Kuwait Institute for Scientific Research (KISR)
Kuwait Institute for Scientific Research (KISR) was established in 1967 by the Arabian Oil Company Limited (Japan) in fulfilment of its obligations under the oil concession agreement with the Government of the State of Kuwait. The Institute was established to carry out applied scientific research in three fields: petroleum, desert agriculture and marine biology. KISR was organized by an Amiri Decree issued in 1973, under which it be came directly responsible, via its board of Trustees, to the Council of Ministers.
The main objectives of the institute, as specified in the Amiri Decree, were to carry out applied scientific research, especially related to industry, energy, agriculture, and the national economy, to contribute to the economic and social development of the state and to advise the Government on the country's scientific research policy.
Students receiving sponsorship by Kuwait Institute for Scientific Research are required to follow a set of guidelines and regulations that should be abided for the duration of their studies.
These regulations and guidelines should cover accommodation, tickets, tuition fees and other kind of allowances. Please refer to the following for more information.