Overview

During your studies of Electrical and Computer Engineering program offered at King Abdullah University of Science and Technology (KAUST) , you’ll have the opportunity to work side-by-side with world renowned faculty on real-world projects, access leading-edge tools, and learn in-demand techniques from many different disciplines.

Key Facts

With access to cutting-edge tools and state-of-the-art facilities, including one of the world's most powerful supercomputers, KAUST is an ideal environment for your research. With 16 different subjects available, embark on a transformative four-year journey that enhances your skills and career prospects.

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Programme Structure

Courses include:

Monolithic Amplifier Circuits

Numerical Optimization

Data Structure and Algorithms

Device Physics

Digital Communication and Coding

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Key information

Duration

Full-time
- 48 months

Start dates & application deadlines

Starting 2027-08-31 00:00:00
- Apply before 2027-01-11 00:00:00

Language

English

TOEFL^® IBT

79

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PTE Academic

62

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IELTS

6.5

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Credits

72 alternative credits

Delivered

On Campus

Campus Location

Thuwal, Saudi Arabia

Disciplines

Electrical Engineering Computer Sciences View 4 other PhDs in Computer Sciences in Saudi Arabia

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Academic requirements

We are not aware of any specific GRE, GMAT or GPA grading score requirements for this programme.

English requirements

TOEFL^® IBT

79

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PTE Academic

62

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IELTS

6.5

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Other requirements

General requirements

Official university transcripts

Curriculum Vitae (CV)

Statement of purpose

Three letters of recommendation

Official TOEFL or IELTS Academic score

Official GRE scores (GRE submission is encouraged and will enhance an application, but it is not compulsory)

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Tuition Fees

Tuition fees are shown in and the most likely applicable fee is shown based on your nationality.

International Applies to you

Applies to you

Non-residents

Free
Domestic Applies to you

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Citizens or residents

Free

Additional Details

All admitted students receive the benefits of the KAUST Fellowship which supports students for the duration of their graduate studies.

Living costs

Thuwal

Saudi Arabia

2270 - 3445 SAR / month

The living costs include the total expenses per month, covering accommodation, public transportation, utilities (electricity, internet), books and groceries.

Funding

The KAUST Fellowship includes:

Full coverage of tuition and bench fees (worth USD $35,000 per year)

A monthly stipend (worth USD $20,000 per year for PG Diploma and M.S. students, and USD $25,000 to $30,000 for Ph.D. students depending on qualifications and academic progress)

On-campus housing (worth USD $7,000 per year and covering utilities such as electricity and wifi)

Health insurance (worth USD $1,450 per year)

Relocation support (visa, relocation and travel costs)

In total, depending on where you travel from and what level you are studying at, the Fellowship is calculated to be worth between $70k and $80k per year.

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