 &
400 level subjects, thesis, projects and capstone subjects are not permitted for cross institutional study. The details for
this provision of study can be availed by referring to the Admissions Policy in the Policies section on the MyUOWD
website.
LEAVE OF ABSENCE
Students may take a Leave of Absence (LoA) for up to one year provided that they apply (using the Leave of Absence
Application form) before the end of the fourth week of the first session for which leave is sought. Students who do not
immediately return (i.e. enrol for the immediate trimester) after the completion of their LoA, will need to meet the
University Entry Requirements upon returning to the University to continue their studies. The student would also be
liable to pay the fees applicable at that time.
STUDENT ASSESSMENT
GRADING SYSTEM
The approved grades of performance and associated ranges of marks for Undergraduate & Postgraduate subjects are:
In order to pass a subject, students must pass the Final Examination as per the Subject Outline. This is irrespective of the
student's other marks during the session. Students who obtain a composite (aggregate) mark of greater than 50% but
do not satisfy the Final Examination pass requirements will be awarded a ‘Technical Fail’ grade.
Students must also complete all of the other assessment tasks (other than the Final Examination) in order to pass the
subject. Completion of an assessment task will be determined based on the instructions given to the student including:
word length, demonstration of research and analysis where required, the Plagiarism Policy, and completion of each
section/component of the assessment. Failure to complete any assessment tasks to the standard specified above will
result in a Fail grade awarded for the subject.
CLASS ATTENDANCE
Students are required to attend all lectures, tutorials, seminars and practical work as stipulated in subject outlines for
subjects in which they are enrolled. The University reserves the right to check the student’s academic results and class
attendance. Students are required to attend a minimum of 75% of all tutorials and labs from the date of enrolment,
except where an excused absence is approved by the tutor or lecturer or late enrolment has occurred. Further details
are available in the Student Attendance policy.
STUDENT PROGRESSION
ACADEMIC STANDING
In accordance with the Minimum Rate of Progress (MRP) policy, a student enrolled in an undergraduate program is
required to maintain a minimum rate of academic progress. Where a student fails to meet the MRP requirements in the
first instance, he/she will be placed on ‘Referral’ status. A student on ‘Referral’ who fails to meet the minimum rate of
progress in the subsequent session will be placed on ‘Restricted’. Finally, a student on ‘Restricted’ who fails to meet the
MRP in the subsequent session will be excluded from UOWD. For full details regarding the minimum rate of progress as
specified in the Minimum Rate of Progress policy, please refer to the Policies section on the MyUOWD website.
ACADEMIC INTEGRITY
ACADEMIC INTEGRITY POLICY
Students are responsible for submitting original work for assessments, without plagiarising or cheating, complying with
the University’s Academic Integrity Policy.
It is essential to give appropriate credit to authors for their ideas. Failure to give credit within the established
procedures is called plagiarism. Whether plagiarism is deliberate or unintentional, UOWD will impose penalties, which
can be very severe, and even include expulsion from the University.
The use of information provided on websites established for the purpose of providing assessment task solutions can
constitute a breach of the Academic Integrity Policy. Similarly, the provision of information to such sites can be
regarded as aiding others to commit plagiarism. Requesting information about assessment solutions from current or
previously enrolled students may also be interpreted as intent to commit plagiarism. All such activities should be
avoided as they potentially represent student academic misconduct and hence may incur a penalty. Re-using any of
the students’ own work (either in part or in full) which was submitted previously for assessment is not permitted
without appropriate acknowledgement.
All students will be required to submit assignments to a service system called TurnItIn to evaluate and educate students
on the importance of correct citations and referencing techniques in addition to identifying if students have copied or
reused the work of others. Each subject outline will also have details on the same. New undergraduate students will
be required to attend the StartSmart quiz which is part of the Library orientation. Postgraduate students are highly
encouraged to complete this quiz for the betterment of their knowledge and understanding.
To understand more about the same, students must enrol in the SASS workshops to learn about avoiding plagiarism
and managing academic integrity.
COPYRIGHT POLICY
With adherence to the Federal Law No. 7 of the Year 2002 concerning Copyrights and Neighbouring Rights issued by
the government of the United Arab Emirates, the University of Wollongong in Dubai (UOWD) commits to the
appropriate use of copyrighted materials in support of its teaching, research, administrative and service functions. The
University exercises zero tolerance in the unauthorised use and/or distribution of such materials specified in the
copyright legislation. Unauthorised use and/or distribution violate these laws and are contrary to UOWD’s professional
standards, business practise and code of conduct. All UOWD staff and students must ensure that they understand and
comply with the legal restrictions and obligations regarding the use of third-party copyright materials. The Copyright
DISCIPLINARY COMMITTEE
Every student bears responsibility for his or her misconduct, regardless of whether the misconduct takes place in a
group setting or as a member or a group. A disciplinary committee has been established by the University to ensure a
fair and orderly proceeding on questions of possible student misconduct. The Student Conduct Rules define the
different levels of misconduct. The Terms of Reference of the committee, including the members of the Disciplinary
Committee, can be found on the policies page of https://my.uowdubai.ac.ae/
APPEALS COMMITTEE
UOWD aims to provide a fair, equitable and productive learning environment for all its students. The Appeals
Committee seeks to support the achievement of this goal by providing a transparent review of decisions on student
progression, assessment and other areas that impact on the student’s academic experience. Further details can be
found on the Policies page of the MyUOWD website.
FEEDBACK
- UOWD welcomes student opinions about the services and facilities that are provided. Students are encouraged to
email their feedback at comments@uowdubai.ac.ae or visit the UOWD website and complete the feedback section
(http://www.uowdubai.ac.ae/contact-us). We encourage students to provide their opinion, whether positive or critical,
on any matters concerning the student experience at the University. As part of the continuous improvement process,
the Office of Institutional Research (OIR) conducts periodic surveys for all students on specific aspects of the academic
and non-academic services provided by the University. Some of the surveys are:
- Student Experience Survey
This survey is conducted each year for students to reflect upon their experiences in UOWD, both academic and non-
academic.
- Lecturer and Subject evaluations
STUDENT SERVICES
The Student Services Department aims to create a healthy and enjoyable study environment that will enrich the
learning experience of all UOWD students. The department provides personal counselling services and referrals, career
development advice and placement assistance, student extracurricular activities, clubs and associations, sports and
recreational programs, student residences, peer tutoring, international student program and health services. Student
Services is dedicated to promoting cultural, social, ethical and intellectual development amongst all students, to help
students progress as individuals and to adopt a clear and coherent set of values that will ensure students are able to
make an effective contribution to wider society during and beyond the time at UOWD. Please refer to the Student
Handbook for further details on services offered at UOWD.
NON‐AWARD PROGRAMS
Applicants for admission to non‐award, exchange, cross‐institutional and certificates of proficiency are eligible to be
considered for admission if they satisfy the admissions criteria for the degree level containing the subjects in which they
wish to enrol. Satisfactory completion of any subject under Non-Award Programs does not guarantee admission in any
program offered at UOWD.
CERTIFICATE OF PROFICIENCY
The Certificates of Proficiency are ideal for professionals looking to develop specific technical or practical skills over a short
period of time. On completion, you will receive an official transcript that can be used as credit towards a future
postgraduate program. Please visit Certificate of Proficiency page at UOWD website for more courses Cross Cultural
Management
This program addresses key issues and problems associated with managing across cultural boundaries in a context of
increasing globalization. You will study cross cultural communication, technology, comparative management practices,
managing with multicultural policies, and the challenges cultural differences pose for international and global managers.
CONSUMER BEHAVIOUR
If you’re interested in understanding the motives of consumers during the purchase of products and services, this option
is ideal for you. You will investigate sociological and psychological concepts and apply them specifically to the behaviour
of consumers in order to learn how to make more effective marketing decisions, using real‐life business case studies to
help you to apply theory to practice.
ORGANISATIONAL ANALYSIS
This certificate provides students with an understanding of the main theoretical frameworks and conceptual tools used
to analyse organisations. The subject approaches organisational analysis using four perspectives: bureaucratic,
contingency, political, and cultural. Emphasis is placed on understanding the basis in theory and metaphorical roots of
each perspective, as the foundation for using a multiple perspectives approach to identify the key dynamics of
organisations.
FINANCIAL INSTITUTIONS
This subject review the global financial system and investigates the functioning of financial institutions and markets.
Particular content may include coverage of the evolution of the global monetary system and organizations; the
international financial markets including Euromarkets; the framework of global financial system; the role of regulation
sectors; the operations of money market, capital market and derivative market; the banking industry and payment
system; and the implication of monetary and fiscal policies on financial markets.
QUALITY IN MANAGEMENT
The purpose of this certificate is to provide you with an understanding of how an organisation can successfully make the
transition to Total Quality Management (TQM). The approach is to explore the concepts and methods of TQM and to
provide a basic understanding of the philosophical, analytical and statistical bases of the TQM methodology, together with
some practical examples of using that methodology.
The School of Business offers undergraduate degrees in business and commerce, with the opportunity to specialise in
specific business-related disciplines. The postgraduate programs provide students with a strong foundation in the theory
and practice of operating in an international business environment that gives students opportunity for specialisation, to
progress in their chosen sector or discipline.
▪ Bachelor of Business Administration
▪ Bachelor of Business
o Accountancy
o Finance
o Human Resource Management
o International Business
o Management
o Marketing
o Business Analytics
▪ Master of Applied Finance
o Corporate Treasury
o Investing
o Financial Services
o Islamic Banking and Finance*
▪ Master of Business Administration
▪ Master of Financial Management*
▪ Master of Human Resource Management
▪ Master of Innovation and Entrepreneurship
▪ Master of International Business
▪ Master of Management
▪ Master of Marketing
▪ Master of Supply Chain Management
▪ Master of Business Analytics
▪ Global Executive Master of Luxury Management
▪ Doctor of Philosophy (Business)
▪ Graduate Certificate in Business
▪ Graduate Certificate in Human Resource Management
▪ Graduate Certificate in Marketing
*not on offer
The business sector is one of the world's largest employers, offering varying roles and careers. Business plays an important role in evolving a
complex global economy by providing solutions to problems in a sustainable and ethical way. The Bachelor of Business Administration is a flexible
degree which offers a broad education across all key aspects of the business environment. In addition to studying the essential core disciplines
of accounting, economics, finance, management and marketing, the student can tailor their studies according to their interests by choosing
electives from a particular Business discipline, or they can combine Business electives with subjects from other faculties. The selection of
subjects must be made in conjunction with the academic advisor
Degree Requirements • Students are also required to accrue an overall weighted
To qualify for the degree of Bachelor of Business Administration, average mark (WAM) of 50%
Learning Outcomes
• A candidate shall accrue an aggregate of at least 144 credit
points (cp) which includes 48cp of core subjects (100 level), Upon successful completion of the Bachelor of Business
48cp of Common Business Subjects (200 & 300 level) and 42cp Administration program, students will be able to:
of General Electives.
1. Demonstrate core knowledge of business and organisations.
• No more than 60 credit points shall be from 100 level subjects. 2. Effectively communicate orally and in writing.
• A compulsory capstone(6cp) subject is undertaken in the final 3. Critically analyse business and organisational issues in local,
year. national and international contexts.
• In addition, 24cp of General Education subjects also needs to be 4. Demonstrate responsible judgement in decision-making.
completed, which may be considered as electives from 5. Work effectively with others on shared goals.
Business/General Schedule. 6. Use relevant technology for professional purposes.
• Students who have completed University Freshman Year, would 7. Demonstrate independent learning.
require to complete only ARTS317 and INE301.
• Placement tests will be conducted in ARA101 and ARA102 at the
start of the trimester.
ECON100 (6CP) Business 3 (6CP) Business 4 (6CP) Business 8 (6CP) Elective 3 (6CP)
BUS 121 (6CP)
Economics Essentials for Business Subject - 200/ Business Subject - 200/ Business Subject - 200/ Business/General
Statistics for Business
Business 300 Levels 300 Levels 300 Levels Schedule
FIN 111 (6CP) MGNT110 (6CP) Business 5 (6CP) BUS 201(6CP) Elective 4 (6CP) Elective 5 (6CP)
Introductory Principles Introduction to Business Subject - 200/ Digitalization and Business/General Business/General
of Finance Management 300 Levels Computational Thinking Schedule Schedule
for Business
Elective 1 (6CP) Elective 6 (6CP)
MARK101 (6CP) Business/General Business/General
Elective 2 (6CP)
Marketing Principles Schedule Schedule
Business/General
Schedule
CAPSTONE
Choose ONE of the BUS 331 (6CP)
below Integrative Business Capstone
Pre-req: 96CP including all core
subjects
ACCY122 (6CP)
ECON102 (6CP)
Accounting Principles
Economics and Society
Pre-req: ACCY121
ARTS317 (6CP) INE 301 (6CP)
General ARA 101/ARA 102 (6CP)
Muslim Societies Across Innovation &
MGNT102 (6CP) Education Arabic Language
the Ages Entrepreneurship
Business
Communications
OR GEOG222 (6CP) OR OR
IRAE135 (6CP) PUBH115 (6CP) URBS103 (6CP)
Society and
UAE and International Relations Public Health Urban Sociology
Environment
Core Elective
The Bachelor of Business (Accountancy) provides students with a specialised degree in accountancy, which will prepare students for a
professional career in this field. This program will help students understand and critically analyse financial reporting issues and their impact
within the framework of the International Financial Reporting Standards (IFRS). Furthermore, students will develop an understanding of cost
and management accounting techniques for planning, decision-making and performance evaluation. It will also provide the foundation in the
procedures of auditing and international taxation.
