Masdar Institute Of Science And Technology

The Masdar Institute of Science and Technology (Masdar Institute) is a research-driven institute addressing issues of regional and global importance through a specialty in clean and renewable energy, water and environment, and sustainable technologies. The Institute is a part of Khalifa University of Science and Technology. In collaboration with the Massachusetts Institute of Technology (MIT), Masdar Institute has developed an academic and research platform that articulates its mission and vision according to critical energy and sustainability challenges. An important characteristic of Masdar Institute is its focus on complex real-world problems that require a multidisciplinary approach for the development of solutions from an integrated technology, systems and policy perspective. This multi-interdisciplinary and integrated approach is supported by the structure of its academic programs and by the emphasis placed on engaging external partners from industry, government, and other academic institutions in collaborative activities. Serving as a key pillar of innovation and human capital, Masdar Institute remains fundamental to Masdar’s core objectives of developing Abu Dhabi’s knowledge economy and finding solutions to humanity’s toughest challenges such as climate change. Masdar Institute integrates theory and practice to incubate a culture of innovation and entrepreneurship, working to develop the critical thinkers and leaders of tomorrow. With its world-class faculty and top-tier students, the Institute is committed to finding solutions to the challenges of clean energy and climate change through education and research. Masdar Institute offers degrees in: MSc Engineering Systems and Management MSc Computing and Information Science MSc Materials Science and Engineering MSc Mechanical Engineering MSc Water and Environmental Engineering MSc Microsystems Engineering MSc Electrical Power Engineering MSc Chemical Engineering MSc Sustainable Critical Infrastructure PhD in Interdisciplinary Engineering