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POSTGRADUATE STUDIES APPLICATION PROCESS

Master – Ph.D. – Higher Diploma

Welcome to the Postgraduate Studies Application Portal
Graduates holding a Bachelor’s, Higher Diploma, or Master’s degree from universities in Bahrain or abroad are invited to apply for postgraduate programs at the University. Applicants can complete their submissions by entering all required information and uploading the necessary documents through the Student Information System (SIS).

To apply for postgraduate study programs, the applicant must hold a bachelor’s degree, or equivalent thereof if applying for postgraduate diploma and master’s programs, or hold a master’s degree if applying for doctoral programs from a recognized university and meet the following criteria:

  1. Application to Postgraduate Diploma and Master’s Programs:
    • The applicant must hold a bachelor’s degree from the University of Bahrain or another university recognized by competent authorities, in a discipline which qualifies them for the program they intend to pursue, with a cumulative Grade Point Average (GPA) of no less than 2.33 out of 4.0 points or equivalent thereof in other grading systems.
    • Applicants with a GPA lower than 2.33 but no less than 2.00 may be accepted if they have at least one year of work experience in the field of specialization they wish to study, as determined by the relevant academic department if the need arises, or if the applicant is a sponsored student.
    • The applicant must hold an IELTS academic English Language certificate or an equivalent thereof with a score of no less than 5.5, or pass the English language examination administered by the University. Applicants are exempted from the English language requirement if 90% or more of the instruction language in the program they wish to enroll in is in Arabic.
    • The applicant must meet any other requirements specified in the program admission requirement.
  2. Application to Doctoral Programs:
    • The applicant must hold a master’s degree or the equivalent thereof from the University of Bahrain or another university recognized by competent authorities, in a discipline that qualifies them for the program they intend to pursue, with a cumulative GPA of no less than 3.0 out of 4.0 points or equivalent thereof.
    • The applicant must hold an IELTS academic English Language certificate or equivalent thereof with a score of no less than 5.5, or pass the English language examination administered by the University. Applicants holding a master’s degree from the University of Bahrain are exempted from the English language examination. Applicants are also exempted from the English language requirement if 90% or more of the instruction language in the program they wish to enroll in is in Arabic.
    • The applicant must meet any other requirements specified in the program admission requirements.

Applicant Category Required Documents
1. Bahraini Applicants
First Category
(University of Bahrain Graduates)
  • Recent colored passport photo
  • Valid passport
  • For programs taught in English: valid IELTS Academic certificate (or equivalent) with a minimum score of 5.5
  • For GPA between 2.00–2.33:
    • Proof of one-year work experience in the specialization field, OR
    • Sponsorship letter from a sponsoring entity
Second Category
(Graduates of other universities in Bahrain)
  • All documents required from the First Category
  • Graduation certificate:
    • Bachelor’s Degree (for Postgraduate Diploma or Master’s applicants)
    • Bachelor’s and Master’s Degrees (for Doctoral applicants)
  • Academic transcripts:
    • Bachelor’s transcript (for Postgraduate Diploma or Master’s applicants)
    • Bachelor’s and Master’s transcripts (for Doctoral applicants)
Third Category
(Graduates from universities outside Bahrain)
  • All documents required from the First and Second Categories
  • Verification of academic qualifications from an accredited company:
    • Quadrabay Guide   (PDF, 3.3 MB , 11 Pages).
    • or Dataflow Guide     (PDF, 0.6 MB , 2 Pages).
Forth Category (For applicants to the Postgraduate Diploma programs at the College of Health and Sports Sciences)
  1. All documents required from the previous categories.
  2. Hold a valid nursing license from the concerned responsible authorities, e.g., the National Health Regulatory Authority (NHRA), Saudi Commission for Health Specialties (SCFHS), Oman Medical Specialty Board (OMSB)…etc.
  3. Have a valid Basic Life Support Provider Certificate (for Postgraduate Diploma in Emergency Nursing Program & Critical Care Nursing Program only).
  4. Submit two recommendation letters.
2. Non-Bahraini Applicants
All Nationalities
  • Valid residence permit (Except GCC nationality holder)
  • Valid Identity document.
  • For Kuwaiti and Omani applicants:
    • No-objection statement from the Cultural Attaché Office of the respective embassy in Bahrain
  • Plus all applicable documents on the previous categories.

