The Electrical Engineering (EE) Department aims to serve the society by educating and inspiring future professionals in the various fields of electrical engineering by creating, applying, and disseminating vital knowledge and technology, and by leading the professional activities of academia, industry and government.
The Electrical Engineering department offers BSc degree in Electrical Engineering, MSc, and PhD programs.
The research conducted in the Electrical Engineering department is aligned with the 2030 Abu Dhabi strategic plan, which calls for diversification of the economy beyond oil and gas, by promoting innovation, entrepreneurship and spinoffs in the fields of semiconductor, energy, and ICT sectors, among others. EE faculty collaborate with the many research centers at the University on research related to robotics, semiconductors, etc. They also collaborate frequently with prestigious research laboratories around the world.
Obtaining a degree in electrical engineering opens the door to a wide range of job opportunities in various industries, including telecommunications, energy, and technology. This degree equips graduates with valuable skills in problem-solving and innovation, making them highly sought after by employers. Furthermore, the field often offers competitive salaries and potential for career advancement, thanks to the ongoing demand for skilled engineers in an increasingly technology-driven world.
The career options relevant to EE graduates include but are not limited to:
While working in various EE career tracks, EE graduates will be involved in the design, development, evaluation, and integration of:
The demand for EE graduates has been consistently growing in the
technological world we currently live in. They conceive, design, and build high-profile products and services that help improve and save lives through monitoring devices, surgical robots, artificial limbs, and lasers; help preserve the environment through hybrid electric vehicles, smart grid power distribution systems, and solar or wind power; improve the safety of critical high technology systems through anti-skid braking systems and nuclear power plant controls; reduce human toil in manufacturing through computer automation technologies.
EE is a dynamic field where new technologies are developed and integrated in our lives almost on a daily basis.
EE programs are ideal for people who are passionate for solving challenging problems with the aim of serving humanity. By undertaking an EE program, you could find yourself equipped to contribute immediately to one of the following technologies:
Emerging Areas of EE:
The Institute of Electrical and Electronics Engineers (IEEE) provides a list of emerging areas in electrical engineering and computer science.
EE Impact on Humans and Society:
Electrical Engineering has a significant impact on humans and society, through-:
Students in the EE department are encouraged to participate in curricular, co-curricular and social activities. The department has a well-established program student centric events, which are held regularly.
Student Chapters
Institute of Electrical and Electronics Engineers (IEEE)
IEEE is the world’s largest professional association dedicated to the advancing technological innovations for the benefit of humanity. For EE students, IEEE creates the appropriate environment for integration, communication, and collaboration on world changing technologies. For more information about the IEEE please visit www.ieee.org. Khalifa University has an active IEEE student chapter on campus.
IEEE-Eta Kappa Nu (Lambda Phi Chapter)
IEEE-Eta Kappa Nu (IEEE-HKN), the international electrical and computer engineering honor society of IEEE, is dedicated to encouraging and recognizing individual excellence in education and meritorious work, in professional practice, and in any of the areas within the IEEE-designated fields of interest. The organization currently has around 200 student chapters and several thousand members around the world. The Khalifa University Lamda Phi chapter, 235th is the first chapter in the UAE and the second one in the gulf region. For more information about this chapter, please visit https://hkn.ieee.org/hkn-chapters/all-chapters/lambda-phi-chapter/.
Student Competitions
Student competitions present an excellent opportunity for EE students to get engaged in real life projects where they learn how to design, implement and present complete systems that have significant relevance to the broader EE community. Some of the competitions our students participate in include:
Honor Societies, Professional Organizations, certification
The students in the EE department can utilize several specialized laboratory facilities to further their learning process. These include:
Many of the top international scientists within the EE field are women. Pioneering female electrical engineers include:
Further reading can be found on the IEEE Women in Engineering website and in the IEEE UAE Section.
Detailed admission guidelines can be found in the Undergraduate Admissions and Graduate Admissions sections.
Khalifa University
Main Campus, Building C
PO Box 127788
Abu Dhabi, UAE
EE Administrative Officer: Noha Hashim Al Katheeri: noha.alkatheeri@kfauae.com
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