Curtin University Dubai

Want to Engineer the Future?

Learn about Engineering Mechanics, Robotics, Thermodynamics, Fluid Mechanics and More.

Get at least 480 hours of professional practice and internships as part of your degree.

Scroll down to find out more about our programs and why Curtin University Dubai is the right choice for you.

Join a university that’s ranked in the top 1% in the world of Engineering.

Admissions are open for 2025.
Apply now and learn more about our entry requirements, scholarships, and flexible payment options.

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Curtin University Dubai

Want to Engineer the Future?

Learn about Engineering Mechanics, Robotics, Thermodynamics, Fluid Mechanics and More.

Get at least 480 hours of professional practice and internships as part of your degree.

Scroll down to find out more about our programs and why Curtin University Dubai is the right choice for you.

Join a university that’s ranked in the top 1% in the world of Engineering.

Admissions are open for 2025.
Apply now and learn more about our entry requirements, scholarships, and flexible payment options.

By submitting this form, I give my consent to Curtin University Dubai and its affiliates to utilise my data in accordance with its Privacy and Data Protection Policy.

Ranked in the top 1% of universities worldwide.

Curtin is ranked 174 globally by the highly regarded QS World University Rankings (QSWUR, 2025) and places in the top 1% of universities worldwide (ARWU 2024).

Curtin is ranked in the top 1% in the world in engineering in the highly regarded QS World University Rankings by Subject 2021.

Engineering Program at Curtin University Dubai

MECHANICAL ENGINEERING


Mechanical engineers design everything that is built to move. As a mechanical engineer you will learn about everything from testing the strength of materials to building robots. There are many subdisciplines within mechanical engineering that you can specialise in after graduation including aerospace engineering, automotive engineering, robotics, and nano-engineering.

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Mechanical Engineering

Course Structure

Year 1

  • Engineering Foundations – Principles and Communication
  • Calculus for Engineers
  • Engineering Materials
  • Electrical Systems
  • Engineering Programming
  • Engineering Connections
  • Engineering Mechanics
  • Engineering Foundations – Design and Process
  • Linear Algebra and Statistics for Engineers

Year 2

  • Engineering Graphics
  • Engineering Mathematics
  • Fluid Mechanics
  • Machine Dynamics
  • Fundamentals of Strength of Materials
  • Engineering Sustainable Development
  • Manufacturing Processes
  • Fundamentals of Mechanical Design
  • Fundamentals of Thermodynamics
  • Electrical Plant

Year 3

  • Fundamentals of Mechanical Vibration
  • Competitive Manufacturing Processes
  • Advanced Strength of Materials
  • Applied Thermodynamics and Heat Transfer
  • Linear Systems and Control
  • Engineering Management
  • Applied Fluid Mechanics
  • Machine Design

Year 4

  • Mechanical Engineering Research Project 1
  • Law for Engineers
  • Mechanical Engineering Research Project 2
  • Professional Engineering Practice

Admission Criteria
Admission to our Engineering program is by application and acceptance.

Entry Requirements

  • IB: 28 points or better
  • Australia: 80 ATAR
  • Indian Board: Average of 70% CBSE/ICSE | Average of 71% in HSC
  • USA High School Diploma: US High School Diploma and Grade Point of 6 required in AP Examinations: AP Calculus AB and AP Chemistry OR AP Physics 1 and AP Physics 2
  • UK GCE A-Levels: 8 points with pre requisites (Math, Physics or Chemistry)

English Proficiency Tests:

  • ELTS: 6.0 in each band, 6.0 overall
  • TOEFL - internet-based: 68 overall
  • PTE: total 50, no band less than 50

An engineering specific Foundation Program is available for those not meeting the direct entry requirements.

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Why choose engineering at Curtin?

480 HOURS OF PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCE

The faculty will assist you in accumulating 480 hours of suitable exposure to professional engineering practice (EPEP). This will help you attain your accreditation from Engineers Australia (EA) once you graduate with your Bachelor of Engineering (Honours) degree from Curtin.

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GRADUATE AS AN ACCREDITED ENGINEER

When you graduate, you’ll immediately fulfil the stage one competencies required by Engineers Australia for a professional engineer and will be able to work internationally. Australia is a signatory to the Washington Accord for the mutual recognition of engineers by many countries.

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STATE-OF-THE-ART LAB FACILITIES

You will have access to 3D Printers, Lathe Machines, Welding Equipment and much more as part of our State-of-the-Art Lab Facilities. All our equipment mirrors the exact same models and brands used in Curtin University Australia, providing you with the highest quality machinery.

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MAKE INDUSTRY CONNECTIONS

You will have opportunities to network with top employers in your chosen industry through advisory panel discussions and guest lectures. In your final year, you could even work on an industry research project with one of our partners.

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STUDENT MOBILITY

You will have full flexibility to move between our campuses in Australia, Dubai, and Malaysia. If you love to travel, you could study a semester abroad at one of our campuses with no additional tuition costs.

PROFESSIONAL SOCIETIES

The programs include opportunities to participate in various professional society activities including undertaking research backed funded projects for the advancement of technology. Curtin Dubai has established Student Branches and Learning Affiliates of ASHRAE, CIBSE, EI, and ASQ.

What Our Students Say

Melvin Jeyakumar
Bachelor of Engineering - Mechanical Engineering

I chose Curtin University as my father is an alumnus of Curtin University Perth. Growing up I was inspired by hearing stories of the memories my dad had as a student at Curtin. When it was time for me to decide about my university education, there was no second thought of any other institution but Curtin. I was further inspired knowing that Curtin University is a global university with a strong connection with industry, preparing job-ready graduates. Curtin is ranked high globally and is a university of choice for the many international students who attend their many campuses. 

When I completed my engineering foundation year, I saw an opportunity to transfer to Curtin Perth and continue with my engineering degree. The transition was seamless with little effort from me as a student. The student services at Curtin Dubai guided me with all the requirements for the transfer and liaised with Curtin Perth Student Services, to get my enrolment and other formalities in a quick time frame. On my part, I communicated with Curtin Dubai staff and provided all the necessary documents and information that they required. Before I departed from Dubai, I was lucky enough to meet some of the Curtin Perth staff who visited the Dubai campus. I received useful information to make my pre-departure effortless.  

Keerthana Dana Sekaran
Bachelor of Engineering - Mechanical Engineering
Vice-President & Former Representative - School of Engineering

I chose Curtin University Dubai due to its unique Curriculum with equal priority for practical and Industrial exposure. I was blown away by the lab facilities, research work conducted by student community and esteemed faculty of engineering school in the university. It sparked my passion seeing so many students achieving more, securing internships and constantly making tomorrow better. Curtin Dubai’s benevolent team offered support in making the right decision.