This program is also accredited by the UK’s Association of Chartered Accountants (ACCA) for exemption from 9 out of the 14 papers (the
maximum exemption that can be achieved at undergraduate level).
Learning Outcomes
Upon successful completion of the Bachelor of Business program, students will be able to:
1. Effectively communicate orally and in writing 8. Critically analyse financial reporting issues and their impact with
an emphasis on generally Accepted Accounting Principles for
2. Demonstrate responsible judgement in decision making.
external financial reporting purposes.
3. Demonstrate independent learning
9. Apply cost and management accounting techniques for
4. Use relevant technology for professional purposes planning, decision-making and performance evaluation
5. Demonstrate core knowledge of business and organisations and 10. Discuss procedures of auditing and apply internal control
major disciplinary knowledge standards
6. Critically analyse business and organisational issues in local, 11. Discuss international taxation systems and analyse differences
national and international contexts. amongst the systems
7. Work effectively with others on shared goals.
CAPSTONE
BUS 331 (6CP)
Integrative Business Capstone
Pre-req: 96CP including all core
subjects
The Bachelor of Business (Finance) provides students with the specialised skills to help succeed in a growing international business sector.
Graduates of this program will gain an in-depth understanding of the role of financial management in business, including how to solve financial
problems and identify, justify and communicate financial advice, based on a range of social, economic and regulatory factors. The program also
provides knowledge about the role of financial institutions, particularly the operation of securities markets, develop an understanding of how
companies raise capital and choose between investment options and understand how financial institutions operate in the current business
environment.
Learning Outcomes
Upon successful completion of the Bachelor of Business program, students will be able to:
1. Effectively communicate orally and in writing 8. Examine the core aspects of financial management within the
contemporary Business environment.
2. Demonstrate responsible judgement in decision making.
9. Demonstrate an understanding of how financial system works
3. Demonstrate independent learning
from the point of view of individual organisations and individual
4. Use relevant technology for professional purposes investors.
5. Demonstrate core knowledge of business and organisations and 10. Discuss the mechanisms of financial institutions present in
major disciplinary knowledge today`s environment
6. Critically analyse business and organisational issues in local, 11. Compute, interpret and apply diverse quantitative measures in
national and international contexts. making an optimal investment decision.
7. Work effectively with others on shared goals. 12. Recognise the scope of different specialised areas in Finance
and apply in relevant contexts.
ACCY121 (6CP) ACCY200 (6CP) FIN 222 (6CP) ECON339 (6CP) FIN 322 (6CP)
BUS 101 (6CP) Corporate Finance Applied Financial Advanced Corporate
Accounting for Decision Financial Accounting II A
Responsible Business Pre-req: FIN 111 & Modelling Finance
Making Pre-req: ACCY122
ACCY121 Pre-req: COMM121 Pre-req: FIN 222
ECON100 (6CP) FIN 223 (6CP)
BUS 121 (6CP) FIN 226 (6CP) FIN 323 (6CP) FIN 324* (6CP)
Economics Essentials for Investment Analysis
Statistics for Business Financial Markets & Portfolio Analysis Financial Statement
Business Pre-req: FIN 222 or
Institutions Pre-req: FIN 223 Analysis
FIN 241
Pre-req: FIN 111 Pre-req: FIN 111 &
FIN 111 (6CP) MGNT110 (6CP) ACCY200
Elective 1 (6CP) Elective 4 (6CP) OR
Introductory Principles of Introduction to Business/General BUS 201 (6CP)
Business/General FIN 351* (6CP)
Finance Management Schedule Digitalization and
Schedule International Finance
Computational Thinking
for Business Pre-req: FIN 222 or
ACCY122 (6CP)
MARK101 (6CP) Elective 2 (6CP) Elective 5 (6CP) FIN241
Accounting Principles
Marketing Principles Business/General Business/General
Pre-req: ACCY121 Elective 3 (6CP) Elective 6 (6CP)
Schedule Schedule
Business/General Business/General
Schedule Schedule
CAPSTONE
BUS 331 (6CP)
Integrative Business Capstone
Pre-req: 96CP including all core
subjects
ARTS317 (6CP) INE 301 (6CP) *Students must take academic advice prior to enrolling in
General ARA 101/ARA 102 (6CP) this subject
Muslim Societies Across Innovation &
Education Arabic Language
the Ages Entrepreneurship
Core Major
OR OR OR
IRAE135 (6CP) GEOG222 (6CP) PUBH115 (6CP) URBS103 (6CP)
Elective
UAE and International Relations Society and Environment Public Health Urban Sociology
The Bachelor of Business (Human Resource Management) helps students in understanding, motivating and developing the human capital of an
organisation. The program provides knowledge on a number of fundamental business functions, including recruitment and selection, training
and development, change management and occupational safety. It equips students to apply concepts and techniques to promote change,
manage and develop people, and apply appropriate occupational health and safety practices in organisations. It will also provide critical
perspectives on the role and functions of HR professionals.
Degree Requirements
To qualify for the degree of Bachelor of Business (Human Resource Management),
• A candidate shall accrue an aggregate of at least 144 credit • Students who have completed University Freshman Year, would
points (cp) which includes 48cp of core subjects (100 level), require to complete only ARTS317 and INE301.
48cp of Major Subjects (200 & 300 level) and 42cp of General
• Placement tests will be conducted in ARA101 and ARA102 at the
Electives.
start of the trimester.
• Students should ensure that no more than 60 credit points shall
• Students must select seven (6) elective subjects must be at 200
be from 100 level subjects.
or 300 level. General Education subjects may also be considered
• A compulsory capstone(6cp) subject is undertaken in the final for Electives.
year.
• Students are also required to accrue an overall weighted
• In addition, 24cp of General Education subjects also needs to be average mark (WAM) of 50%.
completed, which may be considered as electives from
Business/General Schedule.
CAPSTONE
Choose ONE of the BUS 331 (6CP)
below Integrative Business Capstone
Pre-req: 96CP including all core
subjects
ACCY122 (6CP)
ECON102 (6CP)
Accounting Principles
Economics and Society ARTS317 (6CP)
Pre-req: ACCY121 General INE 301 (6CP) ARA 101/ARA 102
Education Muslim Societies Across Innovation & (6CP)
the Ages Entrepreneurship Arabic Language
MGNT102 (6CP)
Business
IRAE135 (6CP) OR GEOG222 (6CP) OR OR
Communications PUBH115 (6CP) URBS103 (6CP)
UAE and International Society and
Public Health Urban Sociology
Relations Environment
The Bachelor of Business (International Business) provides students with the knowledge and understanding to operate in a worldwide arena. It
will enable students to apply a globalised perspective to the management and development of commercial enterprise. Graduates of this program
will have the skills and understanding of conducting trade in a global economy and in developing cross-cultural business relationships.
Degree Requirements
To qualify for the degree of Bachelor of Business (International Business),
• A candidate shall accrue an aggregate of at least 144 credit • Students enrolled with International Business are strongly
points (cp) which includes 48cp of core subjects (100 level), encouraged to take ECON102.
48cp of Major Subjects (200 & 300 levels) and 42cp of General
• Students who have completed University Freshman Year, would
Electives.
require to complete only ARTS317 and INE301.
• Students should ensure that no more than 60 credit points shall
• Placement tests will be conducted in ARA101 and ARA102 at the
be from 100 level subjects.
start of the trimester.
• A compulsory capstone(6cp) subject is undertaken in the final
• Students must select six (6) elective subjects must be at 200 or 300
year. level. General Education subjects may also be considered for Electives.
• In addition, 24cp of General Education subjects also needs to be • Students are also required to accrue an overall weighted
completed, which may be considered as electives from average mark (WAM) of 50%.
Business/General Schedule.
9. Analyse, evaluate and explain the impact and implications of 16. Explain and analyse the impact of recent developments on
social, cultural and political factors in the international business international businesses.
arena. 17. Apply principles of marketing, finance or human resource
10. Assess and integrate the impact of globalisation into strategic management to develop and evaluate sound strategies and
management planning in organisations. plans in the chosen area.
CAPSTONE
below BUS 331 (6CP)
Integrative Business Capstone
Pre-req: 96CP including all core
ACCY122 (6CP) subjects
ECON102 (6CP)
Accounting Principles
Economics and Society
Pre-req: ACCY121
General ARTS317 (6CP) INE 301 (6CP)
Muslim Societies Across ARA 101/ARA 102 (6CP)
MGNT102 (6CP) Education Innovation &
the Ages Arabic Language
Business Entrepreneurship
Communications
GEOG222 (6CP)
IRAE135 (6CP) PUBH115 (6CP) URBS103 (6CP)
OR Society and OR OR
UAE and International Relations Public Health Urban Sociology
Environment
The Bachelor of Business (Management) provides students with a fundamental understanding of how to apply key managerial concepts and
theories in the contemporary work environment. Students are provided with the opportunity to analyse, diagnose and execute judgments across
a broad range of technical and management functions. It helps develop an understanding of how group dynamics affect individual and group
behaviour, and to identify barriers to change and effective ways of overcoming them. The program provides a comprehensive overview of the
management function, which is applicable to a range of business sectors.
Degree Requirements
To qualify for the degree of Bachelor of Business (Management),
• A candidate shall accrue an aggregate of at least 144 credit • Students who have completed University Freshman Year, would
points (cp) which includes 48cp of core subjects (100 leevl), require to complete only ARTS317 and INE301.
48cp of Major Subjects (200 & 300 level) and 42cp of General
• Placement tests will be conducted in ARA101 and ARA102 at the
Electives.
start of the trimester.
• Students should ensure that no more than 60 credit points shall
• Students must select six (6) elective subjects must be at 200 or
be from 100 level subjects.
300 level. General Education subjects may also be considered
• A compulsory capstone(6cp) subject is undertaken in the final for Electives.
year.
• Students are also required to accrue an overall weighted
• In addition, 24cp of General Education subjects also needs to be average mark (WAM) of 50%.
completed, which may be considered as electives from
Business/General Schedule.
1. Effectively communicate orally and in writing 10. Analyse how group dynamics affect individual and group
behaviour
2. Demonstrate responsible judgement in decision making.
11. Discuss how to integrate the functional areas of an organisation.
3. Demonstrate independent learning
12. Evaluate the relevance and applicability of human resource
4. Use relevant technology for professional purposes
policies and procedures used by organisations and managers.
5. Demonstrate core knowledge of business and organisations and
13. Discuss different types of production and operations and their
major disciplinary knowledge
implications for management.
6. Critically analyse business and organisational issues in local,
14. Discuss sources of change, barriers to change and analyse
national and international contexts.
effective ways of overcoming them.
7. Work effectively with others on shared goals.
15. Work effectively in small groups and arrive at business decisions
8. Discuss key managerial concept and theories in the utilising analytical and conceptual skills.
contemporary Business environment.
9. Apply human relations/interpersonal skills in relevant
management contexts
FIN 111 (6CP) MGNT110 (6CP) Elective 1 (6CP) MGNT215 * (6CP) Elective 4 (6CP)
Business/General Elective 5 (6CP)
Introductory Principles Introduction to Small Business Business/General
Schedule Business/General
of Finance Management Management Schedule
Schedule
Pre-req: MGNT110
Elective 2 (6CP)
Elective 6 (6CP)
MARK101 (6CP) Business/General BUS 201 (6CP)
Business/General
Marketing Principles Schedule Digitalization and
Schedule
Computational
Elective 3 (6CP) Thinking for Business
CAPSTONE
Business/General BUS 331 (6CP)
Choose ONE of the Schedule
below
Integrative Business Capstone
* Complete any two subjects between MGNT215, MGNT220 Pre-req: 96CP including all core
and OPS350 subjects
ACCY122 (6CP)
ECON102 (6CP)
Accounting Principles
Economics and Society ARTS317 (6CP) INE 301 (6CP) ARA 101/ARA 102
Pre-req: ACCY121 General
Education Muslim Societies Innovation & (6CP)
Across the Ages Entrepreneurship Arabic Language
MGNT102 (6CP)
Business
IRAE135 (6CP) GEOG222 (6CP)
Communications PUBH115 (6CP) URBS103 (6CP)
UAE and International OR Society and OR OR
Public Health Urban Sociology
Relations Environment
The Bachelor of Business (Marketing) provides students with an understanding of the principles of marketing, including promotion, pricing and
distribution. It provides knowledge and skills to evaluate alternative marketing strategies and to implement effective campaigns, based on
financial, organisational, environmental and ethical criteria. The program will also help students develop competencies in critical thinking,
qualitative and quantitative data analysis and business performance evaluation.
