Study in Qatar.
The essentials, in one place.
Use this snapshot to decide whether Qatar fits your academic goals and resources. Requirements can differ by qualification, institution and application route.
| Tuition | Fully Funded |
|---|---|
| Financial evidence | Zero |
| Language requirements | IELTS 6.5 |
| Visa route | Direct e-visa |
From shortlist to application.
Use the application systems of Qatar University, HBKU or the Doha Institute, depending on your subject and degree level.
Check whether funding needs a separate application and which costs it covers. Do not assume every admitted master’s or doctoral student receives the same package.
- Identify programmes that accept your qualification. Ask admissions about equivalence if your Pakistani award is not clearly listed.
- Read the individual course requirements and deadline. Confirm language evidence, prerequisites and any selection test.
- Prepare your academic records, references and personal statement. Follow the institution’s instructions for certified documents.
- Submit through the university or its designated national portal. Keep your account, receipts and application number.
- After an offer, check the student visa procedure for applicants residing in Pakistan and prepare the required financial evidence.
Explore support for your studies.
Compare the award’s eligibility, coverage and application route. Admission and scholarship applications may have different deadlines.
See funding records for Qatar ↗Work while you study.
| Bachelor's | Conditional · 20 hours/week Reported: off-campus needs an employer permit; about 20 h/week in term, full-time in breaks |
|---|---|
| Master's | Conditional · 20 hours/week Reported: off-campus needs an employer permit; about 20 h/week in term, full-time in breaks |
| PhD | Conditional · 20 hours/week Reported: off-campus needs an employer permit; about 20 h/week in term, full-time in breaks |
Mostly on-campus jobs; off-campus needs an employer work permit (reported)
After your qualification
No post-study stay; needs employer sponsorship
Explore family and post-study pathways ↗Your preparation checklist.
Track the essentials here, then reconcile this list with the exact university and embassy checklist.
Go directly to the source.
These authority and institution links accompany the reference dataset. They are your starting point for checking the latest rules.
- Qatar University, Apply for Student Visa ↗https://www.qu.edu.qa/en-us/students/international-students/students-visa/prospective-students
- Hukoomi, Apply for Educational Residence Visa ↗https://hukoomi.gov.qa/en/services/apply-for-educational-residence-visa
- Qatar University, high-school applicants ↗https://www.qu.edu.qa/en-us/students/admission/undergraduate/admission-requirements/Pages/high-school-applicants.aspx
- Qatar University news, minimum averages from Fall 2027 ↗https://www.qu.edu.qa/en-us/NewsRoom/Pages/newsdetails.aspx?newsID=13383
- Qatar University, graduate admission requirements ↗https://www.qu.edu.qa/en-us/students/admission/graduate/admission-requirements
- Embassy of Qatar in Islamabad, embassy services ↗https://islamabad.embassy.qa/en/services/embassy-services
- Qatar University undergraduate tuition ↗https://www.qu.edu.qa/en-us/students/admission/undergraduate/Pages/tuition-fees.aspx
- Qatar University graduate tuition ↗https://www.qu.edu.qa/en-us/students/admission/graduate/Pages/tuition-fees.aspx
- Qatar University scholarship types ↗https://www.qu.edu.qa/en-us/students/admission/scholarships/Pages/types.aspx
- HBKU scholarship guidelines ↗https://www.hbku.edu.qa/en/scholarship
- HBKU admissions ↗https://www.hbku.edu.qa/en/admissions
- Georgetown University in Qatar financial aid ↗https://guq.qatar.georgetown.edu/admissions/financial-aid/
- SBP Foreign Exchange Manual ↗https://www.sbp.org.pk/laws-regulations/foreign-exchange-manual
- QU Student Affairs, Spring 2027 undergraduate dates ↗https://x.com/QUStudAffairs/status/2109611806318625274
