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Khalifa University of Science in Abu Dhabi
| University name | Khalifa University of Science |
| Director's name | Dr Mohammed Ebrahim Al Mualla (Interim Provost) |
| Executive body or owner | Board of Trustees, Abu Dhabi Government |
| Date founded | September 2008 |
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| Type of institute | government non-profit university, Ministry of Higher Education license |
| University location / area | (no map) |
| Postal address | Abu Dhabi, UAE |
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| info@kustar.ac.ae | |
| Website | www.kustar.ac.ae |
| Curriculum | UAE |
| Qualifications | PhD, BE, MSc |
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03 June 2009
Khalifa University (KUSTAR) is offering "The UAE Nuclear Energy Scholarships" to UAE Nationals interested in nuclear energy studies. Students have all tuition paid for, receive a monthly salary, and if studying overseas have flights, medical, and accommodation costs covered. Bachelor degree scholarships are worth AED 8,000 per month for basic salary and AED 18,350 total. Masters degree scholarships are worth AED 20k-40k per month. Tel 800-332211 (toll free in UAE) for more details. Scholarships available for the following programs:
- Bachelors Degree in Electrical Engineering (BSc)
- Bachelors Degree in Mechanical Engineering (BSc)
- Bachelors Degree in Nuclear Engineering (BSc)
- Masters Degree in Nuclear Engineering (MSc)
09 June 2008
- Full name is Khalifa University of Science, Technology and Research (KUSTAR).
- Three or four websites showing the same content - www.euc.ac.ae, www.ku.ac.ae, www.kustar.ac.ae, and maybe www.ece.ac.ae. Primary site appears to be www.ku.ac.ae.
- Contact toll free in UAE tel 800332211
- There is also a Sharjah Khalifa University of Science branch which merged with the Etisalat University College in February 2008.
- Ministry of Higher Education and Scientific Research (MOHESR) accreditation reported 09 June 2008 (Khaleej Times).
- Courses in communication engineering, computer engineering, electronic engineering, Engineering, Logistics Management, Health Sciences, and Applied Sciences to be offered at the Abu Dhabi campus (also Homeland Security?).
- Abu Dhabi campus will admit students to foundation program only, and all students will be on full scholarship for academic year 2008-2009. UAE and possibly expatriate students admitted (male and female) although KUSTAR seems to be predominantly Emirati nationals.
- Temporary campus in Abu Dhabi opened September 2008, permanant campus under construction
MOHESR accredited courses
- Bachelor of Engineering BEng (Hons) Communication Engineering
- Bachelor of Engineering BEng (Hons) Computer Engineering
- Bachelor of Engineering BEng (Hons) Electronic Engineering
- Master of Science in Research Engineering MSc
- Doctor of Philosophy Engineering PhD (computer/communication/electronics)
Last update 03 June 2009
General Comments - might not apply to Khalifa University of Science
- Fees, facilities, education quality varies widely. Allow extra fees for visa, transport, accommodation.
- Salaries, accommodation, other benefits for lecturers vary substantially. Check contracts carefully for medical, housing, flight allowances, etc.
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