# Project-Based Master’s Degrees
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# Project-Based Master’s Degrees
### You want a master’s degree that adds to your expertise, moving your life and goals forward. At KFUPM, you can choose from 40+ project-based programs in emerging fields, such as AI, robotics & autonomous systems, quantum computing, cybersecurity, or nuclear energy.
All KFUPM Master of Science (MS) programs are recognized by Saudi Arabia’s Ministry of Education. Many of them are interdisciplinary or hybrid (both online and on campus), designed to keep your study load second only to your professional priorities while building momentum in areas that truly resonate with you.
## Graduate Pathways for Professionals
Most master’s programs finish in 1–2 years, with classes offered only twice per week and after working hours. This schedule is specially designed with working professionals in mind. At the end of your studies, you will complete a project with a practical deliverable that has measurable impact, serving as a precursor to your next role or venture. In the absence of a thesis, your applied work lets your strengths shine through and communicate results convincingly to employers and partners.
Our master’s degrees also include executive options, such as the [**Executive MBA**](https://kbs.kfupm.edu.sa/emba/emba-overview/) or the [**Executive Master of Engineering in Sustainable and Renewable Energy**](https://ee.kfupm.edu.sa/academics/Graduate_Programs/meg-in-sustainable-and-renewable-energy). You learn from KFUPM faculty alongside industry experts and visiting professors, connecting with a broad presence across companies and scientific institutions. Admission to executive programs considers work experience in addition to academic qualifications, acknowledging the value of what you already bring to the table. Executive courses run primarily on weekends so you can advance without pausing your career.
Discounts are available for international students, Saudi citizens, KFUPM alumni, and early-bird registration. You can subscribe for admissions updates and get notified once registration cycles are open [**here**](https://ms.kfupm.edu.sa/).
#### The Hive Option
### Opt for remote learning if you are 90 minutes away from campus.
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### Here are the essential requirements:
- A recognized Bachelor's degree
- GPA of 2.5+ out of 4.0 (or equivalent)
- IELTS score of 6+ or TOEFL of 70+ (exceptions apply for select applicants)
- Two recommendation letters
- Non-refundable processing fee (100 SAR)
- Statement-of-Purpose letter
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## Degree list
- ##### [Executive Master of Business Administration (EMBA)](http://ms.kfupm.edu.sa#executive-master-of-business-administration-(emba))
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2 Years
- ##### [Master of Business Administration (MBA)](http://ms.kfupm.edu.sa#master-of-business-administration-(mba))
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2 Years
- ##### [Master of Computational Material and Modelling](http://ms.kfupm.edu.sa#master-of-computational-material-and-modelling)
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2 Years
- ##### [Master of Engineering in Sustainable and Renewable Energy](http://ms.kfupm.edu.sa#master-of-engineering-in-sustainable-and-renewable-energy)
MX
2 Years
- ##### [Master of Reservoir Characterization](http://ms.kfupm.edu.sa#master-of-reservoir-characterization)
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2 Years
- ##### [Master of Science in Artificial Intelligence](http://ms.kfupm.edu.sa#master-of-science-in-artificial-intelligence)
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2 Years (Standard) or 1 Year (Accelerated)
- ##### [Master of Science in Bioengineering](http://ms.kfupm.edu.sa#master-of-science-in-bioengineering)
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2 Years (Standard) or 1 Year (Accelerated)
- ##### [Master of Science in Business Analytics](http://ms.kfupm.edu.sa#master-of-science-in-business-analytics)
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2 Years (Standard) or 1 Year (Accelerated)
- ##### [Master of Science in Computer Networks](http://ms.kfupm.edu.sa#master-of-science-in-computer-networks)
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2 Years (Standard) or 1 Year (Accelerated)
- ##### [Master of Science in Construction Engineering and Management](http://ms.kfupm.edu.sa#master-of-science-in-construction-engineering-and-management)
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1 Year
- ##### [Master of Science in Cybersecurity](http://ms.kfupm.edu.sa#master-of-science-in-cybersecurity)
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2 Years (Standard) or 1 Year (Accelerated)
- ##### [Master of Science in Data Science & Analytics](http://ms.kfupm.edu.sa#master-of-science-in-data-science-&-analytics)
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2 Years (Standard) or 1 Year (Accelerated)
- ##### [Master of Science in Energy Sustainability & Carbon Management](http://ms.kfupm.edu.sa#master-of-science-in-energy-sustainability-&-carbon-management)
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2 Years
- ##### [Master of Science in Engineering Management](http://ms.kfupm.edu.sa#master-of-science-in-engineering-management)
MX
2 Years
- ##### [Master of Science in Environmental Science and Engineering](http://ms.kfupm.edu.sa#master-of-science-in-environmental-science-and-engineering)
MX
1 Year
- ##### [Master of Science in Facilities Management](http://ms.kfupm.edu.sa#master-of-science-in-facilities-management)
MX
1 Year
- ##### [Master of Science in Flow Assurance](http://ms.kfupm.edu.sa#master-of-science-in-flow-assurance)
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2 Years (Standard) or 1 Year (Accelerated)
- ##### [Master of Science in High Performance and Cloud Computing](http://ms.kfupm.edu.sa#master-of-science-in-high-performance-and-cloud-computing)
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2 Years (Standard) or 1 Year (Accelerated)
- ##### [Master of Science in High-Performance Building Engineering](http://ms.kfupm.edu.sa#master-of-science-in-high-performance-building-engineering)
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2 Years (Standard) or 1 Year (Accelerated)
