New York University, Abu Dhabi

18 Programs 3 Degree levels

A fully funded PhD-level fellowship combining one year of graduate coursework at NYU New York with three to four years of research at NYU Abu Dhabi. Suits students seeking intensive experimental or theoretical physics training with access to advanced instrumentation and cross‑campus support during a multi‑year doctorate.

What you'll study

Students complete graduate coursework during the first year at NYU New York and then undertake cutting‑edge physics research in NYU Abu Dhabi laboratories. Experimental students have access to advanced microscopy, imaging and prototyping facilities that support experimental biophysics and related work; research topics and methods reflect the faculty and lab strengths at NYU Abu Dhabi.

Entry requirements

Applications open in mid‑September for admission the following Fall. For further information or enquiries about the application process contact nyuad.graduateadmissions@nyu.edu.

Career prospects

The programme includes career development assistance at both campuses to support transition into research‑oriented roles, academia or industry. Specific career outcomes depend on the student’s research focus and subsequent professional choices.

Scholarships & funding angle (general)

If selected the doctorate is fully funded under the NYU Abu Dhabi Global PhD Student Fellowship. Funding provisions include tuition, fees and health insurance for the duration of the programme; a research assistantship and stipend provided by NYU Abu Dhabi; assistance for degree‑related travel between Abu Dhabi and New York; campus accommodation at no cost in Abu Dhabi; and a contribution toward accommodation costs in New York.

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