Degree Requirements
To qualify for the degree of Bachelor of Business (Marketing),
• A candidate shall accrue an aggregate of at least 144 credit • Students who have completed University Freshman Year, would
points (cp) which includes 48cp of core subjects (100 level), require to complete only ARTS317 and INE301.
48cp of Major Subjects (200 & 300 level) and 42cp of General • Placement tests will be conducted in ARA101 and ARA102 at the
Electives. start of the trimester.
• Students should ensure that no more than 60 credit points shall • Students must select six (6) elective subjects must be at 200 or
be from 100 level subjects. 300 level. General Education subjects may also be considered
• A compulsory capstone(6cp) subject is undertaken in the final for Electives.
year. • Students are also required to accrue an overall weighted
• In addition, 24cp of General Education subjects also needs to be average mark (WAM) of 50% .
completed, which may be considered as electives from
Business/General Schedule.
OR OR OR
IRAE135 (6CP) GEOG222 (6CP) PUBH115 (6CP) URBS103 (6CP)
UAE and International Relations Society and Environment Public Health Urban Sociology
The Bachelor of Business (Business Analytics) aims to equip students with the skills needed in Business Analytics in order to succeed in the world
of big data. The program will enable students to analyze large volumes of data to support decision making across all areas of business. This
program provides students with an understanding of data management concepts and processing of relational data with Structured Query
Language (SQL), the concepts of data confidentiality and security, modelling techniques to analyze contemporary finance and economic issues,
and techniques that can be used to measure marketing effectiveness.
Degree Requirements
To qualify for the degree of Bachelor of Business (Business Analytics),
• A candidate shall accrue an aggregate of at least 144 credit • Students who have completed University Freshman Year, would
points (cp) which includes 48cp of core subjects (100 level), require to complete only ARTS317 and INE301.
48cp of Major Subjects (200 & 300 level) and 42cp of General
• Placement tests will be conducted in ARA101 and ARA102 at the
Electives.
start of the trimester.
• Students should ensure that no more than 60 credit points shall
• Students must select six (6) elective subjects must be at 200 or
be from 100 level subjects.
300 level. General Education subjects may also be considered
• A compulsory capstone(6cp) subject is undertaken in the final for Electives.
year.
• Students are also required to accrue an overall weighted
• In addition, 24cp of General Education subjects also needs to be average mark (WAM) of 50% .
completed, which may be considered as electives from
Business/General Schedule.
CAPSTONE
Choose ONE of BUS 331 (6CP)
the below Integrative Business Capstone
Pre-req: 96CP including all core
subjects
ACCY122 (6CP)
ECON102 (6CP)
Accounting Principles
Economics and Society ARTS317 (6CP) INE 301 (6CP)
Pre-req: ACCY121 Core
Muslim Societies Innovation &
Across the Ages Entrepreneurship
MGNT102 (6CP) General Major
Business Education
Communications ARA 101/ARA 102 GEOG222 (6CP)
(6CP) Society and Elective
Arabic Language Environment
The Master of Applied Finance (MAF) program will help student develop a detailed understanding of banks and related financial intermediaries as
well as topics such as investment management, quantitative economic analysis, financial management and risk assessment.
Degree Requirements
To qualify for award of the degree of Master of Applied Finance (Single Specialisation), a candidate shall accrue an aggregate of at least 72 credit
points (cp) which include 24cp of Common finance subjects, 30cp of major/specialisation core, 6cp capstone subject and 12cp Electives at 900
level from within the area of specialisation. Students are also required to accrue an overall weighted average mark (WAM) of 50% which is deemed
equivalent to a GPA of 3.0. Students who wish to do a second specialisation upon completion of 72cp single specialisation will be required to
complete the core specialisation subjects of the second specialisation.
All students commencing in Autumn 2023 onwards would be required to complete a Research capstone of 12 credit points.
FIN 925(6CP) FIN 923 (6CP) FIN 954 (6CP) FIN 925 (6CP) FIN 955 (6CP)
ECON939 (6CP) FIN 907 (6CP)
Banking Theory and Portfolio Alternative Banking Theory and International
Quantitative Economic Financial Strategy
Practice Management Investments Practice Banking
Analysis
COMMON FINANCE FOUNDATION SUBJECTS
Socially Responsible
FINANCIAL SERVICES
Socially Responsible Socially Responsible
Finance Finance Finance
FIN 926 (6CP)
INVESTING
Advanced Managerial
Choose 2 Electives from the list Choose 2 Electives from the list Choose 2 Electives from the list
Finance
ECON928 (6CP) FIN 901 (6CP) ECON928 (6CP) FIN 901 (6CP) ECON928 (6CP) FIN 901 (6CP)
Economics for Introduction to Economics for Introduction to Economics for Introduction to
Modern Business FinTech Modern Business FinTech Modern Business FinTech
FIN 958 (6CP)
Financial Institutions FIN 923 (6CP) FIN 956 (6CP) FIN 928 (6CP) FIN 930 (6CP)
FIN 956 (6CP) Multinational
Portfolio Bank Lending and FIN 907 (6CP) Islamic Banking an
Bank Lending and Financial
Management Securities Financial Strategy Finance
Securities Management
FIN 960 (6CP) FIN 954 (6CP) FIN 957 (6CP) FIN 928 (6CP) FIN 957 (6CP) FIN 954 (6CP)
CAPSTONE
The Master of Business Administration (MBA) is designed for experienced professionals who wish to develop the analytical, cross-functional skillset
that will support strong managerial decision-making in business leadership roles. This program helps students develop their strategic managerial
and leadership skills, gaining the holistic business point-of-view required to operate effectively in an increasingly competitive and evolving global
business environment. The curriculum focuses on the international business environment and addresses relevant emerging themes such as
corporate governance and ethics.
Degree Requirements Learning Outcomes
To qualify for award of the degree a candidate shall accrue an aggregate Upon successful completion of the Master of Business Administration
of at least 72 credit points (cp) which include 60cp of core subjects and program, students will be able to:
12cp Elective at 900 level. Students are also required to accrue an overall
1. Critically analyse and integrate advanced theoretical and practical
weighted average mark (WAM) of 50%.
knowledge of recent developments
All students commencing in Autumn 2023 onwards would be required to in business disciplines and professional practice.
complete a Research capstone of 12 credit points.
2. Propose innovative, sustainable and responsible solutions to com
plex real world business challenges.
3. Collaborate responsibly to achieve individual and collective outco
mes.
4. Effectively communicate complex concepts and information, thro
ugh a range of media.
5. Critically reflect on personal ideas, practices and feedback from st
akeholders.
6. Plan and execute a Strategic Business Project, drawing on relevant
research principles and methods
ELECTIVES
This specialisation is for aspiring leaders within the Human Resources field who wish to enhance their understanding of the key concepts involved
with strategic human resource management such as creatively analysing and solving organisational problems and creating strategic alignment
between human capital and organisational goals. The program instructs you on how to examine structures, systems, culture and leadership,
including how to implement organisational change and how to leverage competitive advantage in the global marketplace.
Degree Requirements Learning Outcomes
To qualify for the degree, a candidate shall accrue an aggregate of at Upon successful completion of the Master of Human Resource
least 72 credit points (cp) which include 24cp of Business foundation Management program, students will be able to:
subjects, 30cp of major/specialisation core, 6cp capstone subject and
1. Demonstrate an advanced understanding of the key concepts,
12cp Electives at 900 level from within the area of specialisation.
theories and frameworks involved with strategic human resource
Students may be able to the degree with a total of 60cp in line with
management, incorporating critical analysis and investigative skills
UOWD’s policy on Credit for Prior Learning in consultation with the
in this field.
School of Business office prior to the commencement of the
program. If eligible for credit for prior learning from all four common 2. Creatively analyse and solve organisational problems in the
subjects, students will be required to complete 12cp electives within management of employees.
the specialization. Students are also required to accrue an overall 3. Apply best practice to create strategic alignment between human
weighted average mark (WAM) of 50%. capital and organisational goals.
All students commencing in Autumn 2023 onwards would be required 4. Propose integrative solutions through building mutually beneficial
to complete a Research capstone of 12 credit points. and productive networks and relationships within and across
relevant business contexts.
5. Evaluate regional organisational issues to provide ethical, legal,
entrepreneurial and sustainable perspectives that may be
communicated in written and oral modes
CORE
Organisational Behaviour and Management of Workplace Health
Management Performance Management
and Safety
ELECTIVES
CAPSTONE
This program is designed for managers or those aspiring to pursue a career in innovation-related roles especially in government, business and
non-profit organisations. The program will enable you to experience a world of innovation and entrepreneurship which forms an integral part of
an organisation’s success. The course is aimed at individuals with an entrepreneurial mindset, entrepreneurs already running their own businesses
or employees in large organisations wishing to foster a culture of innovation and creativity.
Degree Requirements Learning Outcomes
To qualify for the degree, a candidate shall accrue an aggregate of at Upon successful completion of the Master of Innovation and
least 72 credit points (cp) which include 24cp of Business foundation Entrepreneurship program, students will be able to:
subjects, 30cp of major/specialisation core, 6cp capstone subject and
1. Generate and evaluate new ideas for improving processes or
12cp Electives at 900 level from within the area of specialisation.
revamping products/ services to increase the organisation’s
Students may be able to the degree with a total of 60cp in line with
value in the marketplace.
UOWD’s policy on Credit for Prior Learning in consultation with the
School of Business office prior to the commencement of the 2. Assess the commercial viability of entrepreneurial activities and
program. If eligible for credit for prior learning from all four common the need for innovation using appropriate processes, technique,
subjects, students will be required to complete 12cp electives within methodologies, and models.
the specialization. Students are also required to accrue an overall 3. Critically evaluate the competition and competitive advantage of
weighted average mark (WAM) of 50%. new products and services.
All students commencing in Autumn 2023 onwards would be required 4. Examine the opportunities and challenges for an organisation
to complete a Research capstone of 12 credit points. and mobilise financing of new initiatives.
5. Develop and justify a comprehensive business plan to potential
investors and/or internal stakeholders.
6. Work effectively in multidisciplinary, cross-cultural teams
towards the development of a new venture.
CORE
ENTR903 (6CP)
Organisational Behaviour and Contemporary Leadership Skills for
Business Innovation Plan
Management Entrepreneurs
MARK956 (6CP)
MARK804 (6CP)
Developing and Marketing New
Principles of Marketing Management
Products and Services
CAPSTONE
ELECTIVES
OPS 802 (6CP) MGNT922 (6CP) Any 900-level subject of at least 12CP as
Operations Management Business Research Capstone approved by the Faculty
The specialisation in International Business is for new graduates and experienced managers who want to develop a knowledge and
understanding of management issues in an international context. The program will help you to address management issues in a variety of
cultural and global contexts, demonstrate a broad knowledge of the international business environment and synthesize complex information in
order to develop and justify innovative business solutions.
Degree Requirements Learning Outcomes
To qualify for the degree, a candidate shall accrue an aggregate of Upon successful completion of the Master of International Business
at least 72 credit points (cp) which include 24cp of Business program, students will be able to:
foundation subjects, 30cp of major/specialisation core, 6cp
1. Demonstrate cross-cultural knowledge and interpersonal skills
capstone subject and 12cp Electives at 900 level from within the
whilst working independently and in teams to address people
area of specialisation. Students may be able to the degree with a
management issues in a variety of cultural and global contexts.
total of 60cp in line with UOWD’s policy on Credit for Prior Learning
2. Demonstrate broad and coherent knowledge of contemporary
in consultation with the School of Business office prior to the
international business environment, theory and practice.
commencement of the program. If eligible for credit for prior
3. Critically evaluate and apply cross-functional knowledge of
learning from all four common subjects, students will be required to
theory and practices of international business to solve problems
complete 12cp electives within the specialization. Students are also
in international business organisations.
required to accrue an overall weighted average mark (WAM) of
4. Exercise and communicate informed strategic decisions relevant
50%.
to international business contexts by applying relevant
All students commencing in Autumn 2023 onwards would be information analysis, ethical and professional practices and
required to complete a Research capstone of 12 credit points. approaches.
5. Collect, analyse and synthesize complex information relevant to
international business issues in order to develop and justify
innovative business solutions.
