Applications are Open for the Visiting Student Research Program (VSRP) at KAUST

Name of the Event: Visiting Student Research Program

Duration: 3 - 6 Months

Place: King Abdullah University of Science and Technology, Saudi Arabia

Last Date of Application: All Year Round

Link to Apply:

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The Visiting Student Research Program (VSRP) at KAUST offers internships for 3rd and 4th-year bachelor’s and master’s students in science, technology, engineering, and mathematics (STEM). With over 100 faculty-led projects, students can choose research topics that align with their interests for internships lasting 3 to 6 months.

Internships are flexible, allowing you to choose your start and end dates at any point throughout the year. This year-round flexibility helps create an international community of interns from top universities. KAUST covers tuition fees, housing, return flights, and provides a monthly stipend for living expenses.

Entry Requirements:

• Undergraduate students in 3rd year or above and master’s students.

• Minimum GPA: 3.5/4

• English language proficiency (official exam scores may be required upon application evaluation)

• Current PhD candidates, KAUST students or KAUST alumni are ineligible to apply.

Documents Required:

1. Official Transcript(s) in English for all degrees

2. Letter of Recommendation from a Faculty member at your current institution

3. Valid Passport with at least 6 months' validity

4. Statement of Purpose

5. Curriculum Vitae (CV)

   
   

Cost of Study:

VSRP internship is a fully funded program. The benefits included in the program are-

• USD $1000 Monthly Stipend

• Private Bedroom/Bathroom

• Airfare to KAUST and back

• Social And Cultural Activities

• Access to Core laboratories and major research and community facilities

We are not the official organisers of the program. If you have any queries regarding it, kindly contact the organisers.