Key information
Duration
Full-time, 48 months
Start dates & application deadlines
- Starting January 2027 - Apply before Oct 2026
- Starting August 2027 - Apply before May 2027 (International) - estimated deadline for students from outside the European Economic Area who want to study within the EEA.
Language
English
- TOEFL iBT: 81
- PTE Academic: 62
- IELTS: 6.5
Credits
72 alternative credits
Delivered
On Campus
Campus Location
Thuwal, Saudi Arabia
Disciplines
Biomedical Science, Biology
Overview
During your studies at Bioscience 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.
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. Visit the programme website for more information
Key Facts
A Ph.D. from KAUST opens doors in all kinds of industries including research labs, consulting firms, pharmaceutical companies, government agencies, and academic postdoctoral and faculty roles. Our alumni have excelled at prestigious organizations like Google, Tesla, and Saudi Aramco. By cultivating the persistence, ambition, and motivation required for a Ph.D., you will join a distinguished community that supports each other with opportunities and inspiration.
Programme Structure
Curriculum includes
- 2 PhD-level Electives
- Graduate Seminars
- PhD courses can be taken from any program
Admission requirements
Academic requirements
We are not aware of any specific GRE, GMAT or GPA grading score requirements for this programme.
English requirements
- TOEFL iBT: 81
- PTE Academic: 62
- IELTS: 6.5
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)
Fees and funding
Tuition Fees
Tuition fees are shown in AUD and the most likely applicable fee is shown based on your nationality.
International
48,632 AUD per year, with built-in scholarship: 1 AUD per year.
Domestic
48,632 AUD per year, with built-in scholarship: 1 AUD per year.
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: 840-1,275 AUD per 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.