مسار واعد · Wa'ed Path
Wa'ed (Promising)
Scholarship and training places in specialised, emerging and technical sectors — re-qualifying and building capability in fields the Kingdom has identified as promising, including programs in Australia.
Degree Levels
Diplomas to Master's
Institution Tier
Track-specific approved list
Fields of Study
Specialised & technical
Destinations
Includes Australia
Example Fields
Specialised sectors covered by Wa'ed.
Wa'ed focuses on niche, technical and emerging fields rather than general degrees. Published examples include:
Wa'ed's exact list of approved fields, institutions and destination countries is published and updated by the Ministry — confirm the current list on the official path page before applying.
Eligibility
What you need for Wa'ed.
- Saudi nationality, good conduct and character.
- Full-time enrolment and residency in the destination country.
- Not currently on an active scholarship (applications are permitted, but active scholars are generally not eligible to start a new one).
- Destination countries have included Spain, France, Switzerland, the United States, Australia, the United Kingdom, South Africa and New Zealand — the current list is set by the Ministry per specialization.
| Requirement | Typical Range |
|---|---|
| High school GPA | Approximately 80%–90%, depending on the specific program |
| Diploma / Bachelor's GPA | Approximately 2.75–3.75 (scale varies by institution) |
| IELTS | Approximately 5.5–7.5, depending on the specialization |
| TOEFL iBT | Approximately 65–100 |
| Duolingo English Test | Approximately 105–110 |
These are indicative ranges reported across Wa'ed's specialised programs, not a single fixed threshold — each program sets its own requirement. Always verify the current published figure for your specific specialization.
How to Apply
Wa'ed application steps.
Choose Your Specialization
Review the current list of Wa'ed specializations and destination countries on the official path page.
Check the Requirement
Confirm the specific GPA, English and other requirements published for that program.
Apply via Safeer
Submit your application through the official Safeer platform during an open window.
Await Results
Selection is competitive and merit-based; results are announced via official Ministry channels.
Required documents
- Valid Saudi passport & national ID
- Academic certificates & transcripts meeting the program's GPA requirement
- English test certificate matching the specific program's requirement
- Any additional documents requested for your chosen specialization within Safeer
Interested in an Australian Wa'ed program?
Because Australia is one of Wa'ed's listed destinations, Student Map can help you research matching Australian institutions and specializations, and prepare your application.