College of Health and Life Sciences Admissions
Source: https://www.hbku.edu.qa/en/chls/admission-requirements Parent: https://www.hbku.edu.qa/en/admissions
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Overview
At Hamad Bin Khalifa University, our people are our greatest strength. When you enroll on an academic program at HBKU, you become part of a thriving community that is committed to excellence and innovation.
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Admissions Process
Here’s an Overview of our Admissions Process:
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##### Create Account
Click on “Apply Now” to create a user account. Once the account is created, log in using your credentials. - 02
##### Submit Application
Start the application process by choosing your desired college and program. You can submit up to two applications per academic year. - 03
##### Upload Documents & References
After submitting your application, you will receive a confirmation email with instructions to log back into your account, submit supplementary documents, and provide contact details for your references. - 04
##### Application Review
In the preliminary application review, the HBKU admissions team checks the application for completion and eligibility before forwarding it to the relevant college for assessment. - 05
##### Receive Offer of Admissions
Applicants will be notified when the college makes a decision. Accepted applicants will receive an offer letter.
Admissions Policies
Important Dates
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Online graduate admission application opens to the public
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Oct 2025 - ##### Admission application deadline for International applicants
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Feb 2026 - ##### Admission application last day for Qatari and resident applicants who wish to apply for funding
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Mar 2026 - ##### Late admission application deadline for Qatari and resident applicants
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May 2026
Programs and Requirements
Applicants seeking admissions to the CHLS graduate programs at HBKU should have a strong academic record (minimum 3.0 GPA out of 4) from a recognized university. Applicants to the Master of Science programs should have a bachelor’s degree, while applicants to the PhD programs should have a master’s degree.
Applicants to the MS or PhD programs in genomics and precision medicine or biological and biomedical sciences, biopsychology and neuroscience, should have a strong background in science and evidence of coursework in biological or medical sciences. Applicants seeking admissions to the MS in Exercise Science program should have a bachelor’s degree in exercise science or a related field (e.g. biological/ biomedical sciences).
Applicants are required to submit a valid IELTS score of 6.5 or TOEFL score of 79 to demonstrate their proficiency in English. Further details about the language proficiency requirement and the process to seek exemption (if applicable) are available from admissions.hbku.edu.qa
Applicants with prior research experience are preferred, particularly for the PhD programs.
Admissions Requirements
Application
A completed online application form\ admissions.hbku.edu.qa
Academic transcripts
Official electronic copies of transcripts should be submitted as part of the online application. Final transcripts and graduation statements are required for all previous university studies. All transcripts submitted should include an explanation of the grading system. For those who have not completed their current studies, transcripts must include results from the last completed semester of coursework. Transcripts in languages other than English or Arabic must be accompanied with an official translation. Applicants who are admitted to the program based on copies of or incomplete transcripts will be required to provide original transcripts upon enrollment in order to register for courses.
Standardized test results
Official copies (where required) must be sent directly to HBKU. Please refer to the institutional codes below:
- TOEFL: 4981
- IELTS: No code required. Students should ask the IELTS center where they tested to send the IELTS TRF to Hamad Bin Khalifa University
Applicants should also submit copies of their test scores with the online application.
Letters of recommendation
Applicants should submit letters of recommendation, preferably from academic referees:
At least two letters of recommendation:
- Biological and Biomedical Sciences programs
- Genomics and Precision Medicine programs
- MS in Biopsychology and Neuroscience
At least three letters of recommendation:
- MS in Exercise Science program
- PhD in Biopsychology and Neuroscience
Personal statement of interest
Applicants should submit a personal statement (300-500 words) as part of the online application. The statement should explain why the candidate is applying to the program and how their studies will contribute to the achievement of their personal objectives, including information about the applicant’s research interests and achievements.
Resume/Curriculum Vitae
Applicants should submit a copy of their current resume or curriculum vitae as part of the online application. This should include the following information:
- Academic qualifications
- Professional experience
- Publications
- Research projects
- Academic awards or honors
- Conference presentations
Identification document
All applicants should submit an electronic copy of their passport as part of the online application. Nationals and residents of Qatar should also submit their valid Qatari ID.\
Application fee
Non-refundable application fee (QAR 250)
Tuition and Student Funding
The College of Health and Life Sciences provides a limited number of tuition waivers on a competitive basis.
To view tuition fees, please click here.
Admissions inquiries
General inquiries
Notice
- Please do not submit any additional application materials which are not on the list of required items. Any additional materials received will be automatically discarded.
- HBKU cannot return documents to the applicant once they are submitted.
- All documents submitted through the online application must be in PDF format. Any documents submitted in a different format will not be accepted.
Contact Us
We understand that prospective and incoming students have a wide range of needs, and it can sometimes be difficult to find specific information. Whether you're looking for a tour of HBKU, financial aid, or registration for classes, connect with us to find the help you need.
| Entity Name | Working Hours | Phone Number | Email Address |
|---|---|---|---|
| College of Health and Life Sciences | 7.30 am - 3.30 pm | 44546553 | admissions.chls@hbku.edu.qa |
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