🇸🇦 Saudi Arabia Master 1.5 years English

MSc Environmental Science and Engineering

Tuition Free (fully funded; stipend provided)
Degree Master
Duration 1.5 years
Starts September or October (autumn intake); some programs also start in spring

Program Overview

Fully funded programme at KAUST studying marine biology, climate science, and environmental engineering along the Red Sea coast. Access to world-class coral reef research facilities. All admitted students receive full tuition, housing, and generous stipend. KAUST’s endowment is among the largest of any university worldwide.

Entry requirements

  • A relevant bachelor's degree (a 2:1 or equivalent is typical)
  • Proof of English proficiency (IELTS or TOEFL) if your prior study was not in English
  • Official academic transcripts and certificates
  • A statement of purpose and letters of recommendation
  • A CV and any program-specific prerequisites

What you will study

  • Engineering mathematics, mechanics, and materials
  • Design, modelling, and laboratory or project work
  • Specialist modules in your engineering discipline
  • A major design or research project

Career outcomes

  • Professional engineer in your specialism
  • Design, R&D, or project engineering roles
  • Sectors such as energy, manufacturing, construction, and technology
  • Pathways to chartered engineer status or further study

How to apply

  • Check the MSc Environmental Science and Engineering program page on the King Abdullah University of Science and Technology website
  • Apply through the university's online application portal
  • Prepare your documents: transcripts, language test scores, a statement of purpose, and references
  • Submit your application and pay any application fee before the deadline
  • If admitted, accept your offer and arrange your student visa or permit
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