Requirements

Admission Requirements by Program Level

Each program level has its own set of requirements. Review the details below for your desired level of study.

Professional Certificate Programs

Entry Level
1

High School Diploma or Equivalent

A secondary school certificate or equivalent. Some programs accept mature applicants (21+) without formal qualifications based on relevant experience.

2

Valid Identification

Passport or national ID for identity verification.

3

Basic English Proficiency

For English-taught programs. No formal test required — a brief English placement assessment is provided during registration. Arabic-taught programs have no English requirement.

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Diploma Programs

Intermediate Level
1

High School Diploma or Equivalent

A recognized secondary school certificate with a minimum GPA of 2.0/4.0 or 50%. International qualifications evaluated individually.

2

English Language Proficiency

For English-taught programs: TOEFL iBT 50+, IELTS 5.0+, or equivalent. IHU placement test accepted as alternative.

3

Official Transcripts

Certified copies of high school transcripts with translations if not in English.

4

Valid Identification

Passport or national ID.

Bachelor's Degree Programs

Undergraduate Level
1

High School Diploma or Equivalent

A recognized secondary school certificate with a minimum GPA of 2.5/4.0 or 60%. International qualifications evaluated on a case-by-case basis.

2

English Language Proficiency

TOEFL iBT 61+, IELTS 5.5+, or equivalent for English-taught programs. Exemptions for native speakers and English-medium school graduates.

3

Personal Statement (500 Words)

An essay explaining your academic interests, career goals, and why you've chosen IHU.

4

Official Transcripts

Certified high school transcripts. Translations required for non-English documents.

5

Valid Identification

Passport or national ID.

Engineering programs may require mathematics prerequisites. Check individual program pages.

Master's Degree Programs

Graduate Level
1

Bachelor's Degree

A recognized bachelor's degree from an accredited institution with a minimum GPA of 3.0/4.0 or equivalent. Related field preferred but not always required.

2

English Language Proficiency

TOEFL iBT 79+, IELTS 6.5+, or equivalent. Exemptions apply for native speakers and English-medium graduates.

3

Professional Experience (Recommended)

2+ years of relevant work experience is recommended for MBA and executive programs. Other programs accept fresh graduates.

4

Statement of Purpose (750 Words)

Outlining your academic interests, research direction, career goals, and reasons for choosing IHU.

5

Two Letters of Recommendation

From academic professors or professional supervisors who can attest to your ability and potential.

6

Official Transcripts & CV

Certified copies of all academic transcripts and an updated curriculum vitae.

Doctoral Programs (Ph.D.)

Highest Academic Level
1

Master's Degree

A completed master's degree in a related field with a minimum GPA of 3.3/4.0. Exceptional bachelor's holders may apply for direct admission.

2

Research Proposal (2,000 Words)

A preliminary proposal outlining your intended topic, research questions, methodology, and expected contribution.

3

Academic Writing Sample

A published paper, thesis chapter, or equivalent academic writing sample (5,000+ words).

4

English Language Proficiency

TOEFL iBT 90+, IELTS 7.0+, or equivalent.

5

Three Letters of Recommendation

At least two from academic professors. The third may be from a professional supervisor.

6

Academic CV

Including education, research, publications, conferences, awards, and relevant experience.

7

Admissions Interview

A 30–45 minute virtual interview with the doctoral committee and a potential supervisor.

Ph.D. admission is competitive and cohort-based. Limited seats available. Early application strongly encouraged.