Khalifa University of Science and Technology offers a range of graduate programs designed for the pursuit of advanced specialized knowledge and skills in engineering, medicine, security, science and technology. Students engage in cutting-edge research and formulate innovative solutions to contemporary global challenges. Selected programs also allow students to focus their coursework in a chosen area via an optional track or concentration.
Applicants seeking admission to a graduate program at Khalifa University of Science and Technology must meet the following minimum criteria:
MASTER’S DEGREE PROGRAM APPLICANTS
- 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 or equivalent, or
- Overall academic IELTS score of 6.5, or
- 1550 EmSAT English score
- A minimum quantitative score of 150 in the General Graduate Record Examination (GRE) is required for admission to all Master of Science programs. Applicants must attempt all three sections of the GRE.
- A minimum of two referee recommendations (provided via online form).
- Statement of purpose (500-1,000 words).
- Admission interview.
DOCTORATE DEGREE PROGRAM APPLICANTS
- Completion of a Master’s degree in a relevant discipline with a minimum CGPA of 3.25 out of 4.0, or equivalent (e.g. an upper second-class honors in UK-style Master by taught courses with a minimum average of 63% or a Pass in a Master by Research/MPhil) from a reputable accredited institution.
- A minimum level of English proficiency in the form of either:
- iBT TOEFL (internet-based test) score of 91 or equivalent, or
- overall academic IELTS score of 6.5, or
- 1550 EmSAT English score
- A minimum quantitative score of 150 in the general Graduate Record Examination (GRE) is required for admission to all Doctorate programs. Applicants for all programs should attempt all three sections of the GRE.
- 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.
DOCTOR OF MEDICINE PROGRAM APPLICANTS
- Bachelor’s degree (STEM discipline preferred) from an accredited college or university
- Cumulative GPA ¬ 3.0; Science GPA ¬ 3.0 (A minimum GPA of 3.0 is required for Bachelor’s degrees and a minimum of 3.0 is required for Master’s degrees if the student has post-graduate degrees.)
- MCAT: Official score must be provided. Scores of 500 and above are preferred
- English Proficiency as evidenced by:
- a. iBT TOEFL (internet-based test) score of 91 or greater, or
- b. Overall academic IELTS score of 6.5 or greater, or
- c. 1550 or greater EmSAT English score. * Exemption for this requirement may be possible for native English speakers who have completed a degree at an English-speaking university.
- Pre-requisite courses:
- a. General Biology with laboratory – 2 semesters
- b. General Chemistry with laboratory – 2 semesters
- c. Organic Chemistry with laboratory – 2 semesters, or Organic Chemistry with laboratory – 1 semester plus Biochemistry – 1 semester
- d. Physics with laboratory – 2 semesters
- e. Mathematics (College Algebra or higher) – 2 semesters, In addition, it is recommended that applicants have completed at least two courses in one or more of the following: bioethics, business, economics, epidemiology/statistics, cell biology, foreign/additional language, genetics, humanities, immunology, microbiology, physiology, psychology, social sciences, and sociology.
- Student can meet Technical Standards with or without reasonable accommodation.
- Three letters of support from professional and personal references. At least one reference must be from a faculty member from the candidate’s conferring university.
- Non-Academic Experience (Preferred)
- a. Healthcare
- b. Research
- c. Organizational leadership
- d. Community service/volunteerism
- e. Design experience demonstrated innovation/entrepreneurship