Engineering provides students with more than just academic achievement; it opens doors to a reputable and robust international career. EMU’s global standing is reflected in its placement within the 611–620 band in the 2024 QS World University Rankings and between 601–800 band in the 2025 Times Higher Education (THE) rankings. These distinctions underscore EMU’s academic excellence, strong research capabilities, and extensive international partnerships.
“Only University from Northern Cyprus to Appear on Civil Engineering List”
EMU Department of Civil Engineering’s English-medium undergraduate program awarded with the world-renowned ABET (Accreditation Board for Engineering and Technology) accreditation offers an internationally recognized engineering training. Moreover, EMU is the only university from Northern Cyprus to appear on Civil Engineering list of ShanghaiRanking Global Academic Area Rankings for 2024.
Approved by YÖK
The programs of EMU Civil Engineering Department are accredited and recognized by the Republic of Türkiye’s Higher Education Council (YÖK), with the undergraduate program taught in Turkish fully equivalent for students from Türkiye. The department provides a diverse range of academic programs at both undergraduate and postgraduate levels. These include thesis and non-thesis master’s degrees, specialized programs in partnership with the University of Illinois, Chicago, and doctoral research opportunities, all of which provide students with a supportive environment for academic and scientific advancement.
“Mastering This Art at EMU Means Building a Strong Foundation for Your Future”
A statement issued by the Faculty and the Department reads as; “While providing academic training, EMU Department of Civil Engineering also provides direct support to the sector by the virtue of its contributions to construction supervision, design consultancy and public projects. Furthermore, the department drives innovative research through its master’s and doctoral programs, influencing both academic and industry developments. Students benefit from hands-on experience in state-of-the-art laboratories that cover all aspects of civil engineering, including structural, geotechnical, hydraulic, transportation, materials, geology, soil science, engineering mechanics, and geodesy. These resources significantly deepen the learning experience by bridging theory with practice. Civil engineering is more than just a career—it’s the art of shaping the world. At EMU, mastering this art means building a strong foundation for your future.”