- ##### [Master of Science in Human Resource Management](http://ms.kfupm.edu.sa#master-of-science-in-human-resource-management)
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2 Years (Standard) or 1 Year (Accelerated)
- ##### [Master of Science in Industrial Catalysis](http://ms.kfupm.edu.sa#master-of-science-in-industrial-catalysis)
MX
2 Years
- ##### [Master of Science in Intelligent Geosystems](http://ms.kfupm.edu.sa#master-of-science-in-intelligent-geosystems)
MX
2 Years
- ##### [Master of Science in Intelligent Hydrocarbon Field](http://ms.kfupm.edu.sa#master-of-science-in-intelligent-hydrocarbon-field)
MX
2 Years
- ##### [Master of Science in Intelligent Process Control](http://ms.kfupm.edu.sa#master-of-science-in-intelligent-process-control)
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2 Years (Standard) or 1 Year (Accelerated)
- ##### [Master of Science in Intelligent Transportation Engineering](http://ms.kfupm.edu.sa#master-of-science-in-intelligent-transportation-engineering)
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2 Years (Standard) or 1 Year (Accelerated)
- ##### [Master of Science in Maintenance and Reliability](http://ms.kfupm.edu.sa#master-of-science-in-maintenance-and-reliability)
MX
1 Year
- ##### [Master of Science in Material Science and Engineering](http://ms.kfupm.edu.sa#master-of-science-in-material-science-and-engineering)
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2 Years (Standard) or 1 Year (Accelerated)
- ##### [Master of Science in Modeling and Simulation](http://ms.kfupm.edu.sa#master-of-science-in-modeling-and-simulation)
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2 Years (Standard) or 1 Year (Accelerated)
- ##### [Master of Science in Non-Profit Management](http://ms.kfupm.edu.sa#master-of-science-in-non-profit-management)
MX
2 Years
- ##### [Master of Science in Nuclear Engineering](http://ms.kfupm.edu.sa#master-of-science-in-nuclear-engineering)
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2 Years (Standard) or 1 Year (Accelerated)
- ##### [Master of Science in Petrochemical Engineering](http://ms.kfupm.edu.sa#master-of-science-in-petrochemical-engineering)
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2 Years (Standard) or 1 Year (Accelerated)
- ##### [Master of Science in Polymer Science and Engineering](http://ms.kfupm.edu.sa#master-of-science-in-polymer-science-and-engineering)
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2 Years (Standard) or 1 Year (Accelerated)
- ##### [Master of Science in Process Safety Engineering](http://ms.kfupm.edu.sa#master-of-science-in-process-safety-engineering)
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2 Years (Standard) or 1 Year (Accelerated)
- ##### [Master of Science in Project Management](http://ms.kfupm.edu.sa#master-of-science-in-project-management)
MX
1-Year Track (In-person) or 2-Year Track (HIVE)
- ##### [Master of Science in Quantitative Finance](http://ms.kfupm.edu.sa#master-of-science-in-quantitative-finance)
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2 Years (Standard) or 1 Year (Accelerated)
- ##### [Master of Science in Quantum Computing](http://ms.kfupm.edu.sa#master-of-science-in-quantum-computing)
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2 Years (Standard) or 1 Year (Accelerated)
- ##### [Master of Science in Robotics and Autonomous Intelligent Systems](http://ms.kfupm.edu.sa#master-of-science-in-robotics-and-autonomous-intelligent-systems)
MX
1 Year
- ##### [Master of Science in Smart and Sustainable Cities](http://ms.kfupm.edu.sa#master-of-science-in-smart-and-sustainable-cities)
MX
1 Year
- ##### [Master of Science in Supply Chain Management](http://ms.kfupm.edu.sa#master-of-science-in-supply-chain-management)
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2 Years (Standard) or 1 Year (Accelerated)
- ##### [Master of Science in Sustainability and Environmental Management](http://ms.kfupm.edu.sa#master-of-science-in-sustainability-and-environmental-management)
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1 Year
- ##### [Master of Science in Sustainable and Renewable Energy](http://ms.kfupm.edu.sa#master-of-science-in-sustainable-and-renewable-energy)
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1 Year
- ##### [Master of Science in Sustainable Concrete Structures](http://ms.kfupm.edu.sa#master-of-science-in-sustainable-concrete-structures)
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1 Year
- ##### [Master of Science in Unconventional Hydrocarbon Resources](http://ms.kfupm.edu.sa#master-of-science-in-unconventional-hydrocarbon-resources)
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2 Years
- ##### [Master of Science in Unmanned Aircraft Systems](http://ms.kfupm.edu.sa#master-of-science-in-unmanned-aircraft-systems)
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2 Years (Standard) or 1 Year (Accelerated)
- ##### [Master of Science in Visual and Spatial Computing](http://ms.kfupm.edu.sa#master-of-science-in-visual-and-spatial-computing)
MX
2 Years
- ##### [Master of Science in Water Treatment and Desalination](http://ms.kfupm.edu.sa#master-of-science-in-water-treatment-and-desalination)
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2 Years (Standard) or 1 Year (Accelerated)
- ##### [Master of Science in Wireless Communication Networks](http://ms.kfupm.edu.sa#master-of-science-in-wireless-communication-networks)
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2 Years (Standard) or 1 Year (Accelerated)
- ##### [Master of Science in Internet of Things and Embedded Systems](http://ms.kfupm.edu.sa#master-of-science-in-internet-of-things-and-embedded-systems)
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2 Years (Standard) or 1 Year (Accelerated)
## Start Your Journey
By completing your advanced studies at KFUPM, you’re choosing an exclusive experience from a research-centered institution with networks across industry and policy. Whether you want to deepen expertise in an emerging field or pivot into a new one, you’ll find projects that align with real-world needs and a format that respects your time. If you’re ready to study with intention, grow your impact, and earn a degree that travels well, explore our program pages, note the upcoming cycle, and start your application today.
[Apply Now](https://ms.kfupm.edu.sa/)