ACCY801 (6CP)
Accounting and Financial MGNT978 (6CP) FIN 921 (6CP)
Management Cross Cultural Management Managerial Finance
CORE
Organisational Behaviour and International Marketing Insights into Innovation and
Management Strategy Entrepreneurship
FOUNDATION SUBJECTS
ELECTIVES
MGNT922 (6CP) Any 900-level subject of at least
OPS 802 (6CP)
Business Research 12CP as approved by the Faculty
Operations Management
Capstone
This Master of Management degree is aimed at students who are interested in enhancing their career opportunities by developing further
professional, personal and technical skills in key management areas. Over the course of the program, students will learn how to propose
integrated solutions to complex general management issues by drawing on relevant management principles, be able to work effectively in teams
to assess management situations, develop and execute management reports.
Degree Requirements
Learning Outcomes
To qualify for the degree, a candidate shall accrue an aggregate of
at least 72 credit points (cp) which include 24cp of Business Upon successful completion of the Master of Management
foundation subjects, 30cp of major/specialisation core, 6cp program, students will be able to:
capstone subject and 12cp Electives at 900 level from within the
1. Demonstrate theoretical and operational knowledge relevant
area of specialisation. Students may be able to the degree with a
to the key areas of management.
total of 60cp in line with UOWD’s policy on Credit for Prior Learning
in consultation with the School of Business office prior to the 2. Propose integrated solutions to complex general management
commencement of the program. If eligible for credit for prior issues by drawing on relevant management principles.
learning from all four common subjects, students will be required to 3. Work effectively in teams to assess management situations
complete 12cp electives within the specialization. Students are also presented in case studies and/or reports and synthesising
required to accrue an overall weighted average mark (WAM) of materials from a range of appropriate sources.
50%.
4. Develop and execute management reports, demonstrating the
All students commencing in Autumn 2023 onwards would be use of effective research and reporting skills.
required to complete a Research capstone of 12 credit points.
5. Communicate complex ideas and information in oral
presentations to a crucial audience.
ACCY801 MGNT903
Accounting and Financial MGNT910
Leading in Contemporary
Management Strategic Management
Organisations
MGNT803
FOUNDATION SUBJECTS
CORE
Organisational Behaviour and MGNT915 MGNT920
Management Management of Change Organisational Analysis
MARK804
OPS 935
Principles of Marketing Management
Project Management
OPS 802
CAPSTONE
ELECTIVES
Operations Management MGNT922 Any 900-level subject of at least 12CP
Business Research Capstone as approved by the Faculty
The Master of Marketing degree is ideal for managers and middle managers seeking to further their careers in marketing; a field increasingly
important for organisations to deliver value through their products and services. Students will have the opportunity to study a wide range of
advanced topics in marketing and gain profession-oriented specialist marketing skills required to excel in management roles. You will be trained
to formulate strategic plans, evaluate marketing theories and frameworks, design projects using market research tools. Be equipped with the
high-level skills to generate and position products and services for the market.
Degree Requirements Learning Outcomes
To qualify for the degree, a candidate shall accrue an aggregate of Upon successful completion of the Master of Marketing program,
at least 72 credit points (cp) which include 24cp of Business students will be able to:
foundation subjects, 30cp of major/specialisation core, 6cp
1. Evaluate marketing theories, frameworks and concepts.
capstone subject and 12cp Electives at 900 level from within the
area of specialisation. Students may be able to the degree with a 2. Examine the process of strategic marketing decisions and
total of 60cp in line with UOWD’s policy on Credit for Prior Learning formulate strategic plans.
in consultation with the School of Business office prior to the 3. Design projects using marketing research tools.
commencement of the program. If eligible for credit for prior
4. Assess the ethical implications of decisions in the marketing
learning from all four common subjects, students will be required to
context.
complete 12cp electives within the specialization. Students are also
required to accrue an overall weighted average mark (WAM) of 5. Recommend solutions for social problems in consumer and
50%. business markets.
All students commencing in Autumn 2023 onwards would be 6. Propose integrative solutions through building mutually
required to complete a Research capstone of 12 credit points. beneficial and productive networks and relationships within and
across relevant business contexts.
MGNT803 (6CP)
CORE
FOUNDATION SUBJECTS
MARK804 (6CP)
MARK935 (6CP)
Principles of Marketing Management
Marketing Strategy
ELECTIVES
Operations Management MARK977 (6CP)
Any 900-level subject of at least 12CP
Research for Marketing
as approved by the Faculty
Decisions
Businesses rely on data acquisition to help maintain a competitive advantage and the need for a qualified Business Analytics specialists
has never been higher. Business Analysts enable organisations to understand gathered data using various statistical method and
techniques, for measuring business performance and provide insights to make improved business decisions. Using predictive data analytics
would allow understanding and predicting business and industry trends, ensuring a company to make informed choices that help them
grow.
Degree Requirements Learning Outcomes
To qualify for the degree, a candidate shall accrue an aggregate 1. Critically evaluate and synthesize theory and practice in the
of at least 72 credit points (cp) which include 24cp of Business field of Business Analytics
foundation subjects, 30cp of major/specialisation core, 6cp
2. Design innovative solutions to business analytics problems
capstone subject and 12cp Electives at 900 level from within the
area of specialisation. Students may be able to the degree with a 3. Communicate complex disciplinary information effectively
total of 60cp in line with UOWD’s policy on Credit for Prior in both written and oral formats to specialist and non-
Learning in consultation with the School of Business office prior specialist audiences
to the commencement of the program. If eligible for credit for 4. Conduct a independent research and enquiry drawing on
prior learning from all four common subjects, students will be theory, innovative ideas and personal initiative.
required to complete 12cp electives within the specialization.
5. Critically analyse and apply principles of ethics,
Students are also required to accrue an overall weighted average
sustainability and responsible decision making in relevant
mark (WAM) of 50%.
business analytics contexts.
All students commencing in Autumn 2023 onwards would be
6. Develop action plans based on critical reflection of personal
required to complete a Research capstone of 12 credit points.
ideas, practices and feedback from stakeholders.
CORE
FOUNDATION SUBJECTS
Business Analytics for Economic and Business Analytics for Services and
Organisational Behaviour and
Market Environments Operations
Management
MBAS905 (6CP)
MARK804 (6CP) Advanced Business Analytics
Principles of Marketing Management
CAPSTONE
ELECTIVES
MBAS906 (6CP) Any 900-level subject of at least 12CP as
Business Analytics Research Capstone approved by the Faculty
OPS 802 (6CP)
Operations Management
• If the student is eligible for Credit for Prior Learning from all four foundation subjects, they will
be required to complete two elective subjects (i.e. MARK901, ECON939, OPS 910) that will be
chosen in consultation with the School of Business.
• All applicants will be required to pass a challenge test in Statistics. Students who have not passed
the challenge test are required to successfully complete FND114 course as a pre-requisite before
they would be allowed to enrol in the Business Analytics subjects.
The Master of Supply Chain Management program provides the skills needed to manage the flow of information and materials within and
between organisations both locally and globally. Students will be able to have an in-depth understanding of a highly specialised area, alongside
great business acumen in marketing, operations management, finance and organisational behaviour. This program is endorsed by the
professional network representing businesses and practitioners in the sector, the Supply Chain and Logistics Group (SCLG) Middle East, and has
won the SCATA (Supply Chain and Transport Award) for the best Supply Chain and Logistics academic program in the UAE.
ACCY801 (6CP)
Accounting and Financial OPS 908 (6CP) OPS 909 (6CP)
Management Supply Chain Management Total Quality Management
FOUNDATION SUBJECTS
CORE
MARK804 (6CP) OPS 913 (6CP)
OPS 928 (6CP)
Principles of Marketing Advanced Supply Chain
Logistics Systems
Management Management Pre-req: OPS 908
Pre-req: OPS 908
The program in Luxury Management is designed for professionals who want to develop skills in the core field of Luxury with a broader
understanding of how to manage the growing industry. The program will have equal focus on both the philosophies and trends underpinning
the Luxury segment and the core guiding principles of Management. The program is being positioned to provide a strategic understanding of
leading and managing the luxury business and hence is expected to cater to a range of professionals who have interest in developing their
careers to a leadership role within the luxury industry.
Learning Outcomes
Upon successful completion of the GEMLUX program, graduates will be able to:
1. Demonstrate an advanced understanding of theory and practice for leading and managing the luxury business in the UAE-European
context
2. Integrate technical, theoretical and industry knowledge designed to address the needs of diverse stakeholders across a range of Luxury
Management contexts, including UAE and Europe
3. Apply European luxury management best practices in the emerging UAE and GCC luxury context
4. Critically reflect on, synthesize and apply specialized knowledge and skills to solve complex problems in the fled of luxury management
5. Conduct independent research and inquiry, involving theoretical conceptualization, innovative ideas and personal initiative.
6. Demonstrate professional expertise and leadership through interpreting and communicating theoretical and practical insights into luxury
management to specialist and non-specialist audiences.
7. Apply principles of social responsibility when critically evaluating situations and making business decisions.
GLUX903 (6CP)
GLUX904 (6CP)
Operations, Supply GLUX905 (6CP)
Innovation
Chain Management Retail Service Design
Management
and Distribution
CORE
GLUX909 (6CP)
Project Work
The Doctor of Philosophy (PhD) is an advanced postgraduate research degree program that develops research skills and provides high achieving
candidates with the opportunity to conduct in-depth research in their chosen discipline. The PhD program is aimed at candidates who are
interested in pursuing their career as an academic or in private and public organisations which focus on research and innovation. The program
will enable candidates to critically evaluate existing knowledge, which uses research as a tool to explore and answer important questions in your
chosen field, and thus create new knowledge and effectively apply research findings in your working environment.
Learning Outcomes
Upon successful completion of the PhD (Business) program, graduates will be able to:
DOCTOR OF PHILOSOPHY (BUSINESS)
1. Demonstrate cognitive, technical and creative skills in a discipline BUS 996 (12CP)
BUS 997 (12CP)
area to plan and execute a substantial piece of research that Introduction to Research
Literature Review
and Research Methods
contributes to knowledge.
2. Demonstrate mastery of theoretical knowledge and critically
BUS 980 (6CP)
CORE
BUS 993 (12CP)
reflect on, synthesise and evaluate complex information, Applied Data Analysis
Business Research
Proposal
problems, concepts, and theories.
3. Communicate a coherent and sustained argument, explaining
RESH900 (6CP)
and disseminating research results and conclusions to peers and Fundamentals of HDR
to the community. Writing
and the rights and safety of others, to plan and execute a THES912 (144CP) O THES924 (144CP)
substantial piece of research with a high level of autonomy, Thesis (Part-Time) R Thesis (Full-Time)
are seeking their career promotion by up-skilling their current MGNT803 (6CP)
OPS 802 (6CP)
CORE
knowledge on foundation knowledge on marketing, accounting and Organisational Behaviour
Operations Management
and Management
finance, organisational behaviour and management, global business
challenges and perspectives, and also wanting to improve their Students opting to progress into
the specialization Master
insight on application of theory and practice in business. The course MARK804 (6CP)
Principles of Marketing programs must do OPS 802.
is fully nested with the Master of Business, meaning that students Management OPS 802 is also required for
satisfying entry requirements to postgraduate studies can progress progression into the Master of
Science (Logistics and Supply
to the program with credit for all four subjects completed. Chain Management) program.
Learning Outcomes
Upon successful completion of the Graduate Certificate in Business
program, students will be able to:
CORE
with credit for all four subjects completed. MGNT920 (6CP)
MGNT969 (6CP) Organisational Analysis
Learning Outcomes Job Analysis, Recruitment and
OR
Selection
MGNT923 (6CP)
Upon successful completion of the Graduate Certificate in Human Contemporary Issues in
Resource Management program, students will be able to: *Students who do not have a International Business
relevant background in Human OR
Resources should complete this MGNT949 (6CP)
1. Demonstrate knowledge in core areas of HRM subject within their first trimester Performance
of study. Students with a relevant Management
2. Synthesise relevant principles and concepts in a HR context. background may apply to OR
complete one elective subject MGNT963 (6CP)
3. Propose integrated solutions to HRM problems using from the approved list. Management of
theoretical knowledge, technical skills, critical and/or creative Workplace Health and
Safety
thinking. OR
MGNT978 (6CP)
Cross Cultural
Management
CORE
Managing Services and OR
to postgraduate studies can progress to the Master of Business MARK936 (6CP) Relationship Marketing MARK997 (6CP)
(Marketing) program with credit for all four subjects completed. Consumer Behaviour OR Retail Marketing
MARK940 (6CP) Management
Learning Outcomes Marketing OR
Communications OPS 908 (6CP)
MARK977 (6CP)
Upon successful completion of the Graduate Certificate in Research for Marketing OR Supply Chain
Decisions MARK956 (6CP) Management
Marketing program, students will be able to:
Creating and Marketing OR
New Products
1. Demonstrate knowledge in core areas of marketing. *Students who do not have a MGNT923 (6CP)
relevant background in OR Contemporary Issues in
2. Synthesise relevant principles and concepts in a marketing Marketing should complete MARK957 (6CP) International Business
this subject within their first International Marketing
context. trimester of study. Students Strategy
with a relevant background
3. Propose integrated solutions to marketing problems using may apply to complete one
theoretical knowledge, technical skills, critical and/or creative elective subject from the
approved list above.
thinking.
