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You need to contact NAPO directly within their official change period.
KU interviews are now recorded video interviews. Log into your KU application portal, record your video, and submit it directly.
You will be notified via the application portal. You can also email ugadmissions@ku.ac.ae with your reference number for help.
Upload them to your online application. You can also email them to ugadmissions@ku.ac.ae with your reference number. For IB, ask your school coordinator to submit your results through the IBO system. For AP, use College Board code 7860 to send them directly to KU.
KU offers a wide range of undergraduate programs in engineering, sciences, and technology. All programs are accredited by the UAE Ministry of Education.
Yes. KU is licensed and all its academic programs are accredited by the UAE Ministry of Education.
KU is ranked #1 in the UAE for seven consecutive years and is currently #202 globally in the QS World University Rankings. https://www.ku.ac.ae/about/rankings
Yes, if you are graduating from a private school or an international school (inside or outside the UAE). Apply for equivalency after receiving your final Grade 12 results. https://www.mohesr.gov.ae/En/EServices/ServiceCard/pages/certequivalent.aspx
Yes, but you must provide a No Objection Letter from the MOE so you can begin classes while the equivalency is in progress.
No. ATHS/ATS students are exempt from this requirement.
Yes. Transfer applicants must meet KU admission criteria and submit official transcripts. Credit transfer is reviewed case by case.
Yes. If you have qualifying official scores in advanced subjects, KU may award you course credit.
Upload your official score reports in your KU application. IB scores must be submitted through your school’s IB coordinator. AP scores must be sent directly using KU’s code (7860).
No need. KU’s Registration Office will register your first-semester courses for you automatically.
After admission, you can apply to transfer your visa under KU sponsorship. Subject to approval.
Yes. Student housing is available for international students and those living outside Abu Dhabi, subject to availability and associated fees. https://www.ku.ac.ae/fee-and-payment-guidelines
All UAE National students admitted through Direct Admission receive a full scholarship. International and expat students may receive full or partial scholarships depending on their academic performance and seat availability.
There is no separate scholarship application. Once you apply to KU, your scholarship eligibility will be reviewed automatically. Details will be included in your admission offer.
Top-performing international students may receive full scholarships. Others may be offered partial funding.
No. Scholarships are awarded only based on academic merit.
You can explore this by visiting KU’s undergraduate scholarships webpage. https://www.ku.ac.ae/undergraduate-scholarships
No, EmSAT is not mandatory. However, valid EmSAT scores (not older than 18 months) will still be considered if they meet KU’s admission criteria.
Yes. Shortlisted applicants may be invited to take internal KU tests in Math and Physics or Chemistry. High-achieving students may be exempt based on their academic records.
Yes. SAT Math scores of 700 or higher may be considered, especially for international applicants or UAE students who studied outside the national system. Approval is subject to the Undergraduate Admission Committee.
If you perform well, you may receive a conditional or final admission offer depending on the other required documents.
Yes. All applicants must meet the English requirement by submitting an Academic IELTS score of 6.0 or a TOEFL iBT score of 79.
Yes, you can apply first and upload the IELTS or TOEFL scores later. Your application won’t be processed until the scores are submitted.
KU will consider the higher score between the two.
No. Only Academic IELTS is accepted for admission purposes.
These tests are not offered at KU. You can find test dates and register on their official websites: IELTS: www.ielts.org, TOEFL: www.ets.org/toefl
No. Meeting the English requirement is mandatory to enroll.
UAE Nationals and children of UAE mothers graduating from Grade 12 this year should apply through the Ministry of Education (NAPO) portal https://www.mohesr.gov.ae/en/EServices/ServiceCard/pages/napo.aspx. Non-UAE Nationals, transfer students, and previous graduates can apply directly through KU’s website https://ugapply.ku.ac.ae/apply/. No application fee is required.
