Host Country : United Arab Emirates (UAE)
Host City : Abu Dhabi
Scholarship Provider : Khalifa University of Science and Technology
Eligible Academic Levels :
Master’s Degree Programs for : various engineering and science disciplines
Ph.D. (Doctoral) Programs : across multiple engineering and science fields
Scholarship Overview :
Type of Scholarship : Fully funded postgraduate scholarship covering tuition and living expenses
Offered By : Khalifa University in Abu Dhabi
Application Process : Scholarship is automatically considered with admission application, no separate form required
Selection Criteria : Based on academic excellence and university’s strategic priorities
Admission Process : Competitive with limited number of scholarships available
Important Note : The university reserves the right to change scholarship terms without prior notice
Eligible Nationalities :
Open to applicants from : all countries worldwide without restrictions
Available Colleges and Programs :
College of Engineering :
Master’s Programs:
Aerospace Engineering
Space Systems and Technology
Biomedical Engineering
Chemical Engineering
Food Process Engineering and Technology
Civil and Infrastructure Engineering
Computational Data Science (New Program)
Computer Science with specialization in Artificial Intelligence
Cybersecurity
Electrical and Computer Engineering
Engineering Systems and Management
Materials Science and Engineering
Mechanical Engineering
Nuclear Engineering
Petroleum Engineering
Sustainable Critical Infrastructure
Water and Environmental Engineering
Health, Safety, and Environmental Engineering
Ph.D. Programs:
Aerospace Engineering
Biomedical Engineering
Chemical Engineering
Civil and Infrastructure Engineering
Electrical and Computer Engineering
Engineering Systems and Management
Materials Science and Engineering
Mechanical Engineering
Nuclear Engineering (Available only for UAE and Saudi nationals)
Petroleum Engineering
Robotics
College of Science :
Master’s Programs:
Applied Chemistry
Applied Mathematics (New)
Medical Physics (New)
Molecular Life Sciences (New)
Petroleum Geoscience
Master of Arts in International and Civil Security (Available for UAE nationals only)
Ph.D. Programs:
Chemistry
Earth Sciences
Mathematics
Molecular Life Sciences
Physics
Scholarship Benefits :
For Master’s Students:
Full tuition fee waiver
Free textbooks
Free on-campus accommodation for full-time international students
Comprehensive health insurance coverage
Annual round-trip airfare (subject to approval)
Coverage of UAE visa fees
For Ph.D. Students:
Full tuition coverage
Monthly stipend of AED 20,000
Additional monthly allowance up to : AED 20,000 depending on performance and approval
Free textbooks
Financial support for : attending international conferences
Comprehensive health insurance
Annual airfare tickets (subject to approval)
Full coverage of visa fees
Option for employment contract : after graduation based on university terms
Requirements and Documents :
- Admission criteria and required documents : vary depending on the chosen program Common documents include academic transcripts, CV, letters of recommendation, proof of language proficiency, and others
- Applicants should carefully review : program-specific requirements on the official Khalifa University website
How to Apply :
- Submit application online via the : Khalifa University official admissions portal
- No separate scholarship application is : necessary as it is automatically considered with admission
- Official Application Link
Application Deadline :
Applications are accepted on a rolling basis throughout the year with no fixed deadline
FAQs :
Who is eligible to apply for the Khalifa University Scholarship?
The scholarship is open to outstanding international students from all countries worldwide who wish to pursue a Master’s or Ph.D. degree at Khalifa University.
Do I need to submit a separate application for the scholarship?
No, scholarship consideration is automatic when you apply for admission. There is no separate scholarship application.
What does the scholarship cover?
The scholarship is fully funded, covering tuition fees, accommodation, health insurance, textbooks, annual airfare (subject to approval), and visa fees. Ph.D. students also receive a monthly stipend and additional allowances based on performance.
Which programs are included in the scholarship?
The scholarship covers a wide range of Master’s and Ph.D. programs mainly in Engineering and Science disciplines. Specific programs include Aerospace Engineering, Biomedical Engineering, Computer Science, Chemistry, Physics, and many others.