The School of Computer Sciences offers technology-based undergraduate degrees with the opportunity to specialise in
specific practical disciplines. The postgraduate programs provide students with a strong foundation in the application
and theoretical foundations of these technical disciplines. The following programs are currently being offered
▪ Bachelor of Computer Science
o Bachelor of Computer Science
o Bachelor of Computer Science (Cybersecurity)
o Bachelor of Computer Science (Game and Mobile Development)
o Bachelor of Computer Science (Big Data)
▪ Bachelor of Business Information Systems
▪ Master of Information Technology Management
▪ Master of Digital Transformation
KEY CONTACTS
Head of School (Computer Sciences)
Dr. Mai ElBarachi
Associate Professor
Faculty of Engineering and Information Sciences
P +97 14 278 1977 (Direct)
E MaiElbarachi@uowdubai.ac.ae
Director Research Discipline Leader (Computer Science)
Dr. Stephen Wilkinson Dr. Soly Mathew Biju
Associate Professor Associate Professor
Faculty of Engineering and Information Sciences Faculty of Engineering and Information Sciences
P +971 4 278 1920 (Direct) P +971 4 278 1933 (Direct)
E Stephenwilkinson@uowdubai.ac.ae E SolyMathewBiju@uowdubai.ac.ae
Computer science is the study of algorithmic processes that describe and transform information: theory, analysis, programming and design. The
Bachelor of Computer Science focuses on the development of high-level programming skills that can be applied across a wide range of
applications, including analysis of stock market trends, games design, neural network design, automatic teller machines and patient monitoring
in hospitals. The core subjects help students understand the structure of data and the role it plays in delivering solutions to complex problems.
The degree includes core of programming subjects as well as electives in languages, artificial intelligence, computer security, computer graphics,
operating systems, real-time software and software engineering. This program provides students with a strong core of computing and allows
them to pursue their interest by choosing among many specialised electives or to major in areas such as Cyber Security, Game and Mobile
Development, and Big Data
.
Major Core Major Capstone Elective
Bachelor of Computer Science (No Major) 90cp 12cp 42cp
Major – Cyber Security 90cp 30cp 12cp 12cp
Major – Game and Mobile Development 90cp 30cp 12cp 12cp
Major – Big data 90cp 30cp 12cp 12cp
CAPSTONE
CSIT321 (12CP)
MATH255 (6CP)
Introduction to Web Java Programming Elective 2 (6CP) Project
Mathematics for
Technology Pre-req: CSIT110 200/300-LEVEL Comp. Pre-req: CSIT214/CSCI311 & 18CP of 200 level
Computing
Pre-req: CSIT121 Science/IT CSIT/CSCI/ISIT subjects
Elective
IRAE135 (6CP) OR GEOG222 (6CP) OR OR
PUBH115 (6CP) URBS103 (6CP)
UAE and International Society and
Public Health Urban Sociology
Relations Environment
CAPSTONE
Cyber Security CSIT321 (12CP)
Technology Elective 1 (6CP)
Pre-req: CSIT121, Project
Pre-req: CSIT121 200/300-LEVEL Comp.
CSIT127 and 18cp 200 Pre-req:CSIT214/CSCI311 & 18CP of 200 level
Science/IT
level CSIT/CSCI/ISIT subjects
General ARTS317 (6CP) INE 301 (6CP) ARA 101/ARA 102 Core
Education Muslim Societies Across Innovation & (6CP)
the Ages Entrepreneurship Arabic Language
Elective
CSIT314 (6CP)
CSIT110 (6CP) INE 301 (6CP)
CSIT123 (6CP) CSCI203 (6CP) CSIT214 (6CP) Software Development
Fundamental Fundamentals of
Computing and Cyber Algorithms & Data IT Project Management Methodologies
Programming With Innovation and
Security Fundamentals Structures Pre-req:CSIT114 Pre-req: CSIT214 & 18CP
Python Entrepreneurship
of 200 level CSIT/CSCI/
ISIT subjects
CSIT115 (6CP) CSIT226 (6CP) CSCI235 (6CP)
CSIT114 (6CP) Data Management & Human Computer Database Systems Choose FOUR of the below
System Analysis Security Interaction Pre-req: CSIT115 &
Pre-req: CSIT111 Pre-req:CSIT121 CSIT121
CSCI336 (6CP) CSCI346 (6CP)
CSIT121 (6CP) CSCI236 (6CP) Interactive Computer Game Development
CSIT127 (6CP) CSCI251 (6CP)
Object Oriented Design 3D Modelling and Graphics Pre-req: CSCI236
Networks and Advanced Programming
& Programming Animation Pre-req: CSCI251 & 6CP
Communications Pre-req: CSIT121
Pre-req:CSIT111 Pre-req: 36CP of 100 of 200 level CSCI subjects
OR level subjects CSCI356 (6CP)
Game Engine Essentials
CSIT128 (6CP) CSCI213 (6CP) CSCI388 (6CP)
MATH255 (6CP) Elective 2 (6CP) Pre-req: CSIT121&
Introduction to Web Java Programming Virtual and Augmented
Mathematics for 200/300-LEVEL Comp. CSIT214
Technology Pre-req: CSIT110 Reality
Computing Science/IT
Pre-req:CSIT121 Pre-req: CSI251 CSIT242 (6CP)
Elective 1 (6CP) Mobile Applications
200/300-LEVEL Comp. Development
Science/IT Pre-req: CSIT121
The Bachelor of Computer Science (Big Data) aims to equip students Learning Outcomes
with the necessary skills to apply techniques to the development of
In addition to meeting the program learning outcomes of the
video games and related systems on computers and mobile
Bachelor of Computer Science, students graduating from the Big
platforms, including devices such as mobile phones, tablets and
Data major will further be able to:
wearable devices. Students will be able to identify approaches to
solving real-world problems in video games and multimedia 1. Apply the core fundamentals of the principles of big data,
systems. They will also develop both traditional computer science visualization and data analytics in real life applications.
skills as well as creative skills including visualisation, interaction and 2. Design and employ a range of algorithms, reports, and software
communication skills. Experts in this field work in the entertainment tools for big data and data analytics.
industry, the game and mobile industry as mobile application
developers, game programmers, animators, game engine
developers, mobile entertainment and multimedia designers.
CAPSTONE
Computing Java Programming Science/IT CSIT321 (12CP)
Pre-req: CSIT121 Pre-req: CSIT110
CSCI316 (6CP) Project
Big Data Mining Pre-req: CSIT214 & 18CP of 200 level CSIT/
Techniques and CSCI/ISIT subjects
Implementation
General ARTS317 (6CP) INE 301 (6CP) ARA 101/ARA 102 Core
Education Muslim Societies Innovation & (6CP)
Across the Ages Entrepreneurship Arabic Language
Elective
IRAE135 (6CP) OR GEOG222 (6CP) OR OR
PUBH115 (6CP) URBS103 (6CP)
UAE and International Society and
Public Health Urban Sociology Major
Relations Environment
Electives (18cp)
Students need to choose 18cp (3 subjects) if they are not opting for any major of study
Subject Code Subject Name CP Pre-requisites
CSCI236 3D Modelling and Animation 6 36 credit points at 100 level
Big Data Mining Techniques and
CSCI316 6
Implementation
CSCI317 Database Performance Tuning 6 CSCI235
CSCI251 + 1 subject at 200
CSCI323 Artificial Intelligence 6
level - CSCI / CSIT
CSCI251 and 6cp of 200-
CSCI336 Interactive Computer Graphics 6
level CSCI subjects
CSCI346 Game Development 6 CSCI236
CSCI350 Internship 6
CSIT121/ CSCI124 and
CSCI356 Game Engine Fundamentals 6
CSIT214
CSCI370 Special Topics in Computer Science A 6 18 cp @ 200 level CSCI
CSCI251 and 12cp @ 200
CSCI376 Multicore and GPU Programming 6
level CSIT/CSCI
CSIT242 Mobile Applications Development 6 CSIT121
INFO411 Data Mining and Knowledge Discovery 6 36 cp
24cp @100 level any
ISIT204 Principles of e-Business 6
subjects
24cp @ 100 level of any
ISIT224 Management Information Systems 6
subject
ISIT301 Professional Practice & Ethics 6 18cp @200 level
CSIT115 and 24cp @ 100
ISIT312 Big Data Management 6
level CSIT
ACCY121 Accounting for Decision Making 6
ACCY122 Accounting Principles 6 ACCY121
ECON100 Economic Essentials for Business 6
MARK101 Marketing Principles 6
MARK301 Digital Marketing 6 MARK101
MARK343 International Marketing 6 MARK101
MGNT110 Introduction to Management 6
MGNT201 Organizational Behaviour 6 MGNT110
MGNT206 Human Resource Management 6 MGNT110
The Bachelor of Business Information Systems provides students with the knowledge and skills to apply appropriate technologies to achieve
commercial advantage. The program teaches the methodologies and tools to harness information technology, from both strategic and
operational perspectives, to create business efficiencies. It helps enhance analytical, problem solving, decision-making and critical thinking skills
and helps to develop an understanding of key business concepts. The program offers graduates key skills required for any IT professional such
as: organisational areas in IT, database management, programming, information systems analysis and design, communications and networks,
security, eBusiness, project management, web-based technology, and professional practice in IT. Graduates of this program will be able to
manage specifications, design and implement systems and select and apply appropriate technologies for the automation of business
information.
Degree Requirements
To qualify for award of the degree of Bachelor of Business Students need to complete 24cp (4 subjects) of electives from which
Information Systems, a candidate shall accrue an aggregate of at 18cp must be CSCI-300 `or ISIT-300 or CSIT-300 level subjects. The
least 144 Credit Points (cp) which include 108cp of program core, remaining 6 credit points must be only at 200 or 300 level
12cp of final year project and 24cp of General Electives. Students CSCI/CSIT/ISIT subjects. Student may not enrol in any 000-level
are also required to accrue an overall weighted average mark subject as elective. Students must not complete more than 60 credit
(WAM) of 50%. points of 100 level subjects. Students are also advised to consult
with their academic advisor about their elective enrolment.
Learning Outcomes
Upon successful completion of the Bachelor of Business Information Systems program, students will be able to:
1. Evaluate the strategic impact of information systems on 2. Develop specifications, design and implement information
organisational processes, profitability and decision-making systems.
effectiveness. 3. Manage the development and maintenance of business
information systems.
CAPSTONE
Introduction to Web Principles of eBusiness MATH255 (6CP) CSIT321 (12CP)
Introduction to
Technology Pre-req:24CP of 100 Mathematics for Project
Management
Pre-req: CSIT121 level of any subject Computing Pre-req: CSIT214/CSCI311 & 18CP of 200 level
CSIT/CSCI/ISIT subjects
Elective
OR GEOG222 (6CP) OR OR
IRAE135 (6CP) PUBH115 (6CP) URBS103 (6CP)
Society and
UAE and International Relations Public Health Urban Sociology
Environment
The Master of Information Technology Management (MITM) degree program is designed to equip and prepare IT professionals working in
various industries for the increasing complexities of the digital economy. Managing the growing pervasiveness of information and
communication technologies in today’s business has become a mandatory requirement for current technology professionals and IT managers.
The knowledge and skills necessary to anticipate manage and implement business and technological advances that are critical to future business
success are always highly in demand.
The Master of Information Technology Management will enable professionals to add value in the rapidly growing and dynamic IT industry of
tomorrow. The program is intended to broaden the students’ knowledge by providing them with a bridge connecting the academic environment
and the outside world. MITM aims at making its graduates adept at coping up with the perpetually advancing industry of Information Technology
and its application in business. Further, MITM allows students to make the appropriate business-technology decisions appropriate for today’s
changing business environment, and prepares them to become tomorrow's information leaders; thereby, enabling graduates to effectively plan
and execute strategic information technology initiatives.
Degree Requirements
Candidates are required to complete nine (9) subjects (60 credit points) comprises of compulsory core subjects including Thesis (ISIT990 – 12
credits points) and two (2) elective subjects to be selected from the approved subjects provided each session. Students who have previously
completed either a relevant 4-year Undergraduate program without a research component or a relevant 3-year Undergraduate program are
required to accrue 72 credit points (i.e. additional 12cp of electives upon consultation with the Program Director).
