09/08/2026
Khalifa University PhD Scholarship 2027 in the UAE
Country: United Arab Emirates
Host: Khalifa University (KU)
Study Level: PhD
Funding Type: Fully Funded
Deadline: 31 August 2026
The Khalifa University PhD Scholarship 2027 offers international students and UAE nationals the opportunity to pursue a fully funded doctoral degree at one of the UAE's leading research universities. The scholarship provides comprehensive financial support, advanced research opportunities, and access to world-class facilities for students in science, engineering, and technology.
Scholarship Benefits;
• Full or partial tuition fee coverage
• Monthly stipend for living expenses
• University accommodation support
• Comprehensive medical insurance
• Free textbooks
• Visa processing support for eligible international students
• Travel assistance for eligible international students
• Access to advanced research facilities and laboratories
Eligibility Criteria
Applicants must:
• Hold a Master's degree in a relevant discipline with a minimum CGPA of 3.25/4.0
• Hold a Bachelor's degree in a relevant discipline with a minimum CGPA of 3.0/4.0 (where applicable)
• Have a strong academic and research background
• Demonstrate research interest relevant to the chosen PhD programme
• Meet the English language requirement with a TOEFL iBT score of at least 91, IELTS Academic score of 6.5, or EmSAT English score of 1550
• Meet any additional department-specific admission requirements
• For direct PhD entry, hold a Bachelor's degree with a minimum CGPA of 3.5/4.0 and a minimum GRE Quantitative score of 150
How to Apply;
• Visit the official Khalifa University graduate admissions portal
• Choose your preferred PhD programme and review its admission requirements
• Create an online application account
• Complete the graduate admission application form
• Upload all required supporting documents
• Pay the AED 200 application fee
• Submit your application before the deadline
Application link in the comments