United Arab Emirates is one of the world’s top tourism destinations, with 20.4 million hotel guests in 2017, according to the ‘UAE’s Figures 2017’ report issued recently by the Federal Competitiveness and Statistics Authority.

The country is a diverse mosaic of 7 Emirates, each with its own unique characteristics and charm.

Abu Dhabi, the capital and the largest Emirate, is home to vast desert landscapes to be explored and one of the most majestic mosques in the world, the Sheikh Zayed Grand Mosque. It is also the first city in the world, outside of Paris, to house the Louvre Museum.

Dubai is known for its iconic skyscrapers, palm-shaped islands, city-sized malls, indoor ski slopes and palatial beach resorts.

Sharjah and Ajman are neighboring seaside towns but each offers a unique experience. Ajman is a cultural playground with a range of museums and historic sites, while Sharjah is a patron of the fine arts, known mostly for the Sharjah Art Foundation and its biennial.

Umm Al Quwain is the historical hub of the country, full of cultural landmarks and sites.

Ras Al Khaimah is the UAE’s natural playground with a range of landscapes, from mountains to sea-sides for people to explore.

Similarly, Fujairah is known for a series of rugged mountains trapped between Fujairah and Oman. It is also one of the most fertile regions in the country.

All this make the UAE a destination which suits the aspirations and desires of students.

Universities and Colleges secure visa for their students

Accredited universities and colleges in the UAE can secure a visa for their students whether international students or students already residing in the UAE. Students should refer to terms and conditions listed in each university or college to know specific requirements for admission and the visa process.

Admission to a UAE university does not guarantee that a visa will be issued. Visa issuance is subject to certain requirements, which include passing a medical fitness test, a security check and the approval of the GDRFA in the relevant emirate.

The UAE offers a range of high to medium thrill activities for the adrenaline-junkie. Popular recreational and adventure activities include sky diving, golfing, desert safaris, dune buggy riding, kayaking, surfing, and some.

Take advantage of renowned scholarships for top performing students to offset the cost of studying in the United Kingdom.

Entrance Exam/s:

TOEFL, IELTS

Application Process:

• All the applicants must submit certified true copies of relevant documents along with the application form.
• The university will decide on the recognition of your academic background and will decide at which level you can qualify to enter.
• Once the application is successful you will receive a conditional/ confirmation offer letter from them which can be used to apply for student resident visa.
• Visa procedure takes a week after you apply for visa.
• As you get approval for visa you can book your tickets.

• Students who hold passports from Gulf Cooperation Council (GCC) countries do not require a visa.
• All other students must obtain a student visa which requires that they be sponsored by a university or educational institution recognized by the UAE Ministry of Higher Education. The application can be made via an electronic form and requires a photo of the student. In addition to visa fees, a deposit of AED 1000 (about $300 US) is required that is refunded when the student departs the UAE.
• The university applies for a student visa in Dubai. To process the student visa the student must hold an unconditional offer of acceptance and should have accepted the offer.

The UAE has 116 institutions of higher education, including 3 public institutes and about 30 international branches of universities from all over the world such as the University of Exeter and Michigan State University. Most of the international universities are located in Abu Dhabi or Dubai.

Top 4 Universities in Abu Dhabi

• New York University Abu Dhabi
• Khalifa University
• Sorbonne University Abu Dhabi
• Abu Dhabi University

Top Universities in Dubai

• American University in Dubai
• The University of Wollongong in Dubai
• Zayed University
• Heriot-Watt University Dubai

The Dubai Campus is accredited by the Knowledge and Human Development Authority (KHDA) and fully licensed to teach its degrees in Dubai. All graduates receive a British degree that is accredited by the Royal Charter in the UK.

Top Universities in Sharjah:

• University of Sharjah
• American University of Sharjah

Top MBA Universities in UAE:

• Al Ghurair University (AGU)
• University of Dubai (UD)
• Zayed University
• Biotechnology University College Dubai (BUC)
• The Higher Colleges of Technology (HCT)
• American University in Dubai (AUD)
• University of Wollongong in Dubai (UOWD)
• British University in Dubai (BUID)
• American University in the Emirates (AUE)

UAE offers Affordable tuition fees and Scholarships with a reasonable range of tuition fees from AED 36,000 to AED 90,000 per year to international students. Many universities offer scholarships to students based on different criteria and have flexible payment options so you can meet the financial requirements easily

Foundation: AED 55,000 to AED 70,000
UG: AED 60,000 to AED 80,000
PG: AED 70,000 to AED 100,000

Scholarship:

• The UAE universities generally only offer scholarships to their own nationals. However, the international campuses in the UAE do offer some form of scholarship or bursary; for example, University of Wollongong-Dubai and Murdoch University do offer scholarships to international students.
• Students may take up unpaid internships but must obtain permission from the university before commencement. Students might also be able to take up unpaid work for a maximum of 20 hours per week. Some of the institutions are located in special educational zones and unpaid internships might be allowed within the zones
• Universities with campuses in Dubai and Universities of Dubai have more or less similar entry requirements for their graduate and postgraduate study.

The Commission for Academic Accreditation (CAA) of the Ministry of Higher Education and Scientific Research (MOHESR) announced issuance of its latest list of accredited academic programs offered by institutions of higher education and licensed by the Ministry.

The Undersecretary of MOHESR, Dr. Saeed Al Hassani emphasized the importance of refering to this list before applying to private universities/colleges ensuring the program is accredited. Dr. Al Hassani added that the CAA of the Ministry regularly reviews academic programs, using external reviewers invited to ensure that the programs offered in the UAE meet the international Standards of quality, so that our graduates compete globally.

The following is the list of MOHESR-licensed higher education institutions and their accredited programs. The list in updated periodically and is accessible to the public through the website: www.caa.ae.