There are two entry levels to the Master of Information Technology Management program. If the student has completed a three-year
undergraduate degree program, or a four-year program without a research component, they will enter the MITM at the foundation level. This
Learning Outcomes
Upon successful completion of the Master of Information Technology, students will be able to:
1. Critically analyse and evaluate evidence problems, concepts 4. Research, synthesise and apply key information and apply
and theories in the field of information technology expert judgement in information technology, systems design
management. and project in IT management from organisational perspective
2. Interpret and apply policies and technologies to protect data and business perspective.
integrity and validity, including information privacy and security 5. Employ independent learning strategies to update own
policies and procedures. knowledge in the field and keep pace with innovations in
3. Evaluate, implement and use information systems’ tools, information technology and management, industry trends and
techniques, and methodologies applicable to the organisation standards.
and business environment. 6. Work as an individual and as a member of a team in a manner
consistent with ethical and professional standards.
CORE
Security, Ethics and Project and Change
Professionalism Management
INFO911 (6CP)
ENGG950 (6CP)
Data Mining and Knowledge
Innovation and Design
Discovery
CAPSTONE
ELECTIVES
ISIT990 (12CP) Any 900-level subject of
Professional Practice and at least 12CP as
Research Project approved by the Faculty
The Master in Digital Transformation (MDT) degree program is designed to equip the students with the knowledge, skills, and mindset required
to lead and drive digital transformation initiatives in various industries. Specifically, the program aims to:
1. Develop well-rounded professionals who can bridge the gap between business and IT by defining digital transformation strategies and
implementing digital solutions.
2. Enhance students' strategic thinking and problem-solving abilities, enabling them to analyze complex challenges and develop innovative
and practical solutions using prominent digital transformation technologies.
3. Develop students' soft skills, including communication, teamwork, ethics, and professional conduct, to prepare them for success in
today's multidisciplinary workplace.
4. Produce graduates who can drive innovation and create sustainable solutions by effectively utilizing digital technologies and aligning
business and IT strategies.
Degree Requirements
To qualify for award of the degree of Master of Digital Transformation a candidate must:
1. Accrue an aggregate of at least 60 credit points, and achieve 3. A student’s admission status will be assessed on the basis
an overall Weighted Average Mark (WAM) of 50% average of their previous qualifications according to the Admissions
at UOWD which is deemed equivalent to a GPA of 3.0. Policy.
2. The 60 credit points shall include the degree specific core 4. Typically, students who have previously completed a
subjects and electives as specified in the Degree Handbook. relevant 4-year Undergraduate program with a research
component, are required to accrue 60 credit points.
KEY CONTACTS
Head of School (Engineering) Director Research
Dr. Haile-Selassie Rajamani Dr. Stephen Wilkinson
Associate Professor Associate Professor
Faculty of Engineering and Information Sciences Faculty of Engineering and Information Sciences
P +971 4 278 1923 (Direct) P +971 4 278 1920 (Direct)
E HaileRajamani@uowdubai.ac.ae E Stephenwilkinson@uowdubai.ac.ae
The Bachelor of Engineering program with major in Computer and Autonomous Systems Engineering, Electrical and Electronics Engineering or
Telecommunications Engineering and Internet of Things trains engineers for exciting and successful careers as system designers and developers,
engineering managers, analysts, educators and researchers. This program prepares graduates to be globally recognised professional engineers
with the requisite knowledge, skills and attributes to further develop in their chosen careers. They will have the capacity to effectively lead and
contribute to the advancement of engineering, technology and commerce. This program is designed to provide the basic theoretical background
required by professional engineers as well as experience in working in teams and the ability to manage the process of designing and developing
engineering solutions to address real world problems.
Learning Outcomes
Upon successful completion of the Bachelor of Engineering program, students will be able to:
1. Demonstrate the ability to discern, interpret and evaluate 6. Identify the strengths of individuals, societies and cultures that are
information, and apply their learning in order to make decisions and both similar and dissimilar from one’s own, with a professional view
articulate logical responses. to improving existing relationships between community networks,
workplaces and organisations.
2. Apply the acquired knowledge to practical life problems and adopt
a professional and ethical approach to decision making and related 7. Demonstrate the ability to effectively gather, critically analyse,
social responsibilities. evaluate and interpret qualitative and quantitative information
using computer technology.
3. Use all forms of expression to clearly and confidently communicate
knowledge to others, appropriate to the context. 8. Initiate and apply problem-solving and critical thinking strategies to
research, projects and organisational problems, including ethical
4. Acquire the ability to function effectively as part of a team to
dilemmas and accept responsibility for the solutions delivered.
accomplish a set of common goals and objectives.
9. Demonstrate a sense of social commitment, responsibility and
5. Initiate research and projects, and apply problem solving and critical
concern; feeling empowered to apply learning and show respect for
thinking strategies to solve problems.
citizens’ rights to everyday situations.
CAPSTONE
ENGG103 (6CP) Programming for
Engineers ECTE498 (12CP) Major 2
Materials in Design ECTE351 (12CP)
Pre-req: ENGG100 Thesis A ECTE477 (6CP)
Engineering Design
Pre-req: Programming Autonomous
and Management 3
Completion of Systems
Pre-req: ENGG104,
120CP Pre-req: CSCI291
ECTE250, CSCI291
& ECTE233
STAT291 (3CP) ECTE202 (6CP)
ENGG102 (6CP) ECTE333 (6CP)
Engineering Circuits and ECTE344 (6CP) Major 3
MATH142 (6CP) Fundamentals of Microcontroller
Statistics Systems Control Theory ECTE471 (6CP)
Essentials of Engineering Architecture and Elective 1 (6CP)
Winter
OR GEOG222 OR OR
IRAE135 (6CP) PUBH115
(6CP) URBS103 (6CP)
UAE and International (6CP)
Society and Urban Sociology
Relations Public Health
Environment
MATH141 (6CP) MATH291 (3CP) ECTE364 (6CP) ECTE324 (6CP) Choose TWO
Autumn
CAPSTONE
Materials in Design
Pre-req: ENGG100 Engineering Design Processing
and Management 3 ECTE498 (12CP) Pre-req: ECTE203
Pre-req: ENGG104, Thesis A
ECTE250, CSCI291 Pre-req:
& ECTE233 Completion of
120CP
STAT291 (3CP) ECTE202 (6CP)
ENGG102 (6CP) ECTE333 (6CP) Major 2
Engineering Circuits and ECTE344 (6CP)
MATH142 (6CP) Fundamentals of Microcontroller ECTE471 (6CP)
Statistics Systems Control Theory
Essentials of Engineering Architecture and Robotics and
Winter
OR GEOG222 OR OR
IRAE135 (6CP) PUBH115
(6CP) URBS103 (6CP)
UAE and International (6CP)
Society and Urban Sociology
Relations Public Health
Environment
MATH141 (6CP) MATH291 (3CP) ECTE364 (6CP) ECTE324 (6CP) Elective 1 (6CP)
Autumn
CAPSTONE
ENGG103 (6CP) Programming for Major 1
ECTE351 (12CP) ECTE498 (12CP)
Materials in Design Engineers ECTE401 (6CP)
Engineering Design Thesis A
Pre-req: ENGG100 Multimedia Signal
and Management 3 Pre-req:
Processing
Pre-req: ENGG104, Completion of
Pre-req: ECTE203
ECTE250, CSCI291 120CP
& ECTE233
ENGG102 (6CP) STAT291 (3CP) ECTE202 (6CP)
Fundamentals of Engineering Circuits and ECTE474 (6CP)
MATH142 (6CP) Statistics ECTE333 (6CP) ECTE344 (6CP) Internet of Things
Engineering Systems
Essentials of Microcontroller Control Theory Pre-req: ECTE364 &
Mechanics Pre-req: ENGG104
Engineering Architecture and
Winter
The Bachelor of Engineering program with major in Civil Engineering trains engineers for exciting and successful careers as professional
engineers with the requisite knowledge, skills and attitudes to further develop in their chosen careers. They have the capacity to effectively lead
and contribute to the advancement of engineering, technology and commerce. The programs have been designed to provide the theoretical
background required for professional engineers as well as experience in working in teams and the ability to manage the process of designing
and developing engineering solutions to address real world problems.
Degree Requirements
To qualify for award of the degree of Bachelor of Engineering (Civil), within the context of construction and detailed and conceptual
a candidate shall accrue an aggregate of at least 192 Credit Points multi-disciplinary design.
(cp) as provided in the structure below. Students are also required 2. Identify, and predict the behaviour of building materials and utilise
to accrue an overall weighted average mark (WAM) of 50%. This them appropriately and cost-effectively in construction.
degree requirement is only applicable to students joining Autumn 3. Utilise sophisticated engineering analysis, software and design
2021 intake and onwards. tools to simulate the real world including computer aided design
and modelling of engineering systems.
All Bachelor of Engineering students are required to take the
4. Apply fundamental concepts to estimate loadings, survey site
Engineering Placement Tests in their first trimester of study.
conditions, and assess reliability in the design and performance of
Learning Outcomes structures that comply with stipulated codes and standards.
Upon successful completion of the major in Civil Engineering, 5. Plan construction projects, taking into account environmental
graduates of this major will be able to: impact, and availability of building materials, machinery, and
labour.
1. Demonstrate a comprehensive knowledge and understanding of
6. Evaluate the engineering properties of soils and rocks, and employ
the engineering principles underpinning structures, water
suitable ground management techniques to establish stable
engineering, construction materials, geotechnics, and surveying
conditions for infrastructure and to mitigate natural hazards.
CAPSTONE
CHEM103 (6CP) Pre-req: Completed ENGG452 (12CP)
Introductory CIVL361 (6CP)
ENGG103 (6CP) at least 96CP Thesis A
Chemistry for Geo-mechanics
Materials in Design Pre-req:
Engineers Completed 120CP
with a WAM of
65 or above
STAT291 (3CP) CIVL322 (6CP) CIVL314 (6CP)
ENGG102 (6CP) CIVL272 (6CP)
Engineering Hydraulics and Structural Design 2 CIVL444 (6CP)
MATH142 (6CP) Fundamentals of Surveying
Statistics Hydrology Pre-req: CIVL311 Engineering Design
Engineering
Winter
CIVL245 (6CP)
Elective 1 (6CP) Elective 2 (6CP)
Construction
CIVL201 (6CP) CIVL462 (6CP) From list of From list of
ENGG100 (6CP) Materials
Spring
ARTS317 (6CP) INE 301 (6CP) ARA 101/ARA 102 CIVL463 (6CP) CIVL454 (6CP) ENVE420 (6CP) Core
General
Education
Muslim Societies Innovation & (6CP) Applied Geotechnical Structures 2 Water Resources
Technical
MATH141 (6CP) MATH291 (3CP) ENGG251 (6CP) MECH321 (6CP) MECH341 (6CP) ENGG461 (6CP)
ENGG105 (6CP)
Autumn
CAPSTONE
CHEM103 (6CP) Pre-req: MECH252 Pre-req: Completed
MECH382 (6CP) ENGG452 (12CP)
Introductory or MATH202 at least 96CP
ENGG103 (6CP) Manufacturing Thesis A
Chemistry for
Materials in Design Engineering Pre-req:
Engineers
Principles Completed 120CP
Pre-req: ENGG103 with a WAM of
65 or above
STAT291 (3CP) MECH311 (6CP) MECH343 (6CP)
ENGG102 (6CP) MECH203 (0CP) Mechanical
Engineering Heat Transfer &
MATH142 (6CP) Fundamentals of Mechanical Engineering
Statistics Aerodynamics
Engineering Workshop Practice
Winter
ARTS317 (6CP) INE 301 (6CP) ARA 101/ARA 102 MECH482 (6CP) ECTE471 (6CP)
General Special Topics in Robotics and Flexible Core
Muslim Societies Innovation & (6CP)
Technical Elective
Education Automation
Across the Ages Entrepreneurship Arabic Language Mechanical
Engineering 2 Pre-req: MATH291 and Elective
GEOG222 STAT291 MECH489 (6CP)
OR OR OR
IRAE135 (6CP) PUBH115 Engineering Asset
(6CP) URBS103 (6CP)
UAE and International (6CP) MECH474 (6CP) MECH431 (6CP) Management
Society and Urban Sociology
Relations Public Health
Environment Reliability Engineering Computational Fluid
Dynamics
The Bachelor of Engineering (Honours) in Mechatronics is designed to prepare graduates with skills in developing smart systems, technology
and products. Graduates will learn specific systems and design skills, knowledge in mechanical, electrical and software engineering that are
underpinned by strong mathematical and analytic skills, and also on how to apply these skills to design smart systems that are now becoming
economical such as in robotics, advanced manufacturing, autonomous vehicles and drones.
Degree Requirements 3. Communicate clearly and coherently in writing to a range of
audiences, with an ability to integrate knowledge, research, data,
To qualify for award of the degree of Bachelor of Engineering
analysis and critical evaluation.
(Mechatronic), a candidate shall accrue an aggregate of at least 192
4. Communicate verbally to a range of audiences using appropriate
Credit Points (cp) as provided in the structure below. Students are
language in presentations, consultation and negotiation
also required to accrue an overall weighted average mark (WAM) of
5. Work productively as part of a team with the capacity for leadership,
50%. This degree requirement is only applicable to students joining
recognizing the roles, responsibilities and accountabilities of team
Autumn 2021 intake and onwards.
members.