Admission requirements depend on your curriculum and the program you are applying to. Please check the KU website for full details. https://www.ku.ac.ae/undergraduate-admissions
Apply through NAPO, complete the admission steps in KU portal, and confirm your seat before you join the service by signing the Study contract. Your seat will be reserved for the semester after your Military Clearance is issued.
Yes. You can apply first, but your application will only be processed once the required English test scores are uploaded.
Yes. Submit your most recent transcript (Term 1 or 2). British and IB students can apply with predicted scores.
Yes, as long as you graduated within the past two years.
Yes. International students are welcome to apply. Please refer to KU’s website for specific admission requirements. https://www.ku.ac.ae/undergraduate-admissions
Yes. You can request to change your major after joining, subject to availability and scholarship conditions.
You can email your application reference number to ugadmissions@ku.ac.ae to follow up.
Admission decisions usually take 4–6 weeks after completing all required steps.
Yes, your application will be reviewed individually. Please note that students from the Applied Stream are not eligible.
UAE National Students who are graduating from Grade 12 this year should apply through the Ministry of Education website for Fall 2024 deadline is April 30th, 2024. https://www.moe.gov.ae/ar/EServices/Pages/napolanding.aspx
Non – UAE National, Transfer students and previous year graduates should apply directly through the KU website. For Fall 2024, the undergraduate (Bachelor’s degree) online application is open until April 30th, 2024. No Application Fees. Khalifa University (ku.ac.ae)
Click here to access the admission requirements for undergraduate studies at Khalifa University and be aware that each schooling system has different requirements.
UAE national males who are going to Military Service should apply through NAPO website, complete the admission process, get the acceptance, and confirm joining, before leaving for the Military Service to be able to reserve their seats in the University. Your seat will be reserved for the semester following your completion of the National Service provided that you join the university as soon as the Military Clearance Certificate is issued.
Physics entrance exams may be administered by KU for selected international applicants on a case-by-case basis. However, applicants applying from inside UAE should provide EmSAT exams or its alternatives. For more information about EmSAT alternatives please visit the Undergraduate admission page.
For international applicants (coming from high schools outside the UAE), English proficiency Exam (IELTS or TOEFL) and external advanced standing credits (AL, IB, AP) are required as detailed on our Undergraduate admission page.
Processing an application takes 4-6 weeks from submitting the application until getting the final decision.
All applicants must demonstrate proficiency in English, the language of instruction at KU. All applicants must satisfy this requirement by passing academic IELTS or International TOEFL IBT or EmSAT English.
Test dates vary by location. They are not offered at KU. Please visit the relevant website for information on how to register for the exams:
– IELTS: www.ielts.org
– TOEFL: http://www.ets.org/toefl
Dircte Admissions: IETS 6.0 – TOFEL IBT 79 – EmSAT English 1400
Conditional Admission: IELTS 5.5 – TOFEL IBT 70 – EmSAT English 1250
Applicants have to fulfill all admission requirements to be admitted. Therefore, applicants who do not meet the ELPR may not enroll.
Test scores should be uploaded in the student online application Or it can be sent by email to UGadmissions@ku.ac.ae along with Application Reference Number.
Office of Student Recruitment and Admission Khalifa University of Science, Technology & Research P.O Box : 127788, Abu Dhabi, UAE
KU offers a variety of Undergraduate majors that are well indicated in the following link: https://www.ku.ac.ae/academics/undergraduate-programs
All programs offered by Khalifa University have received accreditation by the UAE Ministry of Education. The Accreditation attests to the overall quality of the individual degree programs.
Students can apply to transfer his/her visa after joining Khalifa University.
Student housing (subject to availability) is available to international students and students residing outside the city of Abu Dhabi. Separate male and female accommodations are provided. Click here for more information on student housing.
All transfer candidates who are interested in applying to Khalifa University should meet the admission requirements (https://www.ku.ac.ae/undergraduate-admissions) . In addition, they should submit an official copy of their transcript(s) along with other documents to be considered upon evaluation of their admission application.
