PhD in Physics

PhDDoctoralNatural Sciences

About This Programme

A fully funded research doctorate in physics (60/72 credits), with tuition waiver and a monthly stipend.

Course Highlights

Research spans astroparticle physics, nanophysics and nanotechnology, quantum transport and optics, and solid-state physics
Includes computational physics, planetary astrophysics, and atomic and molecular physics
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)

Coursework

Required coursework and PhD seminar
Comprehensive / qualifying examination

Research Areas

Astroparticle Physics
Nanophysics and Nanotechnology
Quantum Transport and Optics
Solid State Physics
Computational Physics
Planetary Astrophysics
Atomic and Molecular Physics
Molecular Biophysics

Dissertation

Doctoral Dissertation

Entry Requirements

Academic: A relevant master's degree with a CGPA of at least 3.25/4.00 (or direct entry from a bachelor's with at least 3.50 and a GRE quantitative score >=150). Applicants submit two reference letters, a statement of purpose, a research statement and a CV, and complete an interview.

English: TOEFL iBT 91 or IELTS Academic 6.5.

PhD study is fully funded: admitted researchers receive a tuition waiver and a substantial monthly stipend (with an Abu Dhabi pension for UAE nationals).

Careers

Graduates move into academia, space and astrophysics research, the semiconductor and photonics industry, and national research institutes.

Accreditation & Professional Recognition

UAE CAA (Ministry of Education)

Programme Details

Award

PhD in Physics

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

Natural Sciences

Campus

Abu Dhabi

Course Type

Doctor of Philosophy

Study Pattern

Full time

Delivery Format

In person

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Next intakes

AugJan

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Course Highlights

Research spans astroparticle physics, nanophysics and nanotechnology, quantum transport and optics, and solid-state physics

Includes computational physics, planetary astrophysics, and atomic and molecular physics

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)

Coursework

Required coursework and PhD seminar
Comprehensive / qualifying examination

Research Areas

Astroparticle Physics
Nanophysics and Nanotechnology
Quantum Transport and Optics
Solid State Physics
Computational Physics
Planetary Astrophysics
Atomic and Molecular Physics
Molecular Biophysics

Dissertation

Doctoral Dissertation

Entry Requirements

English: TOEFL iBT 91 or IELTS Academic 6.5.

PhD study is fully funded: admitted researchers receive a tuition waiver and a substantial monthly stipend (with an Abu Dhabi pension for UAE nationals).

Programme Details

Award

PhD in Physics

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

Natural Sciences

Campus

Abu Dhabi

Course Type

Doctor of Philosophy

Study Pattern

Full time

Delivery Format

In person