Engineering – October University for Modern Sciences and Arts

Celebrating Excellence in Computer Systems Engineering

Mariam Tarek — Mon, 31 Aug 2026 12:13:32 +0000

The Faculty of Engineering at October University for Modern Sciences and Arts (MSA), through the Computer Systems Engineering Department, is pleased to highlight the recognition of its top-achieving students and outstanding graduation projects in celebration of their dedication, creativity, and academic excellence.

The recognition reflects the department’s commitment to encouraging outstanding academic performance while fostering innovation, teamwork, and the development of high-quality engineering projects that address meaningful technical and practical challenges.

The students and graduation project teams were honoured by:

Prof. Dr. Nahed Sobhi — Dean, Faculty of Engineering
Dr. Samer Ibrahim — Head of the Computer Systems Engineering Department
Dr. Mokhtar Ahmed — Head of the Graduation Projects Committee

Through such recognition, the Computer Systems Engineering Department continues to support a learning environment that values achievement, practical innovation, and the application of engineering knowledge to real-world challenges.

MSA University congratulates all honoured students and graduation project teams on their achievements and wishes them continued success as they progress in their academic and professional journeys.

MSA Hosts the Junior Green Architect Workshop to Inspire the Next Generation of Sustainable Designers

Mariam Tarek — Mon, 17 Aug 2026 09:08:41 +0000

The Department of Architecture at the Faculty of Engineering, through ArchReach at October University For Modern Sciences And Arts (MSA), successfully organized the Junior Green Architect Workshop, welcoming school students aged 10–15 for an engaging educational experience focused on green architecture, sustainability, and environmental awareness.

Designed to introduce young learners to the fundamentals of sustainable design, the workshop combined interactive learning with hands-on activities that encouraged creativity, teamwork, and critical thinking while inspiring participants to explore the role of architecture in creating healthier communities.

The workshop began with a practical session organized in collaboration with the MSA Center of Earth, where students were introduced to clay as an environmentally friendly building material. Working collaboratively in small groups, participants explored the material’s properties before designing and creating their own clay pieces and miniature architectural models. This activity provided an enjoyable introduction to sustainable construction while fostering creativity, communication, and teamwork.

In the second part of the workshop, participants discovered the basic principles of sustainable architecture, exploring concepts such as green spaces, shading strategies, trees, natural elements, water features, and outdoor comfort. Through an interactive Campus Quest, students toured the MSA campus to identify real-life examples of sustainable design features integrated within the university environment.

Building on these observations, participants took part in a Campus Mapping Challenge, where they translated their findings into simple sketches and design ideas for greener, more comfortable outdoor spaces. The activity encouraged students to observe their surroundings through the eyes of young designers while developing problem-solving and spatial thinking skills.

The Junior Green Architect Workshop successfully combined architectural education, creativity, and sustainability in an enjoyable and interactive format. By encouraging participants to collaborate, think critically, and engage with their environment, the workshop highlighted the importance of sustainable design and empowered the next generation to contribute to building greener, healthier, and more resilient communities.

MSA University Students Successfully Complete International Summer School in France

Mariam Tarek — Tue, 28 Jul 2026 07:41:26 +0000

The Faculty of Engineering at October University for Modern Sciences and Arts (MSA), Department of Architecture, proudly congratulates its students on successfully completing the International Summer School: BIM for a Sustainable Future, hosted by CESI Nanterre Campus, France. The programme was organized and supervised by Dr. Shereen Abou Dagher, lecturer in Department of Architecture and organized by the Association des Ingénieurs Francophones en Égypte and Hub Within Agency. Over two intensive weeks, MSA University students joined participants from Thailand, Brazil, Pakistan, China, England, Ghana, and Kuwait in a multicultural learning environment focused on the challenges of the Ecological and Digital Transition, with emphasis on Building Information Modelling (BIM), Smart Cities, Eco-Districts, and Decarbonisation.

The programme combined academic lectures, collaborative project-based learning, and practical workshops, enabling students to develop their understanding of BIM and its applications in sustainable construction, and project planning. The experience also included technical visits to the Grand Paris Express Metro Line 18-3A Project and the ESPCI Paris Renovation Project, where students explored major infrastructure development, sustainable renovation strategies, and the integration of architecture and civil engineering in practice.

This achievement reflects MSA University commitment to providing internationally recognized learning opportunities that promote innovation, sustainability, and professional excellence, preparing students to become future leaders in the built environment.

MSA Students Win First Place at Manus AI Hackathon with ParkIt

Nouran Fawzy — Sat, 04 Jul 2026 07:42:58 +0000

MSA University proudly celebrates students Mahmoud Mohamed, Anas Mohamed, and Emran Salah, who secured first place at the Manus AI Hackathon in Cairo with ParkIt, an innovative marketplace designed to connect drivers searching for parking spaces with property owners who have unused private parking.