Please note that Khalifa University approves transfer of credit requests on a limited basis, and such requests are handled in accordance with the approved policies and procedures by the university, and within the limits of each program. The decision to accept a transfer of credit request is based on several factors, including a review of the content, number of credit hours, course level and an assessment of a student’s overall academic performance at the previous institution.
All UAE National students accepted in the undergraduate programs as a Direct Admission enjoy a full scholarship to study at Khalifa University. International students (from inside or outside the UAE) also benefit from scholarships at KU based on their academic qualifications and availability of places.
Full scholarships are given to outstanding students. Partial scholarships are also provided to International students in different programs. For more information, visit our undergraduate scholarships page: https://www.ku.ac.ae/scholarships-undergraduate
KU is licensed and accredited by the Ministry of Higher Education and Scientific Research in the United Arab Emirates.
Yes, your application will be affected and it will jeopardize your admission to KU. For more information about EmSAT, and, EmSAT alternatives please visit the Undergraduate admission page
KU is no longer entertaining a foundation year. Applicants who do not meet the criteria for direct admission may be eligible for conditional admission, with the option to enroll in remedial courses under a fee-paying scholarship.
Early admission is offered for students who are in Grade 12 at the time of application to the university, who meet the English and Math requirements. Previous year graduates are only considered for regular admission.
Note: Submitting the recorded interview isn’t required for the early admission.
Yes, you do have a chance if you repeat the EmSAT, or you satisfy its alternatives, and get the minimum required scores before the deadline. Please make sure that you send your scores to the Admission Office by email (UGadmissions@ku.ac.ae) in order to be able to re-evaluate your application.
SAT MATH will be considered for International students applying from other curricula outside the UAE with a minimum score of 700.
You need to satisfy either the EmSAT or its alternatives.
For more information about Emsat alternatives, please visit the Undergraduate admission page.
Yes. Please refer to this link for International Students admission criteria Undergraduate admission
Yes, you can do so by submitting a Change of Major request, which is subject to availability and will be reviewed on a case-by-case basis considering the current scholarship
We only accept Academic IELTS as it is one of the English Language Proficiency requirements for admission, as detailed on our Undergraduate admission.
There is no separate application for scholarship. Applicant will receive the acceptance and details regarding the type of scholarship within the admission offer.
Kindly send us an email with your application reference number to: ugadmissions@ku.ac.ae
You must reach out to NAPO within the designated timeframe.
You can apply for the Equivalency certificate after you get your final Grade 12 Transcript. If you can’t submit the equivalency certificate on time, you’ll need to submit a “No Objection Letter” from the Ministry of Education. This allows you to start the first semester while waiting for your equivalency certificate. https://www.moe.gov.ae/En/EServices/ServiceCard/pages/CertEquivalent.aspx
No, you don’t have to.
The admission personal interview is now included as a recorded video, as part of the online application form; you can log in to the KU online application form, record your video, and submit it.
Khalifa University will consider the highest score among the certificates for the purpose of admission.
Yes. All advanced level subjects with required minimum scores help you be granted transfer credits as you join the university. For more information, please visit https://www.ku.ac.ae/undergraduate-admissions
You need to submit a copy of the official certificate which will be verified by the Registration Office and they will get back to you with a decision.
Yes. The online admission portal is open now until April 2024. You may apply before doing your EmSAT exams. However your application will only go through final processing once the required EmSAT scores are provided. Documents can be updated through your application online before the deadline.
Yes. Similar to the above query, you may apply before receiving your final grades. However you should apply with your Term 1 or 2 grades, while British Curriculum and IB students should apply with predicted scores.
All students in KU study under scholarship. However the scholarship levels are based on the seating capacity available for each. Hence once you apply to KU, you automatically enroll for the scholarship. More information on scholarship levels can be found on the webpage https://www.ku.ac.ae/scholarships-undergraduate in the Scholarships for International students section.
