PhD in Nuclear Engineering

About This Programme

A fully funded research doctorate in nuclear engineering (60/72 credits), open to UAE and sponsored Saudi nationals, with tuition waiver and a monthly stipend.

Course Highlights

• Research spans nuclear reactor physics, reactor systems design and analysis, nuclear materials, and radiation safety
• Admission restricted to UAE nationals and sponsored Saudi students, aligned with the national nuclear energy programme
• 60 credits entering with a master's or 72 for direct entry from a bachelor's, built around an original dissertation
• Fully funded PhD: full tuition waiver plus a competitive monthly stipend for admitted researchers

What You'll Study

Research doctorate: coursework + comprehensive exam + dissertation; fully funded (tuition waiver + monthly stipend)

Entry Requirements

Careers

Graduates pursue academia, the national nuclear programme (ENEC and the Barakah plant), the regulator FANR, and nuclear energy R&D.

Accreditation & Professional Recognition

UAE CAA (Ministry of Education)

Programme Details