King Abdullah University of Science and Technology
Thuwal
A graduate research university on the Red Sea coast offering only master's and PhD programs. All admitted students receive a fellowship covering tuition, monthly stipend, housing, and medical insurance.
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Location
Thuwal
Established
2009
Degree levels
Master's, PhD
Instruction
English-taught
Rankings
Rankings are published annually by their respective organisations and change every year. Confirm the current-year position on the official ranking website before relying on it.
How to apply
Direct via KAUST
Region
Middle East →Admission tests
Popular fields of study
Source: King Abdullah University of Science and Technology official website. Details here are for guidance only — tuition, deadlines, rankings and eligibility change every academic year, so confirm on the official university site before applying.
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