All students applying from inside UAE, should maintain a minimum overall score of 75%, or its equivalent, for the Advanced stream 80% and General 90% is required. Applied Streams students are not eligible for admission to KU. https://www.ku.ac.ae/undergraduate-admissions
After submitting the application and doing all admission procedures, the admission committee will review your application within 3-6 weeks and update you.
Contact EmSAT department under Ministry of Education to register for the test. In case
EmSAT English is unattainable, IELTS (Academic) or TOEFL (iBT) can be considered.
Yes. As long as you have graduated from high school within two years of applying, your application will be considered.
After being accepted and enrolling at KU, the Registration Office will take care of registering your first-term courses; you won’t need to do it online yourself.
You may add or delete references by emailing the Office of Admissions at pgadmissions@ku.ac.ae.
Two letters of recommendation from people who know your academic qualifications are required.
Once you have submitted your application, an automatic email will be sent to your referees requesting them to send a recommendation letter.
The schedule varies from one semester to the other.
Student housing is available for registered full-time Khalifa University postgraduate students. A rental fee applies per semester and will be deducted from the monthly stipend. Please contact the Student Service Department via email pgr.life@ku.ac.ae for assistance.
Admitted applicants are normally notified via e-mail no later than eight weeks after the application deadline.
The orientation for postgraduate students is normally held the week before classes begin.
Yes.
Please refer to the Graduate Admissions – Requirements page to know more about the necessary documents needed to apply for a scholarship.
For information regarding graduate scholarships, please refer to the Graduate Scholarships page.
Please refer to the Graduate Admissions page for the most up‑to‑date information on application opening dates and deadlines.
The Doctorate programs cost 6,666 AED per credit hour. Please refer to the Tuition Fees page for more details.
The Master’s program costs 5,000 AED per credit hour. Please refer to the Tuition Fees page for more details.
Please refer to the Graduate Programs page for a full list of Master’s and Doctorate programs offered by the University.
Please note that some of our programs are open only to UAE National applicants. Please refer to the Graduate Programs webpage for the requirements of each program.
Applicants can only apply to one program per semester.
Applications must be submitted via the University website on or before the date listed on the Graduate Admissions webpage.
Yes, you can still apply. Please submit your academic transcripts to date, as well as a letter confirming your status as a registered student and your expected graduation date. Unofficial transcripts can be submitted at the time of application. These documents are mandatory at the time of application and can be obtained from your university.
Graduate studies at Khalifa University can be undertaken on a full-time or part-time basis, depending on the program you apply for. Please note that some graduate programs are available on a part-time basis only.
Please refer to the Graduate Scholarships webpage for further information about scholarships offered by Khalifa University of Science and Technology. Please note that scholarships are subject to availability and will be confirmed at the conclusion of the admission process. No additional application is required to be considered for a scholarship.
Admission requirements for Master’s and Doctorate programs are outlined on the Graduate Admissions – Requirements page. Please note that admission is highly competitive and meeting the minimum requirements does not guarantee entry into the program.
Please refer to the Graduate Admissions – Required Documents page for a full list of documents required to apply.
English is the official language of instruction and assessment at Khalifa University. To be eligible for admission, applicants must achieve a minimum iTOEFL (internet-based test) score of 91 or minimum academic IELTS overall band score of 6.5. The test must have been taken during the 24 months (2 years) preceding the application.
English Language Test Exemptions
Subject to approval, the English test score requirement may be waived for an applicant who is:
All applicants must provide evidence of meeting the English language requirement by uploading the relevant document with their application, even if he/she may be eligible for an exemption.
All applicants must have completed TOEFL or IELTS at the time they are applying for a graduate program at Khalifa University or by the deadline for submitting the applications, at the latest. It is mandatory for all applicants to upload a copy of their English score certificate.
