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Overview
The general objective of the Sustainable and Renewable Energy program from King Fahd University of Petroleum & Minerals is to prepare professionals and leaders with the skills required to address the challenges of transforming the Kingdom's electric energy sector into a highly efficient, reliable entity.
The program graduates will have acquired state-of-the-art knowledge, critical thinking, and problem-solving skills to address the technical, economic and environmental issues in the design of renewable and sustainable energy systems. Moreover, the graduates will have attained the methodical attributes to operate, control, evaluate, and manage the renewable and sustainable energy systems of the future. Hence, they will advance and lead the Kingdom's renewable and sustainable electric energy sector into a highly efficient, reliable entity.
Learning Objectives
The general objective of the program is to prepare professionals and leaders with the knowledge, skills, and competence required to address the challenges of transforming the Kingdom's electric energy sector into a highly efficient, sustainable and reliable entity. The specific objectives are:
- The graduates will have acquired state-of-the-art knowledge, critical thinking, and problem-solving skills to address the technical, economic and environmental issues in the design of renewable and sustainable energy systems.
- The graduates will have attained the methodical attributes to operate, control, evaluate, and manage the renewable and sustainable energy systems of the future.
- The graduates will advance and lead the Kingdom's renewable and sustainable electric energy sector into a highly efficient, reliable entity.
Programme Structure
Courses include:
Electric Energy Systems
Sustainable and Renewable Energy Systems
Advanced Energy Conversion
Renewable Energy Integration
Solar Photovoltaic Systems
Energy Economics, Policies, and Regulations
Key information
Duration
- Part-time
- 24 months
Start dates & application deadlines
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More details
Deadlines: 30 June MS (Thesis-Based) and 11 July MS Programs (Project-Based).
Language
English
Duolingo English Test 105
TOEFL® IBT OR
70
IELTS 6
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Credits
30 alternative credits
Delivered
On Campus
Campus Location
- Dhahran, Saudi Arabia
Disciplines
Sustainable EnergyWhat students do after studying
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Academic requirements
GPA 2.5
English requirements
Duolingo English Test 105
TOEFL® IBT OR
70
IELTS 6
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Other requirements
General requirements
- The program is open to males and females.
- A Bachelor (B.Sc.) Degree in engineering from a recognized institution.
- A Grade-Point Average (GPA) of 2.5 or higher on a scale of 4.00 or equivalent. Official transcripts and degree certificates are required for final admission.
- Completion of TOEFL with a minimum score of 520 (PBT), 190 (CBT), or 68 (IBT). IELTS is also acceptable (minimum band-6.0).
- At least two letters of recommendation, where one letter can be from industry.
- A short introductory video (no longer than 2 minutes) in English that briefly introduces you and highlights your motivation and reasons for applying to the program.
- Passing an admission interview.
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Tuition Fees
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Applies to youNon-residents2025 USD / year≈ 2025 USD / year
Living costs
Dhahran
Saudi Arabia
2665 - 3000 SAR / month
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Scholarships Information
Below you will find Master's scholarship opportunities for Sustainable and Renewable Energy.
Available Scholarships
You are eligible to apply for these scholarships but a selection process will still be applied by the provider.
Independent provider
Grant
1000 USD
Deadline
30 Nov 2026
ServiceScape Scholarship
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Independent provider
Grant
3500 USD
Deadline
15 Nov 2026
ACES Scholarships
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Independent provider
Grant
Various benefits
Deadline
Not specified
Erasmus+ - Grants for study mobility
Merit-based
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Independent provider
Grant
Various benefits
Deadline
Not specified
Queen Elizabeth Commonwealth Scholarships
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Independent provider
Grant
Various benefits
Deadline
15 Sep 2027
Global Access Scholarships
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Independent provider
Grant
1000 USD
Deadline
01 Mar 2027
Voice Talent Online Scholarship
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Independent provider
Grant
1000 USD
Deadline
06 Jan 2027
Jewish Heritage Scholarship
Merit-based
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Independent provider
Grant
1000 USD
Deadline
13 Jan 2027
Dream Chaser Scholarship
Merit-based
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Independent provider
Grant
5000 CAD
Deadline
31 Dec 2026
Pinsky Law New Venture Development Scholarship
Merit-based
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Independent provider
Grant
3000 USD
Deadline
31 Dec 2026
Scholarship for students with disabilities
Need-based
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Independent provider
Grant
10000 USD
Deadline
Not specified
The Education for Sustainable Energy Development (ESED) scholarship
Merit-based
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Independent provider
Grant
1500 USD
Deadline
Not specified
The Annual IELTS from 6 to 9 Scholarship
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Independent provider
Grant
12000 USD
Deadline
11 Jan 2027
Tobacco Harm Reduction Scholarship Programme
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Independent provider
Grant
Various benefits
Deadline
Not specified
Erasmus Mundus Joint Masters scholarships
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Independent provider
Grant
965 USD
Deadline
Anytime
Dr. Martin Blank – SYB Scholarship
Merit-based
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