Overview

Students of this program will be either theoretically or experimentally oriented, depending on the type of research they are interested in.

The Physics program encompasses the following major branches of physics:

Atomic, Molecular, and Laser Physics
Condensed Matter Physics
Medical Physics
Nuclear Physics
Theoretical Physics

Radiation Physics

Jobs

We believe that King Fahd University of Petroleum & Minerals offers people like you an outstanding opportunity to make your mark as a faculty member and further your academic career in an exciting and dynamic environment. You will enjoy excellent teaching facilities and the chance to teach the top 5% of students in the kingdom. In addition, academics at KFUPM have access to some of the highest funded research programs for in various disciplines of science & engineering anywhere in the world. We also encourage members of faculty to develop individual research projects which could potentially lead to ground-breaking innovations in the energy and high tech sectors.

Programme Structure

Courses include:

Quantum Mechanics

Classical Mechanics
Thermodynamics

Advanced Methods of Theoretical Physics
Graduate Laboratory

Key information

Duration

Full-time
- 24 months

Start dates & application deadlines

Starting 2026-08-25 00:00:00
- Apply before 2026-07-15 00:00:00

Language

English

TOEFL^® IBT

68

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Credits

30 alternative credits

Delivered

On Campus

Campus Location

Dhahran, Saudi Arabia

Disciplines

Physics View 6 other Masters in Physics in Saudi Arabia

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Academic requirements

GPA

2.5

GRE^®

Required

English requirements

TOEFL^® IBT

68

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Other requirements

General requirements

Copy of identification (National ID for Saudi nationals / Passport for international applicants / Iqama for residents of Saudi Arabia).
Complete official transcripts for BS degree and MS degree (if applying to PhD).
Statement-of-Purpose (a one-page essay focusing on career and research goals).
Recommendation Letters from 3 Professors through the online recommendation system after submitting the online application.
GMAT scores for MBA program (for international applicants).
CV mentioning briefly education and work experience.
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Tuition Fees

Living costs

Dhahran

Saudi Arabia

2665 - 3000 SAR / month

The living costs include the total expenses per month, covering accommodation, public transportation, utilities (electricity, internet), books and groceries.

Funding

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