Space Exploration Research Experience (sere) Program — Khalifa University (Formerly: Khalifa University Of Science And Technology) | Educom
Space Exploration Research Experience (SERE) program
Earth and Planetary Sciences (epss)
Bachelor
Khalifa University (Formerly: Khalifa University Of Science And Technology)
Overview
The SERE program forms part of the Emirates Mission to the Asteroid Belt (EMA), the first Arab interplanetary mission beyond Mars, and provides undergraduate Emirati students with direct exposure to planetary science research, spacecraft operations, and mission management.
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Fall 2026 applications are now open! Apply today and get ready to begin an exciting journey at Khalifa University (Formerly: Khalifa University Of Science And Technology).
1Certified copy of Bachelor’s/Master’s degree certificate (as applicable)
2Equivalency certificate issued by the UAE Ministry of Education for applicants that have graduated from institutions outside of the UAE. To apply for your Equivalency Certificate, visit the UAE Ministry of Education Equivalency Certificate pageand start the process as soon as possible as it is a lengthy process.
3Official school transcript showing the grading scale.
4English language proficiency score certificate (IELTS, TOEFL, or EmSAT).
5Official TOEFL score reports can be sent directly by your institution to Khalifa University of Science and Technology using the institutional TOEFL code 0960.
6Graduate Record Examination (GRE) score report. Official score reports can be sent directly to Khalifa University of Science and Technology using the institutional GRE code 0822.
7Detailed Curriculum Vitae (CV).
8Statement of Purpose (500 to 1,000 words).
9Passport-style photograph on a white background.
10Copy of valid passport. International applicants who reside in the UAE should also upload a clear copy of their valid UAE visa.
11Copy of Family Book (Khulasat Al Qaid). This is required for UAE National applicants only.
12Valid UAE national ID card (for national and international applicants currently residing in the UAE).
13Statement of Purpose (500-1,000 words).
14Research Statement (500 to 1,000 words). This is for PhD applicants only.