Chapter IV · Middle East & North Africa
Study abroad inUnited Arab Emirates
The United Arab Emirates hosts branch campuses of American, British, French and Australian universities in Dubai and Abu Dhabi, with teaching in English and a cosmopolitan student body.
- Capital
- Abu Dhabi
- Languages
- Arabic
- Currency
- United Arab Emirates dirham (AED)
- Academic year
- September to June, in two semesters
- Student visa
- Student residence visa sponsored by the university
- Programmes
- 22
- Universities
- 40
Programmes in United Arab Emirates
Abu Dhabi · 14 programmes · City guide
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Dubai · 4 programmes
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· ★ 5.0 (2 reviews)American University in Dubaivia Go Overseas
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Amideast Education Abroad Programsvia Go Overseas
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IES Abroadvia IES Abroad
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Embassy Campvia Go Overseas
Sharjah · 1 programme
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· ★ 4.9 (10 reviews)American University of Sharjahvia Go Overseas
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· ★ 4.5 (2 reviews)Khalifa Universityvia Go Overseas
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Success Point Collegevia Go Overseas
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Tetr College of Businessvia Go Overseas
Cities
Universities in United Arab Emirates
Selected institutions that take international or exchange students. 40 institutions in total, all listed in our United Arab Emirates university directory.
- Heriot Watt UniversityHotcourses profile
- Middlesex University DubaiHotcourses profile
- Murdoch University DubaiHotcourses profile
Questions about studying in United Arab Emirates
How many study abroad programmes are there in United Arab Emirates?
StudiesForeign currently lists 22 programmes in United Arab Emirates from 9 providers, in cities including Abu Dhabi, Dubai and Sharjah. Each listing links to the organisation that runs it, where you can check dates, prices and how to apply.
What visa do I need to study in United Arab Emirates?
Most international students staying for a semester or longer need a student residence visa sponsored by the university. Requirements depend on your nationality and the length of your course, and EU or EEA citizens may have different rules in Europe. Check with the host institution and the nearest embassy before you apply.
When does the academic year start in United Arab Emirates?
The university year in United Arab Emirates usually runs september to June, in two semesters. Provider programmes and summer schools follow their own calendars, so check each programme’s dates.
Which cities in United Arab Emirates have the most study abroad programmes?
Abu Dhabi (14), Dubai (4) and Sharjah (1), based on the programmes listed on StudiesForeign.
Can I study in United Arab Emirates in English?
Yes, in many cases. Many study abroad programmes in United Arab Emirates are designed for international students and teach in English, often alongside Arabic classes. Some programmes, especially direct enrolment at local universities, expect you to study in Arabic, so check each programme’s language requirements.
How many universities are there in United Arab Emirates?
Our directory lists 40 universities and higher-education institutions in United Arab Emirates, with links to their official websites.