48 PhD Programs in Engineering in the Middle East

Specializations within engineering

Top universities for Engineering in the Middle East

Ranked by how many engineering programs each one runs in the Middle East — the count is next to the name.

• Khalifa University of Science and Technology (8)
• American University of Sharjah (7)
• King Abdullah University of Science and Technology (7)
• Heriot-Watt University, Dubai (6)
• United Arab Emirates University (6)
• University of Sharjah (5)
• British University in Dubai (2)
• Khalifa University (2)
• New York University Abu Dhabi (2)
• King Abdulaziz University (1)

PhD in Engineering in the Middle East: common questions

How many engineering programs are there in the Middle East?

48 engineering phd programs at 12 universities in the Middle East are open to international students, as of 12 October 2026.

How much does a engineering degree in the Middle East cost?

The median annual fee (programs billed per year) for phd programs in engineering in the Middle East is 38,696 USD. The middle half of those programs charge between 28,177 USD and 49,008 USD a year.

Can I study engineering in the Middle East in English?

Yes — 85% of the engineering programs in the Middle East in our catalog are taught in English (41 of 48).