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Graduate Studies

Admission requirements and selection criteria: Graduate programs - Arabic programs

  • Obtaining a bachelor's degree from a university recognized by the Ministry of Education and Higher Education in the State of Qatar with a cumulative GPA of no less than 2.8/4.0 or its equivalent.
  • OR completing practical experience of no less than three years after graduation from the bachelor's program if the cumulative graduation GPA is between 2 to 2.79/4.0 or its equivalent.
  • Students graduating from universities outside the State of Qatar are required to submit an equivalency of the university degree by the Ministry of Education and Higher Education in the State of Qatar.
  • Transfer students from a similar program who have successfully studied some courses (attach proof), and the statement is equated according to the regulations of the university and the Ministry of Education and Higher Education in the State of Qatar.
  • The applicant must finish filling out the electronic application through the university website.
  • Passing the personal interview before the Graduate Studies Interview Committee.

Admission requirements and selection criteria: Graduate programs - English programs

  • Applicants must have a bachelor's degree from a university accredited by the Ministry of Education and Higher Education in Qatar.
  • The cumulative GPA at graduation must not be less than 2.8 or its equivalent.
  • OR if the cumulative GPA at graduation is between (2.79-2.0) or its equivalent, the applicant must have practical experience of no less than three years after graduation.
  • Applicants for the program must provide proof of their English proficiency by obtaining a score of no less than 6.5 in the IELTS test, with a minimum of 6 in all skills.

The applicant for graduate programs must submit the following documents:

  • Attach a copy of the ID card.
  • Attach a copy of the passport.
  • The applicant's own Curriculum Vitae (CV).
  • Attach a personal photo with a grey background.
  • Two recommendation letters from previous or current professors, or employers.
  • Attach an experience certificate or proof of work if available.
  • Attach the equivalency of the university degree for graduates of universities outside the State of Qatar.

Tuition Fees

The method of paying tuition fees at Lusail University depends on the number of credit hours the student registers in each semester. The payment method is termly during the announced dates, and the student will not be allowed to register for the following semester unless all fees for the previous semester have been paid.

Admission and registration fees at the university:

  • Admission application fee (100) riyals.
  • Student services fee for university registration 2500 riyals, paid once after admission.
College Degree Cost
College of Law Programs (MSc in International Criminal Justice Law) Master's 3000 QAR per credit hour
College of Education and Arts (MA in International Affairs and Public Policy) / TESOL and Applied Linguistics Master's 3000 QAR per credit hour
College of Commerce and Business (MSc in Digital Marketing) Master's 3000 QAR per credit hour

Admission Timeline - Spring 2026

DateEvent
September 15, 2025Start of admission applications for students in the Master's program.
October 30, 2025End of online application for Master's students.
December 11, 2025Announcement of admission decisions for Master's students.
January 06-08, 2026Orientation meeting for new students in the Master's program.
January 10, 2026First day of classes in the Spring 2026 semester.

Master's Student Discounts

CategoryDiscount Rate
Lusail University employees50%
Lusail University graduates with a GPA of 3.5 and above40%
Lusail University graduates with a GPA between 2.8 to 3.4930%

Conditions for applying discounts (Starting from 2nd semester):

  • Registering a minimum of 9 hours in the last semester.
  • The student must maintain a cumulative GPA of no less than 3.5.
  • The discount applies exclusively to the Fall and Spring semesters only.
  • More than one discount may not be combined.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the payment system at Lusail University?An installment system is used to pay tuition fees.
How can I confirm that my admission application is complete?Completion requires: filling personal data, attaching documents, choosing a major, and paying the fee.
How does the applicant know the admission decision?Via the email provided in the application.
Can the placement test be retaken?No, the test cannot be retaken.
What are the placement test fees?150 Qatari Riyals, paid after admission.
Can I defer my admission?Yes, by contacting: admission@lu.edu.qa.
How do I apply for withdrawal?Contact admission@lu.edu.qa before the end of the add/drop period.
What is the duration of Master's programs?Two years, divided into four academic semesters.
Is there a personal interview?Yes, all qualified applicants undergo an interview.
Is the IELTS test mandatory?Only if the student chooses to study in English.

Contact Admission Department

00974-44011121

admission@lu.edu.qa