Overview
Through the King Abdullah University of Science and Technology (KAUST) Bioscience program you will be immersed in the day-to-day working of a real-world project within the research lab/group under the guidance of KAUST faculty mentors and their staff for the duration of their internship.
You’ll have access and training in all of our facilities and laboratories. The facilities themselves are specifically designed for post-graduate projects and professional research, with state-of-the-art equipment and the latest technologies. They are a place to work together and solve the world’s leading problems, while learning how to use the tools you’ll need for the rest of your career.
We believe that great ideas flow when we’re relaxed, so KAUST offers a balanced lifestyle between studying and conducting research. Through this internship you will have opportunities to get pursue your personal hobbies, join student clubs, participate in sports and recreational programs, or volunteer your skills to support a local project.
Eligibility
The program is open to driven students with insatiable curiosity and strong academic background that meet the below criteria:
- 3rd or 4th year Bachelors or Masters students
- Strong verbal & written English skills (no test scores required)
Benefits
This is a fully-funded program. Students admitted into the program receive:
- 1,000 USD monthly stipend
- Free health insurance
- Travel costs (including visa & return flights)
- Private bedroom & bathroom
- Access to KAUST’s Core Laboratories and major research facilities
About KAUST
Set on the shore of the Red Sea, King Abdullah University of Science and Technology (KAUST) is a catalyst for innovation, economic development, and social prosperity. KAUST is quickly becoming recognized as one of the world’s leading institutions with the #1 most citations per faculty (QS University rankings 2016-2021) and ranked #1 top university under 20 years old (A3 academic rankings 2018). With a focus on food and health, water, energy, environment, and the digital domain, KAUST strives toward enhancing the welfare of society by providing its faculty and students with a state-of-the-art environment.
So if you’re a postgraduate student in the STEM fields and you’re researching how to solve the world’s most pressing scientific problems, start your adventure at KAUST today!
Programme Structure
Courses included:
- Biophysics
- Bioscience
- Environment
- Computer Science
- Laboratory
Key information
Duration
- Full-time
- 6 months
Start dates & application deadlines
Language
Delivered
Campus Location
- Thuwal, Saudi Arabia
Disciplines
Biodiversity & ConservationWhat students do after studying
Academic requirements
The VSRP programme seeks students with excellent academic performance as indicated by GPA 3.5/4 or 14/20 (ECTS B).
English requirements
We are not aware of any English requirements for this programme.
Other requirements
General requirements
When submitting your application, you will need to provide the following documents:
- Official academic transcripts for Bachelor’s, and Master’s degrees (if applicable)
- Passport copy
- CV
- A statement of purpose which tells us about your motivation to apply for the internship
- Letter of recommendation from any faculty at your home university
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Tuition Fees
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Applies to youNon-residentsFree -
Domestic Applies to you
Applies to youCitizens or residentsFree
Additional Details
This is a fully-funded internship; it includes tuition, airfare, housing, medical insurance, visa reimbursement and a monthly stipend of $1,000.
Living costs
Thuwal
The living costs include the total expenses per month, covering accommodation, public transportation, utilities (electricity, internet), books and groceries.
Funding
Please note, the above estimate of living costs is higher than students at KAUST will experience!
As a fully-funded internship, students admitted into the programme will receive a $1,000 USD monthly stipend in addition to:
- Free on-campus accommodation with private bedroom and bathroom, including all utility costs
- Free health insurance
- Free travel costs (including visa & return flights)
- Access to KAUSTs Core Laboratories and major research facilities
- Social and cultural activities
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Scholarships Information
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