The challenge required teams to transform an idea into a functional product within only four hours and present it through a live demonstration, without relying on slides or theoretical concepts. The MSA team successfully delivered a deployed application that addressed a genuine urban challenge through engineering knowledge, entrepreneurial thinking, teamwork, and artificial intelligence.

Winning first place reflects the students’ ability to turn an ambitious concept into a working solution under pressure and represents the innovative spirit of MSA University’s Computer Systems Engineering community.

Faculty of Engineering Honors Excellence in Mechatronics Systems Engineering for the Ninth Consecutive Year

Nouran Fawzy — Wed, 01 Jul 2026 11:11:59 +0000

For the ninth consecutive year, the Mechatronics Systems Engineering Department at the Faculty of Engineering, MSA University, continues its distinguished tradition of recognizing excellence by honoring outstanding members of its academic community.

This year’s ceremony celebrated top-performing students from all academic years, in addition to recognizing students who have published scientific research papers. The Department also honored distinguished teaching assistants who published scientific papers or earned advanced academic degrees during the 2025/2026 academic year, in recognition of their valuable research and scholarly contributions.

The recognition extended beyond academic achievements to include outstanding administrative staff, acknowledging their dedication, professionalism, and significant role in supporting the Faculty’s continued growth and success.

The ceremony was honored by the presence of Prof. Dr. Nahed Sobhy, Dean of the Faculty of Engineering, whose continuous support reflects the Faculty’s commitment to fostering a culture of excellence and achievement.

The event also welcomed a distinguished delegation from the University of Greenwich, including Ms. Claire Warner, Director of International Partnerships; Dr. Yehdego Hebtey, Academic Link Coordinator; and Dr. Ahmed Amin, Academic Link Coordinator.

The ceremony was attended by faculty members and teaching assistants from the Mechatronics Systems Engineering Department (MSE), together with a large number of students. Their participation reflected the Department’s vibrant academic environment and underscored the importance of strengthening international academic collaboration and promoting knowledge exchange.

This annual recognition reaffirms the Faculty’s ongoing commitment to celebrating academic, research, and administrative excellence, while reinforcing the belief that outstanding achievement is the result of dedication, continuous collaboration, and a shared pursuit of excellence.

Industrial Hackathon MSA–Juhayna 2026 – Grand Finale & Awards Ceremony

Nouran Fawzy — Tue, 30 Jun 2026 09:18:26 +0000

The journey of Industrial Hackathon 2026 began with its official launch and announcement in April 2026, attended by Prof. Dr. Nader El-Bakly, President of MSA University, Dr. Engy Mansour, Vice Chairperson of the Board of Trustees, and Prof. Dr. Nahed Sobhy, Dean of the Faculty of Engineering. Their presence reflected the university’s commitment to fostering innovation, industry collaboration, and experiential learning for engineering students.

Today, we are proud to celebrate the successful conclusion of Industrial Hackathon 2026, a strategic initiative between Juhayna Food Industries and the Student Training Committee (STC), Faculty of Engineering, MSA University.

Over a challenging journey that extended for more than 8 weeks, 4 teams, each consisting of 5 students, competed to develop innovative and practical solutions to real industrial challenges. The hackathon provided a unique platform for students to apply their engineering knowledge, enhance their problem-solving capabilities, and gain valuable hands-on industry experience.

The participating teams were evaluated by distinguished industrial and academic experts, ensuring a professional, fair, and comprehensive assessment of their projects and presentations.

We are delighted to congratulate all participants and especially the two teams that achieved First Place in:

🏆 Industrial Engineering
🏆 Mechatronics Engineering

The creativity, dedication, teamwork, and technical excellence demonstrated throughout the competition were truly inspiring and reflected the outstanding potential of our future engineers.

We extend our sincere appreciation to Juhayna Food Industries, the Faculty of Engineering at MSA University, the Student Training Committee (STC), the academic supervisors, industrial mentors, judges, and organizers whose support and commitment made this event a great success.

We would also like to express our heartfelt gratitude to all faculty members and teaching assistants for their continuous guidance, scientific support, and technical mentorship throughout the competition. Their dedication to supporting the students, sharing their expertise, and helping teams overcome challenges played a vital role in enriching the learning experience and contributing to the success of this remarkable journey.

Congratulations to all participants on this remarkable achievement. We look forward to seeing these innovative ideas evolve into impactful industrial solutions and contribute to the advancement of engineering and industry in Egypt.

