Master’s and PhD Programs in Mathematical Sciences at United Arab Emirates University (Spring 2026)
The Department of Mathematical Sciences at United Arab Emirates University (UAEU) invites applications for its Master’s and PhD programs for Spring 2026. UAEU is a leading national university located in the United Arab Emirates, offering advanced graduate programs in both pure and applied mathematics. The department is committed to excellence in education and research, with a diverse faculty specializing in areas such as numerical analysis, approximation theory, mathematical biology, graph theory, functional analysis, harmonic analysis, algebra, topology, financial mathematics, control systems, and cryptography.
Graduate students benefit from outstanding facilities, including multiple computer labs equipped with advanced software for mathematical research and teaching. The department fosters a vibrant academic environment with weekly seminars, workshops, and extracurricular activities such as the Math Club and Math Help Center. Students are encouraged to participate in research and professional development opportunities throughout their studies.
Multiple funding options are available for qualified applicants, including Chancellor’s Fellowships, Graduate Research Assistantships, Graduate Teaching Assistantships, Graduate Administrative Assistantships, and PhD Fellowships. These may cover tuition and provide stipends, subject to budget availability and selection criteria. Full-ride scholarships are available for eligible UAE nationals. Detailed information about scholarships and fellowships, including selection criteria, can be found on the university’s official website.
Applicants should have a strong academic background in mathematics or a closely related field. For the Master’s program, a relevant Bachelor’s degree is required; for the PhD program, a Master’s degree is necessary. Selection for scholarships and fellowships is competitive and based on factors such as university ranking, GPA, faculty recommendations, research publications, conference presentations, patents, and GRE scores. English proficiency and alignment with faculty research interests may also be required.
The application deadline for Spring 2026 admission is April 30, 2026. Prospective students are encouraged to review the research interests of faculty members to identify potential supervisors and to prepare all required documents, including transcripts and recommendation letters. For more information, visit the department’s website or contact Professor Qasem Al-Mdallal, Program Coordinator for Mathematics Graduate Programs.