The Doha Institute for Graduate Studies Scholarship 2027 offers international and Qatari students the opportunity to pursue Master’s and PhD programs in Qatar with comprehensive financial support.
The Doha Institute for Graduate Studies (DI) is a higher education institution based in Doha, Qatar. Each year, the Institute offers several scholarship options to attract talented students from Qatar and around the world.
The scholarships can cover tuition fees, accommodation, monthly stipends, health insurance and travel expenses, depending on the scholarship category.
Applicants who completed a previous degree at an institution where English was the primary language of instruction may be eligible for an English-language test exemption.
Scholarship Details
- Host Country: Qatar
- Institution: Doha Institute for Graduate Studies
- Degree Level: Master’s and PhD
- Eligible Applicants: Qatari and international students
- Financial Coverage: Fully funded / partial funding depending on scholarship
- Application Deadline: January 15, 2027
Financial Benefits
The Doha Institute offers different scholarship schemes, including the Tamim Scholarship and Sanad Scholarship.
1. Tamim Scholarship
Available to Qatari and international students in the Arab region.
Benefits may include:
- Full tuition fee exemption
- Free accommodation
- Monthly stipend
- Health insurance
- Two travel tickets between Qatar and the student’s home country, upon arrival and after graduation
2. Sanad Scholarship
Available to international students, Qatari nationals and residents of Qatar.
Depending on the applicant’s circumstances and financial need, the scholarship may provide:
- 10%–100% tuition fee coverage
- Full tuition fee coverage for eligible recipients
- Free accommodation
- Monthly stipend
- Health insurance
- Two travel tickets between Qatar and the student’s home country, upon arrival and after graduation
Available Study Fields
School of Social Sciences and Humanities
Programs include:
- Critical Security Studies
- Social Psychology
- Clinical Psychology
- Social Work
- Human Rights
- Media Studies
- History
- Journalism
- Politics and International Relations
- Philosophy
- Linguistics and Arabic Lexicography
- Sociology and Anthropology
- Conflict Management and Humanitarian Action
School of Economics, Administration and Public Policy
Programs include:
- Public Policy
- Public Administration
- Executive Master of Public Administration
- Dual EMBA–EMPA Degree
Applicants should check the official academic programs page for the complete list of available programs and admission requirements.
Eligibility Requirements
Applicants must:
- Be citizens of any country. Qatari nationals are also eligible.
- Hold a Bachelor’s degree or Master’s degree, depending on the program.
- Submit all required previous academic documents.
- Provide officially certified academic transcripts.
- Meet the English language requirements unless eligible for an exemption.
- Provide at least three academic reference letters.
- Submit an updated CV.
- Meet the specific admission requirements of their chosen program.
English Language Requirements
Applicants may be required to provide proof of English proficiency, such as:
- IELTS Academic: minimum score of 6.5
- TOEFL: accepted according to the Institute’s requirements
However, applicants may be exempt from the English language requirement if they completed their undergraduate studies at a university where English was the primary language of instruction.
In such cases, applicants should provide an official letter from their university confirming the language of instruction.
Required Documents
Applicants should prepare:
- Academic certificates
- Academic transcripts
- CV
- Personal statement and other required application documents
- At least three academic reference letters
- Proof of English proficiency, where applicable
- Other documents required by the selected program
How to Apply
To apply for the Doha Institute for Graduate Studies Scholarship:
- Create an account on the DI admission portal.
- Complete the online admission application.
- Select your preferred academic program.
- Complete the scholarship section of the application.
- Upload all required documents.
- Request reference letters through the online system.
- Monitor the status of your references and remind referees to submit their letters before the deadline.
- Submit the completed application before the deadline.
Applicants can save their applications and return later to complete them.
Important: Only one application can be submitted per admission cycle. Duplicate applications will not be considered.
How to Apply
All applicants must apply for admission to the Doha Institute and complete the scholarship section within the application form.
DOHA INSTITUTE FOR GRADUATE STUDIES – OFFICIAL WEBSITE
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