Sheikh Saud Foundation

"We recognize that we in RAK are only as good as the schools we have and without good schools we cannot realise our dreams or take hold of our future."

"It is my hope and that of the government of RAK that we will be able to have the highest quality teachers and as a result the highest quality schools"

"We need to encourage excellence in our schools now more than ever, as the Arab world is still yet to reach its capacity and is yet to realise its dreams."

"If we in the Arab world are ever to be more than just consumers , then we need to embrace innovation and discovery as never before."

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FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

Below are answers to questions that are frequently asked by candidates interested in the Foundation's Scholarship opportunities.

[1] . I am currently enrolled as an MPhil at an accredited university. Must I wait until I am upgraded to PhD candidacy in order to be
eligible for the Doctoral Research Scholarship?

Yes, all applicants should be PhD candidates at an accredited university in order to be eligible for the Scholarship.

The Scholarship is available to those PhD candidates who are in the research stage of their degree, and would like to conduct the research relevant to their dissertation in Ras Al Khaimah. Therefore, it is best if MPhil candidates apply after being officially enrolled in a PhD program.

[2] . Will the Foundation fund research that will be conducted outside of Ras Al Khaimah?

No. The purpose of the Doctoral Research Scholarship is to encourage students to research an aspect of Policy or Education within Ras Al Khaimah and the UAE. As such, the Foundation cannot fund research that will be conducted outside of Ras Al Khaimah.

[3] . Does the Doctoral Research Scholarship allow students who are already attending a University in Ras Al Khaimah or the UAE to travel abroad for research?

No. The focus of the Doctoral Research Program is on Ras Al Khaimah, and only applications for studies to be conducted within the Emirate will be considered.

[4] . What is the duration of the Doctoral Research Scholarship?

The Scholarship covers the recipient’s return airfares, accommodation, stipend, research support and office space for a period of one year.

[5] . Is there any extra funding to cover the needs of families who accompany Scholarship recipients to Ras Al Khaimah?

No, the Foundation does not provide the above benefits to family members who wish to accompany the Scholarship recipient to Ras Al Khaimah.

[6] . How long after submitting an application will the results be announced?

The candidate selection process can take up to two months from the date of the application deadline.

In the case of Teacher Scholarship awards, where there is a rolling deadline, the applicant will be notified about the status of their application within two months of applying to the Foundation.

[7] Will the Teacher Scholarship cover my living expenses while I am undertaking a course?

No, the Teacher Scholarships will only cover tuition fees. It is therefore advised that candidates for the Teacher Scholarship seek either a part-time or evening course within the UAE, or a distance course online, in order to allow them to continue working and undertaking further study at the same time.

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