  1. Login to the application website sis.uob.edu.bh.
  2. Select the Link “UOB Admission Requests”.
  3. Choose “Apply for Postgraduate Programs“
  4. Select the program type from “Request Type” list, press Next to continue.
  5. Review the terms and conditions and click “ I Agree” to continue the application process. Enter the CPR, then press “Submit” button,
  6. Enter Personal Information in the “Basic Data” tab, then press Next.
  7. Select desired preferences in the “Applicant Preference” tab, then press Next.
  8. Enter the B.sc. certificate information in the “BSc. Qualification” tab, then press Next.
  9. Enter the Master certificate information in the “Master Qualification” tab just if the applicant applying to Phd certificate, otherwise the applicant can skip this tab then press next.
  10. Enter the contact data in the “Contact Data” tab, then press Next.
  11. Choose an English language Certificate (TOEFL or IELTS) in the “English Proficiency” tab, and enter the result, or Select ‘No English Exam’ (an exam will be conducted at the university for a fee of BD 50), then press Next.
  12. Upload Required Documents:
    • Recent colored passport photo
    • Valid (TOFEL or IELTS) Academic certificate 
    • Copy of a valid passport
    • Copy of a valid ID card (for non-Bahraini applicants)
    • Academic Transcript of Bachelor’s Degree (for non-UOB graduates)
    • Validation report for academic qualifications obtained outside Bahrain, issued by QuadraBay or DataFlow.
    • A statement of work experience or a letter of scholarship (for the average between 2.00 to 2.32)
    • For Kuwaiti and Omani applicants: No-objection statement from the Cultural Attaché Office of the respective embassy in Bahrain
  13. Pay the non-refundable application fee of BD 10. Your University ID number will be included in the receipt sent to your registered email address.
  14. Click Submit.

You can add or modify uploaded documents, as well as update your preferences, before the admission decision is issued by following the steps below:

  • Go to the Student Information System (SIS) at sis.uob.edu.bh
  • Select the link “University of Bahrain Admission Application”
  • Choose “Post-Apply Services”
    • Enter your username (University ID number)
    • Enter the password you created when submitting your application
      (Note: You can reset your password by clicking the “Forgot Password?” link and following the standard steps to reset it.)
  • After successfully logging in, applicants can update their information during the application period, or modify their data and upload the required documents after the final results are announced and confirmed, through the links available on the application screen listed below:
    • Update Application
    • Modify Attached Files for Postgraduate Degree

  • Admission results will be announced by sending an acceptance letter via e-mail.
  • Pay the acceptance fee to confirm your admission to the postgraduate program.

  • Fees: BD 10 for Application submission, and BD 50 for the English language examination administered by the University of Bahrain.
  • To view postgraduate programs on offer for the 2025-2026 academic year, the prerequisite qualifications for each program and the required English language level, please visit  the Deanship of Graduate Studies & Scientific Research.
  • The University of Bahrain will accept certificates of academic programs, which have been obtained through electronic learning (online), for applicants to higher study programs specializing in humanities, literature, economics, business administration, and other programs which do not require personal attendance and lab application, excluding health, medical, engineering, and technical specializations, that require practical application.
  • The University of Bahrain will not accept certificates of academic programs, which have been obtained through the affiliation system, because the affiliation system does not require the student to attend to the university campus unless during the final examination period.
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POSTGRADUATE STUDIES APPLICATION PROCESS

COLLEGE OF HEALTH AND SPORTS SCIENCES

Required Documents For Graduates of the University of Bahrain

  1. Recent colored personal photograph
  2. Valid passport
  3. Valid license to practice
  4. English proficiency proof: UoB exam certificate, or IELTS ≥ 5.5, or TOEFL ≥ 475
  5. If GPA is between 2.00 and 2.32: 1 year experience statement or sponsor’s scholarship letter (after departmental approval)
  6. Two academic/professional recommendation letters
  7. Valid Basic Life Support certificate (Emergency & Critical Care Nursing applicants only)

Required Documents For Graduates from Other Universities in Bahrain

All above documents plus the following:

  1. Graduation Certificate of a Bachelor’s Degree
  2. Academic Transcript of a Bachelor’s Degree
  3. Cumulative GPA Transcript (on 4.00 scale)
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FAQs

      • What is the recommended browser for submitting an admission application request through the sis.uob.edu.bh website?

Students are advised to follow these steps for a smooth application process:

        • Submit your application using a computer (not a mobile device).
        • Use the Google Chrome browser for optimal compatibility.
        • Enable pop-ups in your browser settings to allow the system to open new pages during the process.
      • Can I submit program preferences after confirming my admission, and are there any exceptions?

Yes, this option is available for all programs except the Bachelor’s in Nursing. After confirming your admission and paying the tuition fees, log in again to sis.uob.edu.bh during the confirmation period and select “Post Admission Service to choose 3 Preferences.” Your application will be reviewed after the confirmation period based on the availability of seats in the requested programs.

      • I am a new student who took the major’s interview and I still haven’t received the results.

The admission results will be announced via a message (SMS), and you can find them on your website as well.

      • What is the procedure in the event of not passing the entrance exam  or the interview for the major I was nominated for?

