PhD in Materials Science and Engineering
About This Programme
A research doctorate, with competitive merit-based funding, in materials science and engineering (60/72 credits), with tuition waiver and a monthly stipend.
Course Highlights
- Research spans thermodynamics and kinetics, synthesis and characterization, and the thermal, mechanical, electrical, optical and electrochemical properties of materials
- Interdisciplinary work across energy materials, nanomaterials and advanced manufacturing
- 60 credits entering with a master's or 72 for direct entry from a bachelor's, built around an original dissertation
- Competitive merit-based PhD scholarships: a full or partial tuition waiver plus a monthly stipend for admitted researchers
What You'll Study
Research doctorate: coursework + comprehensive exam + dissertation; competitive merit-based funding (a full or partial tuition waiver, plus a monthly stipend)
Coursework
- Required coursework and PhD seminar
- Comprehensive / qualifying examination
Research Areas
- Thermodynamics and Kinetics of Materials
- Synthesis and Characterization of Materials
- Thermal and Mechanical Properties of Materials
- Electrical and Optical Properties of Materials
- Chemical and Electrochemical Properties of Materials
Dissertation
- Doctoral Dissertation
Entry Requirements
PhD scholarships are competitive and merit-based: awards may carry a full or partial tuition waiver and a monthly stipend, whose amount Khalifa University does not publish, with an Abu Dhabi pension for UAE nationals. Meeting the minimum criteria does not guarantee an award.
Careers
Graduates pursue academia and R&D in advanced manufacturing, energy materials, nanotechnology, and the semiconductor industry.
Accreditation & Professional Recognition
UAE CAA (Ministry of Education)
Programme Details
Award
PhD in Materials Science and Engineering
Start Date
August 2026 (Fall)
Typical Offer
Master's CGPA >=3.25/4.0 (or direct-entry bachelor's >=3.5 + GRE quant >=150) + TOEFL 91 / IELTS 6.5
Duration
4 years
Qualification
Doctorate
Subject Area
Engineering
Campus
Abu Dhabi
Course Type
Doctor of Philosophy
Study Pattern
Full time
Delivery Format
In person
Tuition Fee
AED 95,000/yr
Apply online via ku.ac.ae with transcripts, references and a statement of purpose. Scholarships are assessed automatically at admission. Master's awards may cover tuition in full or in part and carry no stipend; PhD awards are competitive and merit-based, and may carry a full or partial tuition waiver plus a monthly stipend whose amount Khalifa University does not publish.