Hamad Bin Khalifa University (HBKU) Scholarship 2026 in Qatar

Applications are now open for the Hamad Bin Khalifa University (HBKU) Scholarship 2026 in Qatar. This prestigious and fully funded opportunity is available for both Qatari and international students who wish to pursue Master’s, PhD, and Law degree programs at HBKU, one of the leading universities in the Middle East.

The HBKU Scholarship is one of the most popular scholarships in Qatar, providing full financial support, monthly stipends, and additional benefits to outstanding students. To be considered, applicants must first secure admission to a graduate program at the university. After receiving admission, eligible students will be guided on the scholarship process.

Scholarship Overview

Host Country: Qatar
University: Hamad Bin Khalifa University (HBKU)
Degree Levels: Master’s, PhD, Law
Funding Type: Fully Funded
Application Deadlines:
- International Applicants: February 1, 2026
- Qatari Nationals: March 15, 2026

Financial Coverage

The HBKU Scholarship 2026 provides:

Monthly stipend for Bachelor’s, Master’s, and PhD students
Full tuition fee coverage
Accommodation (including family housing for married students)
Annual return airfare ticket
Research and academic support

Academic Fields Available at HBKU

HBKU offers a wide variety of programs across different colleges:

College of Islamic Studies

MA in Applied Islamic Ethics
MA in Islamic Art, Architecture, and Urbanism
MA in Islamic Studies
PhD in Islamic Finance and Economy
MSc in Islamic Finance
MA in Islam and Global Affairs

College of Humanities & Social Sciences

MA in Women, Society, and Development
MA in Intercultural Communication
MA in Digital Humanities and Societies
MA in Audiovisual Translation
MA in Translation Studies
PhD in Humanities and Social Sciences

College of Science & Engineering

BSc in Computer Engineering
MSc in Logistics and Supply Chain Management
MSc in Data Science and Engineering
MSc in Sustainable Energy
MSc in Cybersecurity
MSc in Sustainable Environment
MSc in Data Analytics in Health Management
MSc in Sport and Entertainment Management
PhD in Computer Science and Engineering
PhD in Logistics and Supply Chain Management
PhD in Sustainable Environment

College of Law

Juris Doctor (JD)
LLM in International Law and Foreign Affairs
LLM in International Economic and Business Law
Doctor of Juridical Science (SJD)

College of Health & Life Sciences

MSc in Biological and Biomedical Sciences
MSc in Genomics and Precision Medicine
MSc in Exercise Science
PhD in Genomics and Precision Medicine
PhD in Biological and Biomedical Sciences

College of Public Policy

Master of Public Policy
Master of Social Policy and Program Evaluation

Eligibility Criteria

Open to students from all nationalities.
Applicants must meet the academic and admission requirements of their chosen program.
Strong academic record is required.
English proficiency (IELTS/TOEFL) – IELTS One Skill Retake is accepted.

Required Documents

Applicants must prepare and submit: