Ensure inclusive and equitable quality education and promote lifelong learning opportunities for all
4.1 EDUCATION & RESEARCH
Exposing young researchers to world-class mentorship
KAUST
Visiting Student Research Program ( VSRP ) is a unique program that offers highly qualified and motivated students the chance to conduct innovative research at KAUST , and have access to the cutting-edge research facilities , world-class faculty and talented researchers hosted by KAUST . Students or recent undergraduates are invited to apply to research projects across several scientific and engineering fields , with a duration of 3 to 6 months .
The program allows students with an insatiable curiosity and strong academic performance to pursue their research questions under the guidance and support of KAUST faculty mentors . The program is fully sponsored by KAUST and students are entitled to free healthcare , housing and a living allowance during the time of the internship .
Visiting Student Research Program
130
VSRP Interns Accepted Each Year
130 +
Number of Countries Interns Join Us From
200 +
Research Projects
An opportunity for gifted students to grow
Established in 2008 , even before the campus being officially inaugurated , the
KAUST Gifted Student Program ( KGSP ) aims to create a pool of highly-qualified Saudi students within the fields of science , technology , engineering , and math ( STEM ). As a fully-funded scholarship , the KGSP supports the Kingdom ’ s most talented youth to earn their STEM bachelor ’ s degrees at premier U . S . universities , in preparation for their future graduate studies at KAUST . Throughout their undergraduate programs , recipients receive unmatched academic , developmental , and pre- professional support . Arriving in the U . S over 2021 , Cohort 13 counted with 103 students , having 62 freshmen started their foundation year and 41 following the direct-toundergraduate path . During 2022 , Cohort 14 counted with 104 students , from which 44 have started their foundation year and 60 moved directly to their undergraduate .
Christina Williams , KGSP Placement Manager ( far right ) with UIUC Foundation Year Counselor and KGSP students
Bringing lifelong opportunities to professionals
The
KAUST Academy launched in 2022 and works on creating micro-credential courses and accredited learning programs that are adapted to the busy schedule of professionals . As the Kingdom , and other economies , start prioritizing human capacity development centered on dynamic learning experiences , The KAUST Academy provides customized training solutions in the fields of advanced technology , business transformation , and specialized research techniques in physical science . Expanding and building on its quick success , the Academy is growing its portfolio of STEM-based course offerings and training , and establishing new partnerships designed to boost the labor market in both the public and private sectors . One example is the current tailored trainings in artificial intelligence - Artificial Intelligence Certificate and the AI Enrichment Program - which are aimed for public and private sector organizations such as the Education and Training Evaluation Commission ( ETEC ), Tahakom , Tadawul , Ministry of Interior , and Aramco .
KAUST Academy
400
Participants
8
High Quality Trainings Conducted
10
Catalogued Courses
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