Khalifa University (Formerly: Khalifa University Of Science And Technology)

Abu Dhabi, AE

coe@ku.ac.ae 97123123333P.O. Box 127788, Abu Dhabi, UAE

Khalifa University (Formerly: Khalifa University Of Science And Technology)

Abu Dhabi, AE

coe@ku.ac.ae 97123123333P.O. Box 127788, Abu Dhabi, UAE

Admissions & Requirements

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Intake years:Fall 2026

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Application Deadline

Fall 2026 UG Admission Semester

Application deadline:: 2 Mar 2026

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General Admission Requirements

Minimum GPA

70%+ high-school average or recognised equivalent.

English Proficiency

IELTS 6.0 / TOEFL iBT 79, or pass the placement test.

Application Form

Completed online application with supporting documents.

Application Fee

Non-refundable processing fee paid at submission.

Admission Requirements

Applicants seeking admission to a graduate program at Khalifa University of Science and Technology must meet the following minimum criteria:
- Completion of a Bachelor’s degree in a relevant discipline with a minimum Cumulative Grade Point Average (CGPA) of 3.0 out of 4.0, or equivalent (e.g. an upper second-class honors in a UK-style degree, from a reputable accredited institution).
- A minimum level of English proficiency in the form of either:
- iBT TOEFL (internet-based test) score of 91 (The test must be taken at a test center as the TOEFL iBT Home Edition is not accepted) or equivalent.
- Overall academic IELTS score of 6.5
- A minimum of two referee recommendations (provided via online form).

- Statement of purpose (500-1,000 words).

- Admission interview.

- Regular PhD (For applicants with a Master’s degree)

- Completion of a Bachelor’s degree in a relevant discipline with a minimum Cumulative Grade Point Average (CGPA) of 3.0 out of 4.0, or equivalent (e.g. an upper second-class honors in a UK-style degree, from a reputable accredited institution).

- Completion of a Master’s degree in a relevant discipline with a minimum CGPA of 3.25 out of 4.0 or equivalent from a reputable accredited institution.

- Direct PhD (For applicants without a Master’s degree)

- Completion of a Bachelor’s degree in a relevant discipline with a minimum Cumulative Grade Point Average (CGPA) of 3.5 out of 4.0 or equivalent from a reputable accredited institution.

- A minimum quantitative score of 150 in the general Graduate Record Examination (GRE) (The test must be taken at a test center as the GRE Home Edition is not accepted). Applicants must attempt all three sections of the GRE.

- Requirements for Both Regular & Direct PhD Applicants

- A minimum level of English proficiency in the form of either:

- iBT TOEFL (internet-based test) score of 91 (The test must be taken at a test center as the TOEFL iBT Home Edition is not accepted) or equivalent,or

- Overall academic IELTS score of 6.5, or

- A minimum of two referee recommendations (provided via online form).

- Statement of purpose (500-1,000 words).

- Research statement (500-1,000 words).

- Admission interview.

English Language Test Exemptions

Subject to review and approval, the English test score requirement (TOEFL, IELTS or EmSAT) may be waived for an applicant who is:
- A native English speaker from countries such as the United States, United Kingdom, Canada, Australia, New Zealand, or other regions where English is the primary language.
- A graduate from an English-medium institution who can provide evidence of acquiring a minimum overall academic IELTS score of 6.0, or a minimum TOEFL score of 79 iBT (or equivalent), at the time of admission to the completed Bachelor’s/Master’s degree program.
All applicants must provide evidence of meeting the English language requirement by uploading the relevant document with their application, even if he/she may be eligible for an exemption.

Statement of Purpose Guidelines

The Statement of Purpose should clearly outline the applicant’s motivations for wishing to pursue graduate studies at Khalifa University of Science and Technology, as well as any prior achievements that will demonstrate promise for success in their degree. It is recommended that prospective students include the following information in their Statement of Purpose:
- An introduction about yourself, your interests and your motivations.
- The reasons for applying to your chosen graduate program at Khalifa University of Science and Technology.
- What you hope to gain during your studies and any specific issues you wish to address.
- Your professional aspirations and how you think this qualification will help you achieve them.
- How your previous studies and work experience, where applicable, relate to the program you have chosen.
- Other matters you consider important and relevant to your application.

Research Statement Guidelines

The statement should focus on the contribution you would like to make to your chosen field of research. PhD applicants are advised to refer to the Khalifa University of Science and Technology Institutional Research Priorities before drafting their Research Statement.
It is recommended that the Research Statement addresses the following points:
- An explanation of your research interests and what you hope to achieve through your research.
- An outline of your experience in this field to date (study, research, project work, publications, etc.).
- An example of a research project you would like to be involved in (either one you would conduct, or one you have read about).

Graduate Record Examination (GRE) Guidelines

The Graduate Record Examination (GRE) is a graduate-level admissions test that has two types: Subject and General. A minimum quantitative score of 150 in the general GRE is required for admission to all programs for those applying to the direct PhD programs. Applicants should attempt all three sections of the GRE. For more details about the GRE exam please visit: [www.ets.org/gre/revised_general/about](http://www.ets.org/gre/revised_general/about)