Choose one of the World-Renowned Universities in Dubai for Higher Education

by Ragini Sharma Study Abroad Consultant

All the government and private education institutions in Dubai follow a common framework of the education system. The system aims at promoting continuous learning through the implementation of modern technology and unique pedagogy. Dubai is one of the few cities providing the best student experience.

A list of universities in Dubai for international students is given below:

American University
University of Wollongong
Rochester Institute of Technology
Abu Dhabi University
University of Birmingham, Dubai
Canadian University
Emirates Academy of Hospitality Management
Emirates Aviation University
Institute of Management Technology
UAE University
HCT
Zayed University

Let’s look at a few Universities, courses offered, scholarships available and other unique features.

University of Birmingham, Dubai

One of the leading universities in the world, ranking within top 100, the University of Birmingham has its astounding campus in Dubai. With its unmatched quality of education, the university has made its name in the past few decades. An international student may enrol into three-year Bachelor’s in Management course and be rest assured of the recognition. It is one of the few business schools to be awarded with three accreditations, namely, Association to Advance Collegiate Schools of Business (AACSB), the Association of MBAs (AMBA) and the European Quality Improvement System (EQUIS). Another popular discipline of studies at the University of Birmingham offered at Dubai campus is Bachelor’s in Mechanical Engineering.

While screening application form for admission, students satisfying the eligibility criteria are considered for the scholarships. Some of the scholarships are Advanced Scholarships, Chancellor’s Academic Merit Scholarships, GEMS Uni-Connect Scholarships and Provost’s Academic Scholarships. For detailed information on how to study in Dubai feel free to seek the assistance of studies abroad consultants.

Students irrespective of their nationality are granted any one of these scholarships based on the academic performance and the portfolio.

University of Wollongong, Dubai

An educational institution based in Australia; the University of Wollongong has spread its roots in Dubai as well in the past few years. It offers several courses in varied field of studies like Business and Management, Finance and Accounting, Computer Science and Engineering and Humanities and Social Sciences and Health at undergraduate and postgraduate level. It is recognized in the top 2% universities worldwide.

All the degrees offered are accredited by the Ministry of Education - Higher Education Affairs and Tertiary Education Quality and Standards Agency (TEQSA), Australia. How does it matter? Any graduate or undergraduate from the University of Wollongong can confidently apply for employment in UAE as well as anywhere in the world as the degree hold international recognition.

Scholarships are available for new as well as continuing students at undergraduate and postgraduate level and ranges from 15% to 25% of the tuition fee. Only one of the following scholarships or grants is sanctioned to the student.

Academic Merit Scholarships

Sports Scholarships - Adam Gilchrist Sports Award and grants like

Family Tuition Grants

Alumni Tuition Grants as a 5% to 20% discount on annual tuition fee.

The Emirates Academy of Hospitality Management

One of the top 10 Hospitality schools in the world, the Emirates Academy of Hospitality Management is based in Dubai. The campus is located nearby Burj Al Arab Jumeirah Hotel, one of the nicest and easy to reach place in the city.

Degrees in business management is offered at undergraduate and postgraduate level tuning students with the hospitality and tourism industry. The academy is also triple-accredited, one by The Ministry of Education, UAE itself and other two by Institute of Hospitality, UK and The International Centre of Excellence in Tourism and Hospitality Education, Australia. Students receiving Bachelor of Business Administration, Associate of Business Administration and Master of Business Administration degrees find it easy to gain employment.

Emirates Aviation University

As per the 2019 report, about 34% of overall international students studying at the Emirates Aviation University were Asians. It is licensed to offer Aviation courses which are accredited by a lot of regulatory bodies some of which are, Ministry of Education – Higher Education Affairs, The Knowledge and Human Development Authority (KHDA), The General Civil Aviation Authority, The European Aviation Safety Agency (EASA), etc.

International students also receive scholarships like Chancellor's Scholarship, Vice-Chancellor’s Scholarship, and discounts on tuition fees are also provided under Sibling and Corporate discount schemes.

You can check out for the study abroad consultants online for complete assistance on which university to select in Dubai.

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