ELIGIBILITY:

Online application form (view guide here)

Undergraduate students in the third/fourth year of STEM-related majors, including students in Australian-style Honours degrees with a CGPA of 3.5 (on a 4.0 scale) or equivalent

Official enrolment letter from the University Registrar that includes registration status, admission date, program duration/expected graduation date

Official academic transcript that includes all registered courses from the first until the current semester with course names, grades and credit hours

Statement of Purpose

In a 400-word essay, explain why you would like to participate in the UGRIP at MBZUAI and include the following information:

Motivation for applying

Personal and academic background and how it makes you suitable for the UGRIP

Stand-out achievements (e.g., awards, distinction, etc.)

Goals as a prospective UGRIP participant

Preferred career path and plans

Any other details that will support the application

Official evidence of English language proficiency, such as an official letter from the University Registrar confirming that English is the medium of instruction at the applicant’s university or a valid certificate of any of the following:

TOEFL iBT with a minimum total score of 90

IELTS Academic with a minimum overall score of 6.5

Colored copy of passport (valid for at least one year)

All submitted documents must either be in English, originally, or include legal English translations. Additionally, official academic documents should be stamped and signed by the university authorities.

BENEFIT:

A generous stipend

Private accommodation

Visa and airfare support

Comprehensive health insurance

Access to MBZUAI’s advanced research facilities

Cultural activities and trips to Abu Dhabi and Dubai