Graduate Sponsorship Research Award (GSRA) Turn Your Capstone Project into Graduate Success with UDST!
The GSRA empowers you to transform your bachelor’s capstone project into a steppingstone toward graduate excellence. Join graduate programs at UDST and seize this exclusive scholarship opportunity. This prestigious initiative nurtures future faculty and researchers through two tracks: Local Track (study within Qatar-open to both residents and citizens of Qatar) and International Track (study abroad for Qatari nationals and applicants with Qatari mothers).
Who Can Apply
- Under 40 years old at the submission deadline.
- Employed in Qatar.
- Accepted into or applying for full-time graduate programs starting the next academic year.
Funding and Benefits
GSRA offers comprehensive support:
- Master’s degree: Up to 2 years; Ph.D.: Up to 4 years.
- Tuition fees: Fully covered.
- Conference allowance: Up to QAR 18,000/year.
- Health insurance and settlement allowance for international awardees.
- Annual air ticket for international awardees.
Previously Awarded Projects by UDST Graduate Students
Important Dates for the 13th GSRA Cycle
2026
March
Open Proposal Submission
30 March 2026 12:00 PM (Doha time)
2026
May
Close Proposal Submission
04 May 2026 12:00 PM (Doha time)
2026
May
RO Final Proposal Submission and Vetting
11 May 2026 12:00 PM (Doha time)
2026
May
Ineligible Proposals Notification
2026
June
Awards Announcement
GSRA Consultations
For guidance on GSRA eligibility criteria, application requirements, and the submission process, you can book a consultation with our team.