The Postgraduate Diploma at KAUST is designed for Saudi citizens to elevate the nation's talent economy by developing well-rounded professionals equipped for future challenges. Graduates gain the competitive skills needed for the job market or further graduate studies at KAUST or internationally. The program:
- Offers STEM fundamentals and competencies, including data science, problem-solving, and entrepreneurship.
- Blends theory and practice to solve real-world problems.
- Supports Saudi Arabia's strategic priorities for economic diversification and innovation.
- Strengthens KAUST’s collaborations with universities and industry globally.
Program Benefits
Work with Leading Faculty
At KAUST, you’ll have the opportunity to learn, work, and live alongside some of the best minds in their field.
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Get access to cutting-edge facilities, equipment, expertise, and training.
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Join an international community of scholars and scientists living and working together in an all-inclusive campus.
Find Out MoreBiocience/Bioengineering Post Graduate Diploma
Bioscience works to address many global challenges. Understanding engineering these complex mechanisms is critical in areas such as global food security or health care. The PGDip Bioscience combines in-depth knowledge with the ability to work in crosscutting areas such as bioinformatics.
Curriculum Snapshot
| August-December | January | February-April | May-June | ||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| English Language I | English Language II | Winter Enrichment Program / Entrepreneurship for all (WEP X E4A) | English Communication | Debate and presentation | Capstone Bioinformatics |
| Science Lab I (General) | Bioscience Lab I | Bioscience Lab II | Bioscience Lab III | Capstone Test, Diagnostics, Sequencing | |
| Chemistry I | Physics I | Molecular Biology I | Molecular Biology II | Capstone Sustainability | |
| Calculus I | Introduction to Bioinformatics | Cell Biology I | Cell Biology II | ||
| Statistics and R programming | Programming with Python I | Elective | Elective | ||
| Capstone project | |||||
Alumni Stories
Axel Mendoza Ortiz
Because there are only a handful of places in the world where you can accomplish the research done in KAUST. Not to mention it's beautiful.
Bilal Maassarani
KAUST is a compact city exuding Southern California charm dedicated for scientific research and resident well-being, fostering an environment where inhabitants can fully focus on impactful scientific.
Maria Alejandra Perea Barreto
KAUST opened my eyes to a lot of new and state-of-the-art research opportunities that could be done here. High-quality of research facilities, specialized labs, and available equipment is fascinating.
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