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Master's Degree skip to main content Apply FAQs Partnerships Contact About KAUST Life at KAUST Leading Faculty Research Facilities Student Accommodation Virtual Tour Cost of Living KAUSTs Location Study Programs of Study Master's Degree Ph.D. Degree Master’s / Ph.D. Internships Special Programs Connect With KAUST Webinar Series Events & Visits Recruitment Team How to Apply Entry Requirements Admission Process Admission Timeline Fees & Funding Onboarding Search KAUST course directory When autocomplete results are available use up and down arrows to review and enter to select. Master's Degree Home Study Master's Degree KAUST’s Master of Science (MS) degree is an opportunity for you to deepen your academic interests and enhance your skills for a career in industry or further study with a PhD . Our MS programs are taught in a research-intensive environment, exposing you to globally impactful projects. You can choose from 17 subjects , with options for a 1.5-year non-thesis track or a 2-year thesis track. The interdisciplinary curriculum ensures you gain broad insights while specializing in your field. Unlike many other MS programs, ours is fully funded, allowing you to dedicate yourself fully to your studies. Competition for places in our MS programs is high, so academically strong applicants are encouraged to apply early. Key information Study Duration: MS 1.5 years (2 years with thesis) Costs: Read more Entry requirements: Read more Application deadlines: Read more Programs Apply Program Benefits Work with Leading Faculty At KAUST, you’ll have the opportunity to learn, work, and live alongside some of the best minds in their field. Find Out More State-of-the-art Research Facilities Get access to cutting-edge facilities, equipment, expertise, and training. Find Out More Live in a Diverse, International Community Join an international community of scholars and scientists living and working together in an all-inclusive campus. Find Out More Program Outcomes Graduates of the master’s program leave with a deep knowledge and understanding of their field, as well as gaining a broad range of skills that can be applied in many different industries. Our graduates have gone on to work in fields ranging from business consulting to oil & gas engineering, marketing & communications to biomedical research, from product development at top tech companies like Google and Tesla to careers in government service and nonprofit management. For students interested in pursuing a career in research and academia, the exposure to leading faculty and cutting-edge research facilities ensures that the master’s program also sets graduates up with an ideal pathway to the Ph.D. Degree at KAUST or other leading universities around the world. Entry Requirements We’re looking for exceptional students from around the world to join us on our mission to solve the world’s most pressing challenges. To find out more about our entry requirements and how applications are evaluated, please visit our entry requirements page . Cost of Study The cost of our Master’s program reflects the world-class education and advanced academic environment at KAUST. However, all admitted master’s students* receive the fully-funded KAUST Fellowship, which covers tuition fees, housing, health insurance, relocation support, and more. This ensures students can focus on their studies without financial concerns. To learn more about the cost of study and the details of the KAUST Fellowship, please visit our Fees & Funding page . *Some students with external sponsorship or funding may not be eligible for the KAUST Fellowship Program Structure The master’s degree program is a 36-credit program with an option to complete a thesis. Students are expected to complete the program in three semesters and one summer session. Each program has a specific set of courses that fit within the below requirements. For a list of these courses, please visit your chosen discipline page. General Requirements Thesis and …