A 30-credit master's in applied organic, physical and analytical chemistry, petroleum and process chemistry, corrosion science and polymers and nanomaterials, with a research thesis.
Thesis-based: 12 credits of core courses, 9 credits of electives and a 9-credit master's thesis.
Some programmes are nationality-restricted (e.g. Nuclear Engineering; International and Civil Security).
Prepares graduates for R&D and analytical roles in petrochemicals, materials, energy and environmental industries, or to progress to a doctorate in chemistry.
UAE CAA (Ministry of Education); KU holds no programmatic accreditation at graduate level
Award
Master of Science in Applied Chemistry
Start Date
August 2026 (Fall; Spring intake for many programmes)
Typical Offer
Bachelor's in chemistry or a closely related science, CGPA 3.0/4.0 + TOEFL 91 / IELTS 6.5
Duration
2 years
Qualification
Masters
Subject Area
Natural Sciences
Campus
Abu Dhabi
Course Type
Master of Science
Study Pattern
Full time
Delivery Format
In person
AED 75,000/yr
Apply online via ku.ac.ae with transcripts, references and a statement of purpose. Master's students access tiered tuition scholarships; PhD researchers are fully funded with a tuition waiver and a substantial monthly stipend.