New York University, Abu Dhabi

What you'll study

Students undertake the Transportation Systems PhD curriculum administered by NYU Tandon, with graduate coursework delivered in New York and research activities performed in NYU Abu Dhabi’s labs. The programme emphasises cutting-edge transportation systems research within the broader Civil & Urban Engineering remit.

Entry requirements

Admissions follow NYU Tandon’s Transportation Systems PhD requirements. The fellowship page directs applicants to consult the programme’s admission criteria for specific prerequisites and documentation. Applications open in mid-September for entry the following Fall.

Career prospects

Graduates receive an NYU doctoral degree and gain research experience across NYU’s New York and Abu Dhabi campuses. The fellowship’s combination of coursework, lab-based research, and career development support at both sites prepares students for research and academic roles, and for technical leadership positions in transportation and urban engineering sectors.

Scholarships & funding angle (general)

NYU Abu Dhabi provides comprehensive financial support through the fellowship: tuition, fees, and health insurance are covered; fellows receive a generous research assistantship and stipend; assistance is offered for degree-related travel between Abu Dhabi and New York; campus accommodation in Abu Dhabi is provided at no cost, with a contribution toward accommodation costs in New York; and career development services are available at both campuses.