PhD Position in Engineering Fields with Full Fellowship at United Arab Emirates University (Fall 2026) United Arab Emirates University in United Arab Emirates

Prof. Mohammad Jawaid, Distinguished Professor at United Arab Emirates University, invites applications for PhD positions in any branch of Engineering for the Fall 2026 semester. The opportunity is open to candidates holding both Bachelor and Master degrees in Engineering disciplines. Successful applicants will be eligible for a full fellowship, subject to meeting academic and publication requirements.

Eligibility criteria include a strong academic record (Master's OGPA: 3.5-4.0, Bachelor's OGPA: 3.0-4.0), at least one first-author publication in a Q1 journal, and one or two additional papers as first author or co-author in Scopus-indexed journals. Proficiency in English is required, demonstrated by an IELTS score of 6.5 or equivalent TOEFL score.

The fellowship covers full funding, though specific details on stipend and tuition are not provided. The online application process will commence soon, and interested candidates are encouraged to contact Prof. Jawaid directly at [email protected] for further information and to express their interest. This is an excellent opportunity for aspiring researchers in Mechanical, Chemical, Civil, Electrical Engineering, and Materials Science to join a leading research university in the United Arab Emirates.

Key research areas include all branches of engineering, with a focus on candidates who have demonstrated research capability through high-quality publications. The application deadline for the Fall 2026 intake is December 28, 2025.