Dean and CSE Head Honour Staff and Students Behind Cybersecurity Initiative

Nouran Fawzy — Tue, 30 Jun 2026 07:37:38 +0000

The Computer Systems Engineering Department at MSA University held a special ceremony at the Dean’s Office to recognise the staff members and students who contributed to the success of the department’s cybersecurity workshops and activities. Prof. Dr. Nahed Sobhi, Dean of the Faculty of Engineering, and Dr. Samer Ibrahim, Head of the Computer Systems Engineering Department, honoured the contributors in the presence of Dr. Mona Farouk, Head of the Innovation Hub.

Eng. Hala Hamdy Hussein Gaber was honoured for delivering the soft skills workshop, while Eng. Dina Magdy Abd Elkader Elsayed was recognised for the networking sessions and Eng. Hussien Mostafa for the Kali Linux sessions. Student Ahmed Mohammed Elsayed Elsayed Soweilem Madkour was also honoured for initiating and coordinating the track, developing its materials and submission website, and supporting fellow students.

Students Abdulrahman ElKenany, Youssef Mohamed Sameh Hussein Saad Gabr, Raya Fouad Mohamed El Said Abdul Aziz, Hamza Ahmed Abbas Darwish Elkhouly, Mohamed Hany Saleh Ahmed, Mohamed Ahmed Mansour, Ahmed Khaled, and Kerollos Wael Loutfi were recognised for their performance in the Kali Linux and networking workshops. The ceremony highlighted the value of student-led initiatives and the Faculty’s commitment to recognising both academic contribution and practical achievement.

MSA University Showcases Engineering Innovation at “Bridge the Gap 2026” in the Presence of Senior Government and Industry Leaders

Nouran Fawzy — Sun, 28 Jun 2026 17:43:20 +0000

Under the patronage of H.E. Dr. Nawal El Degwi, Founder and Chairperson of the Board of Trustees of October University for Modern Sciences and Arts (MSA), H.E. Prof. Dr. Nader El-Bokle, President of the University, welcomed Prof. Dr. Hossam Osman, Deputy Minister of Higher Education and Scientific Research; Dr. Sherif Helmy, Chairman of the Nuclear Power Plants Authority; Eng. Abdel Raouf Abdallah, representative of H.E. the Minister of Military Production; a delegation of researchers from the Water Resources Research Institute; and representatives of leading public and private companies operating in the engineering sector.The visit took place in the presence of Prof. Dr. Nahed Sobhy, Dean of the Faculty of Engineering, alongside the Faculty Vice Deans, academic staff, and teaching assistants, as the Faculty of Engineering celebrated the third edition of its annual exhibition, “Bridge the Gap 2026”, held from 23 to 25 June 2026.H.E. the President of the University accompanied Prof. Dr. Hossam Osman and the distinguished guests on an inspection tour of the exhibition, where they viewed a selection of engineering projects presented by students.

The projects varied between practical applications and prototypes across several fields, including Mechatronics Engineering, Industrial Engineering, Computer Engineering, Communication Engineering, Architectural Engineering, and Civil Engineering.Prof. Dr. Hossam Osman expressed his great admiration for the advanced level demonstrated by the students in their projects, praising the creativity and innovation reflected in their ideas, which showed clear alignment with the latest global trends. He also affirmed that educational institutions are capable of graduating engineering calibers who can compete in both regional and international labor markets.The third edition of “Bridge the Gap 2026” reaffirms the philosophy on which the exhibition was founded: bridging the gap between theoretical knowledge and practical application.

The exhibition provides an interactive platform that brings together students and graduates with representatives of engineering companies and institutions to showcase their projects and discuss opportunities for cooperation and direct employment.
This year’s exhibition featured more than 50 graduation projects, distinguished by their diversity and applied depth, presented by final-year students from all departments of the Faculty.For his part, H.E. Prof. Dr. Nader El-Bokl, President of the University, emphasized that the exhibition represents one of the University’s strategic pillars in achieving academic and developmental excellence.

He stated: “We believe that engineering education is not complete unless it is connected to the realities of industry and the needs of society. Through this approach, we place our students before real challenges and prepare them to become leaders of change in their respective fields.”He further affirmed the University’s continued support for such events, which enhance the competitiveness of graduates and strengthen the University’s reputation locally and internationally.

The exhibition witnessed remarkable attendance from students and graduates, in addition to a distinguished group of senior officials and experts in the engineering field, reflecting the advanced position that MSA University holds in engineering education at both the local and international levels.

As part of the Bridge the Gap 2026 activities, the Mechatronics Systems Engineering Department also honored its outstanding students in recognition of their exceptional academic performance, innovative graduation projects, and active participation throughout the academic year. This recognition reflects the Department’s ongoing commitment to celebrating excellence and encouraging students to pursue innovation, research, and engineering leadership while strengthening the connection between academic achievement and industrial practice.

