Khalifa University PhD Scholarship 2026 in UAE (Fully Funded)

Applications are now open for the Khalifa University PhD Scholarship 2026 in the United Arab Emirates. The scholarship is available for both international students and UAE nationals seeking admission into PhD programs for the Spring 2026 intake.

This is a fully funded opportunity, covering tuition fees, airfare, accommodation, health insurance, monthly stipends, textbooks, and UAE visa application fees. It is one of the most prestigious scholarships in the UAE, offering students the chance to pursue advanced research at a world-class university.

Scholarship Overview

Host Country: United Arab Emirates
Host University: Khalifa University
Degree Level: PhD
Funding Type: Fully Funded
Intake: Spring 2026
Deadline: 15 September 2025

Financial Coverage

Successful applicants will receive:

Full tuition fee waiver
Free textbooks
On-campus accommodation
Medical insurance
Round-trip flight coverage
Visa application fee coverage

You can also explore other KU Graduate Scholarship types for additional funding options.

Available PhD Programs

College of Engineering & Physical Sciences

Chemistry
Earth Sciences
Physics
Aerospace Engineering
Chemical Engineering
Civil Engineering
Electrical Engineering
Engineering Systems and Management
Materials Science and Engineering
Mechanical Engineering
Nuclear Engineering
Petroleum Engineering

College of Computing & Mathematical Sciences

Mathematics
Computer Science
Computer and Information Engineering
Robotics

College of Medicine & Health Sciences

Biomedical Engineering
Biomedical Sciences
Molecular Life Sciences
Public Health

Eligibility Criteria

For Applicants with a Master’s Degree

Bachelor’s Degree: Relevant discipline, minimum CGPA 3.0/4.0 (or equivalent, e.g., Upper Second-Class UK honors).
Master’s Degree: Relevant discipline, minimum CGPA 3.25/4.0 (or equivalent).

For Direct PhD Applicants (without a Master’s Degree)

Bachelor’s Degree: Relevant discipline, minimum CGPA 3.5/4.0 (or equivalent).
GRE: Minimum quantitative score of 150 (taken at a test center; home edition not accepted). Must attempt all three sections.

English Proficiency Requirements