International Summer Research
Benefits
- Attract students to the Emerging Professor Program
- Provide opportunity for KFUPM students to have research experience with leading research labs and institutes locally and globally
- Help students identify their passion to decide on their future career path
- Provide students with exposure to advanced research techniques and tools
- Provide students with beyond classroom skills
- Enhance students research capabilities through early engagement
Impact on Students
- Empower students to conduct independent research with confidence
- Equip students with the skills and confidence to analyze and solve complex problems relevant to their field
Specific Aspects
Eligibility:
Sophomore and above, GPA>3.5, advisor endorsement
Course and Assessment:
No course, no credit, Appears in non-Academic Transcript, Cannot be repeated
This program is NOT a substitute for Summer Training (399)
Project and Outcomes:
- Project is hosted internationally
- Outcome is research report
Deliverables:
Final Report in a journal paper format, publication (conference or journal) is encouraged, participation in the program EXPO (Poster or Oral)
Benefits for Students:
Final Report in a journal paper format, publication (conference or journal) is encouraged, participation in the program EXPO (Poster or Oral)
Advisor:
Faculty, Researchers, Postdocs
Application:
Student can apply based on opportunity. Students have the choice to secure opportunity directly with top research group locally or internationally or join KFUPM faculty through the outbound program.
Relation with Other Options:
Can be combined with Introduction to Research and Independent Research options.