BRDIGE THE GAP - WORKSHOPS

Light Current Systems in the AI Era Workshop

Faculty of Engineering Concludes the 8th Annual Engineering Majors Orientation Day

Nouran Fawzy — Wed, 10 Jun 2026 09:32:11 +0000

The Faculty of Engineering at October University for Modern Sciences and Arts (MSA University) successfully concluded the 8th Annual Engineering Majors Orientation Day, an event designed to guide students in making informed decisions about their academic and professional pathways within the engineering field.

The event commenced with a presentation highlighting outstanding student teams from Physics I and Physics II, showcasing innovative projects and emphasizing the importance of creativity, collaboration, and teamwork in engineering education.

Students were then introduced to the Faculty’s Outstanding Hub and Centers of Excellence, where they learned about the diverse opportunities available for innovation, research, and professional development. Participants were also encouraged to engage in competitions and initiatives offered through the Innovators Support Fund, which aims to foster creativity and entrepreneurial thinking among students.

Throughout the day, faculty members from the various engineering departments delivered informative presentations on the University’s engineering majors, including Architectural Systems Engineering (ASE), Civil Engineering Systems (CES), Computer Systems Engineering (CSE), Electrical Communication and Electronic Systems Engineering (ESE), Industrial Systems Engineering (ISE), Mechatronics Systems Engineering (MSE). These sessions provided students with valuable insights into each discipline, career prospects, and emerging industry trends.

The event also offered students the opportunity to interact directly with academic staff, ask questions, and gain a deeper understanding of the educational and career pathways available within each major. Additional guidance was provided through the efforts of the MSA Students Training Committee (MSA STC), which highlighted training opportunities, industry partnerships, and the numerous cooperation protocols established between MSA University and leading national and international institutions.

The Orientation Day concluded with inspiring remarks and advice from Prof. Dr. Nahed Sobhi, Dean of the Faculty of Engineering, who encouraged students to pursue their passions, embrace continuous learning, and take full advantage of the academic and professional opportunities available throughout their educational journey at MSA University.

The annual Engineering Majors Orientation Day continues to serve as a valuable platform for empowering students, supporting informed academic choices, and preparing future engineers for successful careers in a rapidly evolving global marketplace.

MSA University Partners with The Hong Kong University of Science and Technology (Guangzhou) to Shape the Cities of Tomorrow.

Nouran Fawzy — Tue, 09 Jun 2026 08:00:25 +0000

Under the patronage of Dr. Nawal El Degwi, Chairperson of the Board of Trustees, and Prof. Dr. Nader El Bokle, President of MSA University, and in the presence of Dr. Engy Mansour, Vice Chairperson of the Board of Trustees, the Faculty of Engineering at MSA University signed a research collaboration agreement with the Society Hub of The Hong Kong University of Science and Technology (Guangzhou) – HKUST(GZ), reflecting the University’s commitment to strengthening international partnerships and advancing research, innovation, and knowledge exchange.

The agreement was signed on the sidelines of the international symposium:

“Human-Centred Urban Intelligence: AI, Spatial Intelligence, and Future Cities”

Representing the HKUST(GZ) Society Hub were Prof. Yang Yue, Associate Dean of the Society Hub, and Prof. Ge Lin Kan, Head of the Urban Governance and Design (UGD) Thrust, along with several faculty members, including Dr. Rui Cao, whose research focuses on spatial intelligence and urban data analytics; Dr. Wufan Zhao, specializing in artificial intelligence and smart city applications; Dr. Rushi Dai, specializing in urban governance and sustainable planning; Dr. Xiaofeng Liu, whose work centers on digital twins and intelligent urban systems; and Dr. Muzhi Zhou, specializing in urban design and sustainable development.

The agreement was signed on behalf of MSA University’s Faculty of Engineering by Prof. Nahed Sobhy, Dean of the Faculty of Engineering.

The event was also attended by several academic leaders and faculty members from MSA University, including Prof. Maysa Omar, Head of the Architectural Engineering Department; Prof. Mostafa Zaki, Head of the Mechatronics Engineering Department; Associate Prof. Samer Ibrahim, Head of the Computer Systems Engineering Department; Associate Prof. Nehal Amer; Dr. Tarek Galal, Chair of the Artificial Intelligence Committee; and Associate Prof. May Ebaid, Academic Coordinator of the collaboration agreement between the two institutions. The event was further attended by Prof. Ahmed Diaa El-Din, Head of the Communications Engineering Department; Associate Prof. Emad Helal, Head of the Civil Engineering Department; together with a distinguished group of researchers and faculty members from across the Faculty of Engineering.

The agreement aims to strengthen research collaboration, promote the exchange of researchers and students, and support joint projects that drive innovation and address societal challenges.

This collaboration supports Egypt Vision 2030 and reinforces MSA University’s commitment to advancing research, innovation, and international partnerships that contribute to building smart and sustainable communities.