Application Process

Curtin University Dubai is currently inviting applications for its full-time PhD program from qualified and motivated candidates committed to impactful research. The program offers a fully funded opportunity in the following focus areas:

Application submission

Interested candidates must submit the following documents via email to [email protected]

• Complete Application Form
• Update Curriculum Vitae as per the required format
• List of research publications 
• A brief research proposal aligned with one of the listed focus areas

Please note that only shortlisted candidates will be contacted for an interview.

Eligibility criteria

To be considered for the PhD program, applicants must meet the following requirements:

Qualification requirements:

For Business and Psychology Focus: 
A Master’s degree (Coursework) with a high standard, or a Bachelor Honours degree (first or second class), or a Bachelor’s degree with a Graduate Diploma (or equivalent), as deemed equivalent by Curtin University.

For Engineering Focus:
A Master’s degree (Research) with evidence of at least a 25% research component (e.g., thesis or research project) 

Other requirements:

• A strong academic background with a demonstrated interest in the area of research.
• Prior research experience and publications are highly desirable.
• English language proficiency meeting Curtin University’s admission requirements, such as an IELTS overall band score of 6.5 with a minimum of 6.0 in each band, or an equivalent qualification.