Why studying in Dubai
Dubai is the largest most popular area in the UAE. It is also famous for skyscrapers, living standards and higher education. Universities in Dubai have improved the quality and its higher education which makes it the best universities among the world. One of the best universities in Dubai is Canadian University which offers more than 40 degree programmes. In Dubai students can save money as Dubai is a tax free country, which helps students to afford living and educational expenses. After studies students will have post study work options with tax free income, easy visa policies and more attractive career opportunities.
QS World University Rankings 2021 - Top Universities in Dubai
No | University |
1 | University of Dubai (UD) |
2 | American University in Dubai (AUD) |
3 | Canadian University Dubai (CUD) |
4 | Mohammed Bin Rashid School of Government (MBRSG) |
5 | Hult International Business School, Dubai Campus |
6 | University of Wollongong in Dubai (UOWD) |
7 | Rochester Institute of Technology of Dubai |
8 | Middlesex University Dubai |
9 | Amity University Dubai |
10 | Dubai College of Tourism (DCT) |
1. University of Dubai (UD)
This university was established in 1997, it is a private university in Dubai, UAE. It was the first university in Dubai to hold an AACSB accreditation. The university was founded because of the gaps in the workforce and also to support the human resource programs issued by the Government. AT first the name of the university was Duabia university college and also recognized as Dubai Polytechnic College. But in 2006 June Ruler of Dubai changed the name to University of Dubai.
Courses offered:
- Undergraduate programmes
- Postgraduate programs
2. American University in Dubai (AUD)
This university is a private for profit university in Dubai, UAE which was founded in October 1995 and this university was the first private university founded in UAE which follows the American style of education system. The curriculum followed by the university is based on the US model of Liberal education.
Courses offered:
- Undergraduate programmes
- Graduate programs
- Pre-university programs
- Professional and certificate programs
3. Canadian University Dubai (CUD)
This university is a private university founded in 2006 in Dubai, UAE, also called as CUD. CUD offers education based on the Canadian curriculum. It also has a campus in the heart of the city. The former name of the university was Centennial University of Dubai but the name was changed to Canadian University Dubai after the university became an independent Canadian institution.
Courses offered:
- Undergraduate programmes
- Graduate programs
4. Mohammed Bin Rashid School of Government (MBRSG)
This institution was established in 2005 by Sheikh Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum, it is a research and teaching institution in Dubai. This institution was previously known as Dubai School of Government, this school focused on public policy in the Arab World.
Courses offered:
- Master of Public Administration (MPA)
- Master of Innovation Management (MIM)
- Master of Public Policy (MPP)
- Executive Master of Public Administration (EMPA)
5. Hult International Business School, Dubai Campus
It is a private business school with one of the campuses in Dubai. The motto of the institution is “For Those Made to Do”. This school mainly focused on business and management training. The educational institute provides a Global 1 year MBA, Master of International Business, and Part-Time Executive MBA.
6. University of Wollongong in Dubai (UOWD)
University of Wollongong in Dubai is an offshore campus of the University of Wollongong based in Australia. This university was established in Dubai in 1993, and it is located in Dubai Knowledge Park. This university is independent from the parent institution, so it operates as an autonomous and separate entity. Initially this university was called the Institute of Australian Studies and it is the 1st Australian tertiary institution in Dubai. In 2004, the name was changed to University of Wollongong in Dubai.
Courses offered:
- Graduate certificate programs
- Undergraduate programmes
- Postgraduate programs
- Doctoral programs
- Short courses
- NCUK – International Foundation Year
7. Rochester Institute of Technology of Dubai (RIT Dubai)
RIT Dubai is a branch of the RIT in New York and it is the third international campus. It is a private research university located in Dubai Silicon Oasis established in 2008. It started offering part time graduate courses later in 2009 the university started full time graduate programs. In 2010 RIT Dubai first graduating class took place in Rochester, New York.
Courses offered:
- Graduate programs
- Undergraduate programs
8. Middlesex University Dubai
Middlesex University Dubai is an offshore campus of Middlesex University London in Dubai. It is a private university established in 2005 and has two campuses in Dubai, one in Dubai Knowledge Park and another in Dubai International Academic City. The second campus opened in 2021 with the opportunity to offer courses to international students.
Courses offered:
- Undergraduate programmes
- Postgraduate programs
9. Amity University Dubai
Amity University Dubai, established in Dubai in 2011, is a part of Amity Education Group. Amity university Dubai is licensed by the UAE Ministry of Education (MOE) and the Knowledge and Human Development Authority (KHDA) in the UAE. The internship and placement provided by the institution from multinational companies provide practical exposure to the students. The UAE is considered the 2nd safest country, and Dubai is the 7th safest city in the world.
Courses offered:
- Bachelors
- Masters
10. Dubai College of Tourism (DCT)
Dubai’s Department of Economy and Tourism (DET) established the Dubai College of Tourism to promote and enhance the tourism and hospitality service in Dubai. DCT offers courses in 4 areas such as tourism, hospitality, culinary arts and events.
Courses offered:
- Certificate courses
- Advanced diploma course
- IATA short courses