Only applicants who apply to the Direct PhD must have completed the GRE General Test at the time they are applying for a graduate program at Khalifa University or by the deadline for submitting the applications, at the latest. It is mandatory to upload a copy of their GRE score certificate. (The test must be taken at a test center as the GRE Home Edition is not accepted)
Please upload a copy of your test score certificates to the online application or have the test score sent by email to pgadmissions@ku.ac.ae along with the your Application Reference Number.
You can also have the test scores sent directly to Khalifa University using the following institutional codes:
Documents may also be sent to the following address: The Office of Student Recruitment & Admissions (Graduate Admissions), Level 2, Building E, Khalifa University Main Campus, Abu Dhabi, United Arab Emirates
Applicants who have completed their tertiary studies outside the UAE or at a private university in the UAE, must obtain a recognition report for their higher education qualifications from the UAE Ministry of Higher Education and Scientific Research. For more information on certificate recognition and attestation, please visit the Mohers.gov.ae website.
The grading scale or grading scheme explains the academic results displayed on your transcript. It is mandatory to submit a copy of the grading scale with your application. Most universities post the grading scale on their website or print it on the back of the transcript. Alternatively, you should contact the administration office at your university.
Applications for graduate admissions can be made online.
If you have started, but not submitted your application yet, you can delete it and start the process again to specify a different program or study mode.
If you have not submitted your application yet, you can make changes by clicking on the relevant section and updating the information fields.
If you have already submitted your application, it is not possible to make changes. Please contact the Admissions team by email at pgadmissions@ku.ac.ae for assistance.
Yes, it is possible to update your documents after the application has been submitted. To do this, login to your account and upload additional documents in the ‘Attachments’ section. Please note that it is not possible to make changes to documents that have already been submitted. If you would like to change any of your submitted documents, please contact the Admissions team by email at pgadmissions@ku.ac.ae.
Please ensure that the files you are uploading meet the following requirements:
If your files are in the correct format and you are still unable to upload them, please contact the IT Helpdesk by calling 02-3125000 for assistance.
The University does not accept reference letters in hard copy or via e-mail. During the application process, you will be required to provide the contact details of your referees, who will be invited to complete an online Reference Form after the application is submitted. Please do not ask your referees to email the University with their recommendations.
Please login to view your application and refer to “Application Checklist”, ‘Recommendation’.
Applicants are not required to contact potential supervisors prior to submitting their application. However, prior to drafting the Research Statement, PhD applicants are encouraged to explore the University’s research priorities and view Faculty profiles on our website. Research Statement guidelines can be found on the Graduate Admissions – Requirements webpage. The assignment of supervisors will be made by the University following the completion of the application process and is based on strategic research priorities.
Shortlisted applicants are normally invited to attend an interview before a final decision is made on their application. Admission decisions are released at different times, depending on when the complete application was submitted.
Please note that the University is unable to provide updates on the status of individual applications.
A graduate student may request the transfer of credits for relevant graduate courses completed at an institution that is accredited by the UAE Ministry of Education. Subject to approval, credits will only be awarded for substantially equivalent graduate courses not used to fulfill requirements for a previously earned degree. Transfer credits will not be given for work experience, vocational or training courses, or coursework that is not considered graduate level.
In order to apply for a credit transfer, applicants must submit an official transcript and catalog descriptions of the relevant courses.
Passwords can be reset using the “Forgot Password?” link on the online application home page.
Please contact the IT Helpdesk by calling 02-3125000 for assistance.
To apply to the Master’s degree programs, applicants must hold a Bachelor’s degree in a relevant discipline with a minimum cumulative grade point average (CGPA) of 3.0 out of 4.0 or its equivalent (e.g., an upper second-class honors in a UK-style degree from a reputable accredited institution). Please refer to the Graduate Admissions – Requirements page for more details.
Please refer to the Programs website: https://www.ku.ac.ae/academics/graduate-programs#programs
Please refer to the Programs website: https://www.ku.ac.ae/academics/graduate-programs#programs
Student transportation is available to ensure students are transported between the three campuses and between the Residences and campuses. A schedule for the different routes and timings is announced to all students.