All Bachelor of Engineering students are required to take the
6. Initiate research and projects, and apply problem solving and critical
Engineering Placement Tests in their first trimester of study.
thinking strategies to develop innovative solutions to complex
Learning Outcomes engineering problems.
Upon successful completion of the major in Mechatronic 7. Show respect for the views, values and culture of others in settings
Engineering, graduates of this major will be able to: involving a range of stakeholders and consider alternate
perspectives in design and project management
1. Demonstrates the ability to discern, interpret and evaluate
8. Appreciate the importance of sustainable engineering design, and
disciplinary literature independently, to support an argument or
seek to maximize positive social and environmental outcomes in
strategy.
engineering design, practice and development
2. Apply Engineering knowledge & Skills to practical problems and
adopt a professional approach to decision making.
MATH141 (6CP) MATH291 (3CP) ENGG251 (6CP) MECH382 (6CP) ENGG461 (6CP)
ENGG105 (6CP) ECTE233 (6CP)
Autumn
CAPSTONE
ENGG103 (6CP) Programming for at least 96CP ECTE498 (12CP)
Materials in Design Engineers ECTE351 (12CP) Thesis A
Pre-req: ENGG100 Engineering Design Pre-req:
and Management 3 Completion of
Pre-req: ENGG104, 120CP
STAT291 (3CP) ECTE250, CSCI291
ENGG102 (6CP) MECH203 (0CP) & ECTE233
Engineering
MATH142 (6CP) Fundamentals of Mechanical ECTE344 (6CP)
Statistics ECTE333 (6CP) ECTE471 (6CP)
Engineering Workshop Practice
Winter
ECTE203 (6CP)
Digital Signal MECH311 (6CP) ECTE212 (6CP) Elective 1 (6CP)
Mechanical Electronics From list of Technical MECH470 (6CP)
ENGG100 (6CP) ENGG252 (6CP) Processing
Applied topics in
Spring
The Master of Engineering Management (MEM) aims at Engineers who see their careers progressing into management. The program provides a very
strong grounding in current management thinking that is applicable to the engineering and manufacturing industries. The MEM program focuses on
the need for students to acquire and demonstrate a command of creative, analytical and conceptual skills and challenges the student to analyse,
diagnose and execute strategic judgments across all engineering functions. Graduates of this program will become empowered to work in teams and
understand managers from other disciplines including finance, human resources and marketing.
Degree Requirements
Candidates are required to complete 60cp (9 subjects) comprising of compulsory core subjects including 12cp final-year Dissertation and three (3)
elective subjects to be selected from the approved subjects provided each session. Students who have previously completed either a relevant 4-year
Undergraduate program without a research component or a relevant 3-year Undergraduate program are required to accrue 72 credit points (i.e.
additional 12cp of electives upon consultation with the Program Director).
There are two entry levels to the Master of Engineering Management program. If the student has completed a three-year undergraduate degree
program, or a four-year program without a research component, they will enter the MEM at the foundation level. This will involve taking two
engineering subjects prior to starting out on the main program. If the student has completed a four-year degree that included a research component,
they will enter directly onto the main program.
CAPSTONE
ENGG951 (6CP) ENGG940 (12CP)
ENGG939 (6CP)
Engineering Project ENGG953 (6CP) Dissertation
Engineering Logistics
Management Modelling of
CORE
Engineering
ENGG954 (6CP) Management
ENGG956 (6CP)
Strategic Systems Any 900-level subject
ELECTIVES
Financial
Management for of at least 18CP as
Management for
Engineers and approved by the
Engineered Assets
Technologists Faculty
ENGG961 (6CP)
MDT 902 (6CP) MBAS902 (6CP) ENTR903 (6CP)
Systems Reliability OPS 910 (6CP)
Cloud foundations & Techniques and Tools Business Innovation
Engineering Supply Chain Analytics
architecting for Business Analytics Plan
ENGG960 (6CP)
Maintenance MDT 905 (6CP) OPS 911 (6CP) ENTR904 (6CP)
Data Science MBAS903 (6CP) Contemporary
Requirement Analysis Strategic Procurement
Practitioner Business Analytics for Leadership Skills for
Management
ENGG941 (6CP) Economic and Market Entrepreneurs
Sustainability for MDT 903 (6CP) Environments
OPS 928 (6CP) MARK956 (6CP)
Engineers, Scientists Artificial Intelligence
Logistics Systems Developing and
and Professionals Practitioner MBAS904 (6CP)
Marketing New
MDT 916 (6CP) Business Analytics for
Products and Services
Business Process Services and
Management & Operations
ENGG950 (6CP)
Automation Innovation and Design
KEY CONTACTS
Head of School Program Leader (MIR)
Dr Feras Hamza Dr William Gueraiche
Location: UOWD Campus Location: UOWD Campus
P: +9714 2781925 P: +9714 278 1999
E: FerasHamza@uowdubai.ac.ae E: WilliamGueraiche@uowdubai.ac.ae
It is the responsibility of the student to review subjects scheduled to be offered in each trimester and ensure that pre-
requisites are completed to plan a smooth completion of their degree. In order to avoid exam and lecture clashes,
students are required to check the lecture and exam timetables prior to enrolment. Students must meet with their
advisors to plan their optimal study plan based on both academic and individual requirements.
• A candidate shall accrue an aggregate of at least 144 credit points (cp) which includes 48cp of major, 48cp of core subjects and 48cp of
General Electives.
• In addition, 18cp of General Education subjects also needs to be completed, which may be considered as electives from Business/General
Schedule.
• Students who have completed University Freshman Year, would require completing only ARTS317.
• Students should ensure that no more than 60 credit points shall be from 100 level subjects
• Placement tests will be conducted in ARA101 and ARA102 at the start of the trimester.
Major Core Major Elective
Digital and social media 48cp 48cp 48cp
Screen Media Production 48cp 48cp 48cp
Marketing Communications and Advertising 48cp 54cp 42cp
Visual Communication and Design 48cp 48cp 48cp
The following provides the requirements for each of the specialisation within the Bachelor of Communication and Media program.
Elective 6 (6CP)
BCM 114 (6CP) Elective 1 (6CP) Major 2 (6CP) Major 3 (6CP) Major 7 (6CP) Major 8 (6CP)
Major 1 (6CP) Major 4 (6CP) Elective Subject
Making Media Elective Subject
ARTS317 (6CP) ARA 101/ARA IRAE135(6CP) OR GEOG222 (6CP) OR PUBH115 (6CP) OR URBS103 (6CP)
General Muslim Societies 102 (6CP) UAE and International Society and
Public Health Urban Sociology
Education Across the Ages Arabic Language Relations Environment
The Bachelor of Nursing (Conversion) provides nurses with a 3. Demonstrate a critical awareness of knowledge, skills and
certificate/diploma with the opportunity to upgrade their behaviours commensurate with improvements in practice.
qualifications to a Bachelor’s degree level. Students opting for this
4. Find and evaluate information using a variety of sources and
program will evaluate and apply concepts drawn from nursing
technology.
theory and research to professional practice; demonstrate an
increased awareness of the effects of cultural, social, economic, 5. Formulate arguments and communicate relevant information
legal and ethical influences on the development of the nursing effectively orally and in writing.
profession; and demonstrate competencies that enable health
professionals to accept responsibility for a more complex level of
client management. BACHELOR OF NURSING (CONVERSION)
Learning Outcomes NMIH102 (6CP) NMIH105 (6CP)
NMIH108 (6CP)
Introduction to
Patterns of Knowing Primary Health Care
Upon successful completion of the Bachelor of Nursing Health Behaviour
in Nursing Nursing
Change
(Conversion), graduates will be able to:
NMIH205 (6CP)
NMIH204 (6CP) NMIH206 (6CP)
Cultural Competence
1. Evaluate knowledge, skills and behaviours for the provision of Reflection and
in Health Care Therapeutics in
Practice Nursing
CORE
safe and effective nursing care for individuals, families and Practice
The program in Educational Studies is designed for people from a 3. Design assessment tools and tasks that allow for interpretation
range of backgrounds and at different stages in their career. It of data and reflection on the impact of teaching on learning
provides advanced professionally oriented studies for practicing outcomes.
educators, and aims to meet the needs and in-service requirements
4. Implement appropriate instruction, assessment, and
of both teachers and administrators. The program is academically-
management practices to create and support effective inclusive-
oriented and provides broad advanced knowledge and expertise in
learning environment.
the field of education with the aim to improve educational practice.
5. Apply the skills and knowledge of teaching and learning
Learning Outcomes
strategies to make informed judgments for improving
Upon successful completion of the Master of Educational Studies professional practices in the classroom or a professional setting.
program, graduates will be able to:
6. Interpret data to effectively communicate the complexity of
1. Demonstrate an advanced understanding of theory and practice factors that influence learning to students, parents, and peers.
within the field of education in national and international
7. Conduct independent research and reflect critically on the ways
contexts.
in which educational theory and research inform teaching
2. Implement relevant technical knowledge in curriculum design, practice.
pedagogy and new technologies to engage students in learning.
EDGP920 (6CP)
EDGP940 (6CP)
TRACK OPTION A
Practicum in a School
TRACK OPTION B
TRACK OPTION C
Internship in a Non- EDGZ910
Setting
School Setting (12CP)
Pre-req: 30CP
Major
Research
EDGZ906 (6CP)
EDGZ906 (6CP) Project in
Minor Research
Minor Research Education
Project in
Project in Education
Education
CORE
Practices
MGNT942 (6CP)
MARK940 (6CP) MARK980 (6CP)
Insights into
Marketing Strategic Brand
Innovation and
Communications Management
Entrepreneurship
MGNT978 (6CP)
Cross Cultural
Management
The Master of International Studies is a comprehensive program designed to provide background and theoretical approaches to understanding
the relationships between nations and regions in areas such as globalization, diplomacy, economics, history, development, labour, culture,
environment and security. Emphasis is placed on applying theories to practical problems in the greater Middle East and learning how to create
policies that make sense in terms of local and regional historical and cultural background. Graduates of the program will be prepared to deal
with problems relating to international issues that affect the UAE, the GCC, and the Middle East and South Asia region.
Learning Outcomes
Upon successful completion of the Master of International Studies, students will be able to:
1. Communicate expert knowledge of critical International Relations issues and related global debates to diverse constituencies.
2. Develop specialised knowledge of international and transnational processes and global challenges by synthesizing multidisciplinary sources
and complex information.
3. Analyse critically a range of global political, social, economic and environmental issues using key theories from the disciplines subsumed by
the broad field of International Relations.
4. Apply advanced research skills and methods to demonstrate critical knowledge of specialised areas within International Relations and produce
a substantial piece academic writing.
AND
AND International Studies
Any 900-level subject Any 900-level subject
of at least 18CP as of at least 6CP as
approved by the approved by the
Depending on the choice of research capstone, students Faculty
Faculty will be required to take electives worth 6/18 credit points
MIR 913 (6CP) MIR 914 (6CP) MIR 943 (6CP) MIR 963(6CP)
Issues in International Current Dilemmas in Globalization and Terrorism &
Relations (Peace, International Relations Citizenship Counterterrorism
Conflict, Conflict (Geopolitics of the
Resolution) Extended Middle East)
MIR 964 (6CP)
ELECTIVES
SMAH918 (6CP)
SNPG923 (6CP) SMAH917 (6CP)
Emotional Intelligence for
Legal and Professional Issues Leading Change in Healthcare
Leaders
RESH905 (6CP)
Preliminary Research Project
UNDERGRADUATES
Subject Code Subject Name Autumn Winter Spring Autumn
2023 2024 2024 2024
ACCY121 Accounting for Decision Making Y Y Y
ACCY122 Accounting Principles Y Y Y
ACCY200 Financial Accounting II A Y
ACCY201 Financial Accounting II B Y Y
ACCY211 Management Accounting II Y
ACCY231 Information Systems in Accounting Y
ACCY305 Financial Accounting III Y
ACCY312 Management Accounting III Y Y
ACCY328 International Taxation Y
ACCY342 Auditing and Assurance Services Y
ARA 101 Arabic for Beginners 1A Y Y Y Y
ARA 102 Arabic for Elementary level users Y Y Y
ARTS317 Muslim Societies across the Ages Y Y
BALA201 Introduction to Business Analytics Y
BALA202 Big Data and Visual Analytics for Business Y
BALA301 Emerging Techniques and Tools in Business Analytics Y
BALA302 Business Analytics Industry Project Y
BCM110 Introduction to Communication and Media Y Y Y
BCM111 Global Media and Culture Y
BCM112 Emergent Media Y
BCM113 Media Ethics & Law Y
BCM114 Making Media Y Y
BCM115 Intro to Screen Media Y
BCM116 Introduction to Immersive Media Y
BCM206 Future Networks Y
BCM212 Understanding Research Practice Y
BCM214 Digital and Social Innovation Y
BCM215 Game Media Y Y
BCM216 Transmedia Story Telling Y Y
BCM217 Documentary Y
ACCY
ARA
ARTS
BALA
BCM
BUS
BUS/COMM
CHEM
CIVL272 Surveying
Number of Hours (L-4, Lab-3)
Basic concepts - Australian map grid, Integrated survey grid, Australian height datum, control surveys, locating position,
errors in measurement, units in surveying and significant figures. Measuring distances, reduced levels and angles.
