Overview

The criteria for admission to the Telecommunication Engineering degree at King Fahd University of Petroleum & Minerals are highly selective. The program objectives are strongly aligned to the university mission that indicates commitment to “graduating leaders who are knowledgeable, skillful, and productive” as well as “creating new knowledge that makes a scholarly impact, provides innovative solutions, and contributes to the national economy”. The objectives emphasize original leading-edge research, advancement of knowledge, profession skills and leadership.

Mission

Imparting profound knowledge in the areas of electrical engineering.

Enriching graduates with technical and soft skills to take up leading role in the society.

Producing high quality research with focus on energy-related challenges.

Programme Structure

Courses include:

Stochastic Processes

Digital Communications

Computer Networks

Digital Communications / Wireless and Personal Communications

Technical Elective

Key information

Duration

Full-time
- 24 months

Start dates & application deadlines

Starting 2027-08-19 00:00:00
- Apply before 2027-06-30 00:00:00

More details

Deadlines: 30 June MS (Thesis-Based) and 11 July MS Programs (Project-Based).

Language

English

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IELTS

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Credits

30 alternative credits

Delivered

On Campus

Campus Location

Dhahran, Saudi Arabia

Disciplines

Communications Engineering

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Academic requirements

GPA

2.5

English requirements

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105

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70

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6

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Other requirements

General requirements

Applicants to the M.S.T.E. program in EE must hold a B.S degree in Electrical Engineering or related fields from an accredited university, with a GPA not less than 2.5 / 4.00 or equivalent, in addition to the general requirements set by the College of Graduate and Interdisciplinary Studies.

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Tuition Fees

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Non-residents

2025 USD / year

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Living costs

Dhahran

Saudi Arabia

2665 - 3000 SAR / month

The living costs include the total expenses per month, covering accommodation, public transportation, utilities (electricity, internet), books and groceries.

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