The Visiting Student Research Internship Program is an opportunity for exceptionally qualified international baccalaureate and post-baccalaureate students to conduct research with faculty mentors in selected areas of basic and applied research projects
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Established in 2009, King Abdullah University of Science and Technology is a graduate research university. KAUST is dedicated to advancing innovation through science, technology and engineering via our interdisciplinary research and education model.
Opportunity Focus Areas:
- Biological and Environmental Science and Engineering.
- Electrical, Computer and Mathematical science and Engineering.
- Physical science and Engineering.
- For more information about the projects, check the link.
Required Languages
English.
Eligible Countries
ALL WORLD COUNTRIES.
Program Period
Each program lasts from 3 to 6 months.
Eligibility Requirements (Criteria)
Applicants must have:
- Completed a minimum of their third year of baccalaureate studies OR completed their baccalaureate (Bachelor’s degree) OR be pursuing a post- baccalaureate (Master’s degree). Currently enrolled KAUST students, KAUST Alumni, students who are currently in a PhD program or those who have earned a PhD are not eligible to participate.
- A cumulative grade point average (GPA) that exceeds 3.50 /4.00 (14/20: Equivalent to ECTS B) with some research projects requiring a 3.60 or higher.
- Demonstrated English reading comprehension, speaking, listening and writing abilities Recommended levels, minimum TOEFL score of 79 on the IBT (Internet Based Test) or 6.0 on the IELTS (International English Language Testing System)..
- Official academic transcript(s) or a certified translation if the original transcript(s) is not in English from current and previous institutions.
- The recommendation of a faculty member in the field of study from current and previous schools of enrollment.
- Valid passport.
Opportunity Cost
(Fully Funded)
KAUST VSRP visiting students will receive the following:
- Monthly living allowance ( $1000 ).
- Round-trip airfare to/from city of departure-Jeddah (KAUST).
- Health insurance.
- Private bedroom and bath in a shared residential suite.
- Visa fees (Students must have valid passport).
- Access to community recreational resources.
- Social and cultural activities.
How to Apply
First Step: Check the provided internship programs from this link.
Second Step: Fill the first application with your personal data and create an account with your username and password.
Third Step:After that check your mail, which will include the link for the internship program application, you will be asked to insert the following:
- Copy of your CV
- Copy of your grades/ transcript for your Bachelor/Master studies.
- A motivational statement for joining the summer camp
- National ID/passport.
- Recommendation letter
The application include the following:
- Personal information
- Academic info
- Contact information
- Emergency information
- Travel details.
Finally, submit the application.
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