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Summer Camp Saudia

The KAUST Photonics Summer Camp (PSC) is a sponsored research program. It comprises a core of hands-on, cutting-edge research projects in various areas of modern photonics, accompanied by workshops and technical training in using state-of-the-art nanofabrication and imaging facilities.

The program offers undergraduates and Master’s students from across the globe the opportunity to participate in a research project in contemporary areas of photonics, such as semiconductor lasers, photonic integrated circuits, quantum technologies, optical communications, neuromorphic computing, and hyper-vision systems.

The camp allows participants to acquire hands-on experience in lab experiments, obtain knowledge certification on state-of-the-art nanofabrication tools, attend workshops with students and entrepreneurs, and participate in exciting field trips.

Field	Details
Program Name	Photonics Summer Camp (PSC)
Host Institution	King Abdullah University of Science and Technology (KAUST)
Program Type	Fully funded research internship / summer camp
Year	2026
Duration	Around 4 weeks during summer
Location	KAUST campus, Saudi Arabia
Research Areas	Semiconductor lasers, photonic integrated circuits, quantum technologies, optical communications, neuromorphic computing, hyper-vision systems, and related photonics fields
Who Can Apply	Senior undergraduate students, recent graduates, or current master’s students in electrical engineering, physics, optoelectronics, materials science, or related disciplines
Key Eligibility	Strong academic record, good English proficiency, and strong motivation for research
Benefits	Living stipend, free accommodation, visa and logistics support, access to advanced research labs, mentorship, and a certificate upon completion
Program Activities	Hands-on research projects, technical workshops, training sessions, field visits, and networking with researchers and students
Selection Process	Application review based on academic profile and motivation, with possible interview