The Admissions and Alumni Affairs staff will contact you to choose an alternative major.

      • Who is exempted from the Orientation Program?

Students may be fully exempted from the Orientation Program if they meet one or more of the following criteria:

        • Hold a secondary school/high school average of 90% or above.
        • Scored at least 90% in all high school English courses.
        • Have a TOEFL score of 500 or higher or an IELTS score of 5.5 or higher, with valid certification submitted to the English Language Center before the semester begins.
        • Graduated from IB or A-LEVEL schools.
      • What if my high school average is between 70% and 89.99%?

You may be eligible to take the English Orientation Program Exemption Exam conducted by the English Language Center. The exam schedule will be sent to you via SMS.

      • How many times can I transfer from a major to another?
        You can only transfer twice.
      • What are the requirements that must be met for the transfer from an Associate Diploma to a Bachelor’s?
        You can find these requirements in full in the transfer request form on the page of the Deanship of Admission and Registration on the University’s website.
      • How are applicants accepted for the transfer?
        Admission is based on the available vacant seats and according to the highest GPA.
      • Can I transfer if I have only finished 8 credit hours?
        Yes, if the completed eight hours are equivalent to 3 courses.
      • I am a scholarship student; can I submit a transfer request?
        Yes, provided that a no-objection letter from the sponsor is attached.
      • Can I submit a transfer request after passing the foundation semester only?
        No; you must meet the necessary requirements for this transfer, including successfully passing three courses, or passing an average of not less than 9 credit hours and not more than 66 credit hours.
      • Can I submit a transfer request to a major that I have already studied and transferred from to another major?
        No, you can’t.
      • Can I submit a transfer request for undergraduate programs after transferring to an applied education program?You can’t transfer to undergraduate programs if you have previously transferred from one of them to an applied education program.
      • Where can I obtain a major transfer form, and to which entity do I submit it?
        You can obtain the transfer form from the Admissions and Alumni Affairs Department in the Deanship of Admission and Registration, which shall be submitted to the same department.
      • I am a student who was expelled from a bachelor’s degree. Can I submit a transfer request to an associate diploma?
        Expelled students can’t submit a transfer request after the expulsion.
      • I am a student who have previously submitted a transfer request and was expelled before the results of the transfer were out. Does the application remain or gets cancelled?
        The transfer request will be canceled if the student gets expelled from the University.
      • Does the secondary school track get considered at the time of submitting the transfer request?
        Yes, your secondary school track is taken into account when you submit your transfer request.
      • Are there fees for submitting a transfer request from one department to another within the college?
        No, there aren’t any.
      • Are there fees for submitting a transfer request from a major in one college to another in another college?
        Yes, a transfer fee of 10 (ten Bahraini dinars).
      • I am a student who submitted a transfer request, where can I find the result?
        The admission results will be announced by sending a message (SMS) or via (Notification) on your website.

      • Where and how can I view the schedule of courses offered for the next semester?

The course schedule can be viewed through the link provided on the announcements page on the University website (uob.edu.bh).

      • How can I find out when my courses will be registered for the next semester?

This can be done through the advertisements page on the University’s website, in addition to social media.

      • How can I find out who my academic advisor is?

This can be done by looking at the student’s academic data page in the Student Information Management System (SIS). If the name of your academic advisor does not appear on the mentioned page, you can contact the relevant academic department.

      • What are the cases that require the use of the electronic help page (the Help disk)?

Through this help page in the registration system, you can write and record the issues you face regarding the registration of your courses, as those concerned from the registration department will find a solution, or explain and clarify the matter to you in the event of any confusion, as this page is dedicated to dealing with several registration issues.

      • What is the necessary procedure if I want to register a new course whose lab time interfere with the lab time of another course I have registered, or the time of another lecture?

The student will see a notification on his registration page indicating this conflict, and he will have two options: to cancel the course registration application, or submit his scheduled registration application to the relevant academic department head, who has the right to accept or reject the application according to objective academic considerations.

      • What can I do if the course I want to register for is conditional on the approval of the head of the academic department concerned with the course?

The system will allow you to send a request to the head of the course department if:

It is an application to register in the practical training course.

It is an application to registers in one of the courses that requires the approval of the head of the academic department.

      • When should I pay the fees after completing my courses registration for the next semester?

Between the two semesters, or the so-called drop and add period, before the start of classes, as the date for payment shall be announced then.

      • How can the student know what he has accomplished from his study plan and what is left for him, so that he can plan for the courses to register for the next semester?

He can do this through the subtitle (Degree audit) listed on the student’s academic data page.

      • Is there a way for the student to know – hypothetically – his GPA?

He can do this through the subtitle (GPA Simulator) listed – also – on the student’s academic data page.

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