UAE as a country is becoming an ideal place for higher
studies these days. It is becoming a thriving study destination for
international students as it offers a welcoming culture and rich cultural
heritage. According to reports, around 219,000 Indian students were enrolled in
higher education institutions in the UAE. As a result, it has become a more
popular study destination than the US and the UK.
Most of the UAE's higher education institutions are located
in the two largest emirates, Dubai and Abu Dhabi. This makes both these places
excellent study sites. Students who want to see a place where old meets new,
tradition meets modern technologies can experience all this in the UAE, as it
is an iconic nation with a rich heritage, open and welcoming nature.
Why Study in UAE?
UAE is emerging as one of the favorable destinations for
international students. Some of the reasons to study in UAE are:
1. Well-established education system: UAE is known for
providing quality education. It is home to some of the best universities in the
world. The UAE is home to branch campuses of many prestigious international
universities.
2. Multi-cultural society: Students will learn about Emirati
culture while studying in the UAE. Various languages like English, Arabic,
Urdu and Persian are spoken there. The multi-cultural society of the UAE will
help students experience a unique environment where they can grow and discover
a new perspective on the world.
3. International Universities: Rapid modernization in the UAE
has resulted in international affiliations and the establishment of
universities, leading to an increase in the number of international students.
Universities like Canadian University of Dubai, British University of Dubai,
Middlesex University etc. have established their presence in UAE.
4. Employment Opportunities: The economy of the UAE is growing rapidly. Many employment opportunities are being created in UAE due to huge developmental activities like healthcare, infrastructure, trade and commerce, media etc.
List of global universities that have international campuses
in Dubai
Dubai has five public and 58 private colleges and
universities, serving both Emiratis and expatriates. Because, like most
countries, institutions have independent internal governance, you can
distinguish between universities in Dubai by the subjects they teach (some with
specialization in only one or two subjects) and the level of degree programs
they offer. You will find differences in terms of. Some offer only
undergraduate or postgraduate programs).
Around 1.6 lakh students go to the United Arab Emirates
(UAE) every year for higher studies, out of which a large proportion of Indian
students choose Dubai as their study abroad destination. Not only this, Indian Institute of Technology (IIT) Delhi has also decided to open a campus in Dubai.
Last year, Indian Embassy Consul (Press Information, Culture and Labour) Tadu Mamoo had also expressed India's interest in partnering with the UAE to make the emirate a global education hub. Keeping in mind the growing popularity of Dubai as a study abroad destination among Indian students, here is a list of some of the renowned global universities that have launched a campus in Dubai.
Name of the University | Location |
University of Birmingham | Dubai Campus |
University of Wollongong | Dubai Campus |
Curtin University | Dubai Campus |
Hult International Business School | Dubai Campus |
University
of Stirling | Dubai Campus |
Murdoch
University | Dubai Campus |
Canadian University | Dubai Campus |
Middlesex University | Dubai Campus |
De Montfort University | Dubai Campus |
Heriot-Watt University | Dubai Campus |