Determining position - traversing, global positioning systems and plane rectangular coordinates. Earthworks and
volumes. Setting out - basic procedures, setting out curves, trenches, sewers, buildings and slope stakes for road grade.
Introduction to underground surveying. Computer assisted data reduction. In addition to theoretical instruction,
fieldwork assignments will be undertaken in electromagnetic distance measurement, traversing, levelling, curve ranging,
staking a slope, and, for mining students, practical surveying in an underground environment.
CIVL352 Structures 1
Pre – Requisites ENGG251
Number of Hours (L-3)
Statically determinate and indeterminate trusses, beams and frames. Deflection of trusses, beams and frames. Flexibility
and stiffness methods. Moment distribution. Influence lines.
CIVL361 Geomechanics
Number of Hours (L-3, T-2)
Soils and rocks - differences and similarities; cohesionless and cohesive soils; behaviour of intact and jointed rock masses;
weight-volume relationships; particle size distribution; index properties of soils; soil classification; soil compaction and
compressibility; mechanical properties of rock. Some topics will be presented in a laboratory environment. Pore water
pressures and effective stress concept; permeability of soil and hydraulic properties of rock masses; groundwater flow;
seepage theory; flow nets. Shear strength of soils and rock masses, total and effective stress parameters, Mohr-Coulomb
criterion; Hoek and Brown failure; sliding on planes of weakness. Application of elastic theory for calculating stresses and
displacements within soil or rock masses. Stability analysis of soil and rock slopes; stabilisation methods.
CIVL394 Construction
Number of Hours (L-3, T-2)
The subject is designed to provide students with detailed knowledge of construction with regard to both surface and
underground structures, including construction techniques, stability and maintenance aspects. The following subject
material will be covered: Plant and equipment in Civil Engineering practice; Construction processes and quality control;
Tunnelling in soft ground and rock; Coffer dams and caissons; Harbour works; Dewatering and grouting methods;
Performance monitoring and observational design; underpinning and restoration techniques; formwork and scaffolding.
The lectures and tutorials will be complemented with practical project work and a field trip.
CIVL454 Structures 2
Number of Hours (L-3, T-2)
CSCI
CSCI350 Internship
Number of Hours (L-0.5)
The core of the internship program is a six to eight weeks period of work placement spent in supervised work in
environment-related work during the summer. The summer internship is not compulsory and when carried out as per
the regulation of the College of Informatics and Computer Science can be counted as one of the elective courses only, so
it cannot substitute for any required course. While the precise nature of internship will vary considerably, students will
normally gain experience in some of the following areas: Software/hardware analysis, design, development and testing;
The use and application of Software/Hardware tools in the design, development and implementation of problem
solutions; Database design and development; Database implementation and maintenance; Installation and testing of
CSIT
CSIT302 Cybersecurity
Pre-Requisite CSIT127 and 12cp at 100-level of CSIT
Number of Hours (L-2, Lab-2)
Cybersecurity is a global issue that knows no boundaries and affects national security, businesses and individuals alike.
Students in this subject will be introduced to the broad area of cybersecurity in conjunction with issues related to
cybersecurity. Among others, topics covered in this subject will include cyber threats and attacks, mobile security threats
and malware, cloud security, security testing, digital forensics, cybercrime, and trusted computing.
CSIT321 Project
Pre – Requisites CSIT214/ CSCI311 and 18 credit points, 200 level CSIT/CSCI/ISIT
Number of Hours (L-3)
ECON
ECTE
ECTE212 Electronics
Pre – Requisites ENGG104
Number of Hours (L-3, T-1, Lab-3)
This subject aims to provide students with an opportunity to develop an understanding of electronic circuit design using
operational amplifiers as the building blocks and with an ability to analyse circuits using conventional methods. Topics
covered include: the use of operational amplifiers in circuits e.g. inverting and non-inverting amplifiers, small signal (unity
bandwidth and gain-bandwidth product) and large signal (slew rate) frequency response of non-ideal operational
amplifiers in inverting and non-inverting configurations; adders, filters/oscillators, instrumentation amplifiers,
comparators, rectifiers, clippers, Analog to Digital and Digital to Analog circuits; the terminal characteristics of devices
and their use in linear (amplifiers) and non-linear circuits e.g. biasing and ac models (low and high frequency,
characterising amplifiers, the Miller Effect and Miller Multiplier for the case of transistor circuits) for operational
amplifiers and discrete circuit transistors, diodes/Zener diodes, transistors (MOSFETs, BJTs - including large signal Ebers-
Moll Model); integrated transistor circuits for MOSFETs using active loads; combining devices into amplifiers e.g.
differential pairs, cascode and Darlington connections, Szlikai pairs, current sources and mirrors, push-pull; high
frequency amplification and appropriate equivalent circuit models.
ECTE456 Thesis A
Pre-Requisite Completion of 120cps
Number of Hours (L-1)
In this subject student will be required to work on individual projects which may involve background reading and analysis;
development of hardware, software or an experimental program; or simulation and analysis. It will involve weekly tutorial
sessions, presentation of project outcomes and writing of technical reports. This subject provides students that have
demonstrated a capacity to undertake high-quality, independent project work to further develop these skills.
ECTE498 Thesis A
Pre-Requisite Completion of 120cps
Number of Hours (L-3) – lecture teaching on 1st trimester of subject
In this subject students will be required to work on individual projects which may involve background reading and
analysis; development of hardware, software or an experimental program; or simulation and analysis. It will involve
weekly tutorial sessions, presentation of project outcomes and writing of technical reports. This subject provides students
that have demonstrated a capacity to undertake high-quality, independent project work to further develop these skills.
ESSC
EESC252 Geology for Engineers 1
Number of Hours (L-3, Lab-3)
This subject provides an introduction to geology applied to engineering. Topics include rock-forming minerals; petrology
and physical properties of igneous, sedimentary and metamorphic rocks; weathering and erosion; basic geological
structures and identification of unstable rock masses; geological mapping and three-point problems; geological controls
on groundwater flow and chemistry; geophysics; site investigations; and the relationship between geology and various
engineering works such as excavations, tunnels, dams and foundations.
ENGG
ENGG452 Thesis A
Pre – Requisites Completion of 120cps, with a weighted average mark of 65 or above
Number of Hours (L-3) – lecture teaching on 1st trimester of subject
All students must complete a 12 credit point thesis (ENGG452) normally over a period of two sessions - though Scholars
Program students may elect to take ENGG453. Students are expected to spend at least 336 hours on the 12 credit point
thesis. The thesis is a core element of the degree in each engineering course. The knowledge and skills acquired in the
design, experimentation, analysis, management and communications aspects of the course are brought together in an
individual project undertaken by the student under the guidance of an academic supervisor. Individual disciplines will
advise further requirements at the start of the thesis.
ENVE
FIN
GEOG
INE
INE 301 Fundamentals of Innovation and Entrepreneurship
Number of Hours (L-3, T-1)
This course is a Stanford-informed approach to learning innovation and entrepreneurship that can be applied to any high-
growth enterprise or other organisation in the UAE. The class is composed of three modules: - Module 1: Design Thinking
- Module 2: Entrepreneurship - Module 3: Growth and Leadership The course is optimised for a class size of 20 to 40
students and is appropriate for undergraduate students at a third year level or advanced second year level. Each session
could include a mix of the following components: lecture, discussion, an interactive activity in class, and open Q&A if an
appropriate expert or guest speaker is available. The session descriptions below contain a summary of the class, a list of
the readings and videos to watch before class, and a set of study questions to contemplate beforehand and to be used
in class discussion
INFO
ISIT
IRAE
LANG
MARK
MATH
MECH
MGNT
NMHIH
OPS
PHY
PUBH
PUBH115 Public Health
Number of Hours: (L-2, T-2)
This course will introduce Public Health as an interdisciplinary science concerned with topics central to the population of
U.A.E and on a wider scale of GCC region with regard to their physical, mental, and social well-being. The course will focus
on current pertinent public health problems, assessing causation and examining intervention and management strategies
at personal, social, and organizational levels.
STAT
URBS
VCD
BUS
CIVL
CSIT
ECON
EDG
EDMS
ENG
ENGG
ENGG940 Dissertation
Number of Hours (L-4)
The aim of this subject is to provide students an opportunity to learn and apply communication and technical research
skills to justify and interpret theoretical propositions, methodologies, conclusions and professional decisions to specialist
and non-specialist audiences. In addition to demonstrating the skills and knowledge required to plan and execute a
substantial research-based project, capstone experience and/or piece of scholarship.
ENTR
FIN
GEMLUX
This module will expose students to the core areas of luxury distribution, and the most important theories, concepts,
models and tools applied by practitioners and academics in order to identify, analyse, design and evaluation diverse
solutions in this area.
INFO
ISIT
The principle purpose of architecture is to translate strategy into infrastructure. An architecture provides a blueprint for
translating business strategy into a plan for IS. An infrastructure is everything that supports the flow and processing of
information in an organisation, including hardware, software, data, network components and their supporting staff and
facilities from the application level to the inter-organisational level. This subject includes an exploration of enterprise
architecture concepts, case studies and frameworks.
MARK
MBA
MBAS
MDT
MIR
The modern Middle East is a diverse geographical and political constellation of societies that seem at once committed to
Euro American modernities, and yet resistant and reactionary to many of the deeper values that underlie these
modernities. This complexity might be explained by the legacy of ‘Islamic society’ in the region, the region’s political re-
organisation into 20th century nation-states, its inability to determine an entirely independent development given its
global geopolitical importance and its unevenly distributed natural resources. Thus, there seem to be differing types of
societies, some urban and ethnically and religiously heterogeneous, while others tribal and more obviously
homogeneous, and still others combining both. In order to understand social and cultural change, the impact of processes
of globalisation, issues about urbanism, class, youth, gender, and the nature of social movements and political space, one
needs a particular set of diagnostic tools. This course is concerned with the challenge to find such tools through history
and anthropology.
MMC
MMMB
OPS
RESH
RESH900 Fundamentals for HDR Writing
Number of Hours (L-4)
SMAH
SNPG
THES
ALUMNI
UOWD has a dedicated Alumni Office that works with the support of the University to extend the opportunities for
graduates to engage with University life. The Office promotes communication with and amongst alumni and supports the
creation of networks and leadership groups to advance the interests of the UOWD student and graduate community. The
Alumni Office also works collaboratively to implement programs that will allow its alumni to continue to learn throughout
their lifetime.
Obada Al Assistant Professor PhD in Electrical and Wireless communications and networking with
Khatib Information current emphasis on wireless signal processing,
Engineering - University IoT, machine learning for next-generation
of Sydney, Australia, wireless networks, unmanned aerial vehicles,
MEng National cloud and edge computing, and smart cities.
University of Malaysia,
BSc Qatar University
Dr. Rahim Assistant Professor • PhD (Mechatronics) Soft Robotics, Industry 4.0, Additive
Mutlu - Mechatronic • Master of Engineering Manufacturing
Engineering (Mechatronics)
• Bachelor of
Mechanical Engineering
• Bachelor of Business
Administration
Dr Abdellatif Associate Professor PhD Setif University, MA Quantitative research methods, econometrics
Tchantchane Arizona and computational math.
State University, BSc
Case Western Reserve
University
Dr Abdsamad Associate Professor PhD, The Queen's High performance computing using Field
Benkrid University of Programmable Gate Arrays (FPGAs), GPGPUs and
Belfast, BEng (Honours), multiprocessors platforms, digital signal
Ecole processing, Artificial Intelligence, robotics,
Nationale embedded systems, and development of
Polytechnique d’Alger, highlevel hardware description languages.
Algeria
Dr Assane Lo Associate Professor PhD MSc, University of PDE methods in mathematical physics and
Arizona, BSc, University statistical physics; control theory.
(UCAD) of Dakar
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UOWD has Memorandums of Understanding with a range of government and corporate entities. These
collaborative arrangements cover a broad range of operations, including:
▪ Academic associations: joint or collaborative research and study abroad agreements;
▪ Government and industry associations: collaboration, research activities, and professional development; and
▪ English language associations: delivery of tailored English language programs and assessments.
Faculty encourages collaboration with researchers in UOW and other international and local universities, which
is reflected in the number of joint external grants. In order to enhance these collaborations, the Faculty will be
exploring the establishment of Cooperative Agreements with other local and International universities for the
following benefits (including research collaborations) to students and faculty.
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