University of Maryland

USA
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Bachelor

Fire Protection Engineering

Offered at University of Maryland, USA
DegreeBachelor
FieldBEng Fire Protection
Duration4 years
Tuition40254.00

Overview

Fire Protection Engineering is an interdisciplinary bachelor’s programme that combines core engineering fundamentals with fire science and safety engineering. You’ll learn how to analyse fire behaviour, design protection systems, and support safer buildings and industrial environments.

About this programme

Overview

Fire Protection Engineering is a comprehensive bachelor’s degree program that integrates fundamental engineering principles with the science of fire safety. Students will develop the skills to analyze fire behavior, design effective protection systems, and contribute to the creation of safer buildings and industrial spaces.

What you'll study

The curriculum is designed to blend core engineering sciences with specialized fire protection coursework. Students will first build a solid foundation in engineering before delving into fire safety and protection engineering topics.

Indicative course areas include:

  • Academic Writing
  • Engineering Design
  • General Physics: Mechanics and Particle Dynamics
  • Hot Topics in Fire
  • Thermodynamics
  • Fire Protection Fluid Mechanics

Typical academic progression:

  • Foundations: Courses in mathematics, physics, and chemistry to support technical analysis.
  • Fire-focused engineering science: Thermodynamics and heat transfer principles to understand fire dynamics and energy transfer.
  • Fire dynamics and protection systems: Fluid mechanics and related subjects applied to suppression systems and smoke management.
  • Design and communication: Engineering design projects and academic writing to enhance professional skills.

Capstone / final project: Please confirm if the program includes a thesis, capstone, or design project and the associated requirements.

Entry requirements

Admission criteria typically include a review of academic preparation and the overall strength of application materials. Specific GRE/GMAT scores and minimum GPA requirements are generally not listed.

English language proficiency requirements include:

  • Duolingo English Test: minimum score of 120
  • TOEFL iBT: minimum score of 95
  • IELTS: minimum score of 7.0

Note: Requirements may vary based on the applicant's profile. Please check with the university for the most current minimum scores.

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