Study in Dubai
Study in Dubai: recognised degrees, faster and more affordable
UniHunt gives you direct access to top international university campuses in Dubai, offering UK, US, Indian and Australian degrees in one of the world's fastest-growing education and career hubs.
Dubai at a glance
- Visa processing: typically 10 to 20 days
- English: IELTS often waived where a Medium of Instruction certificate applies
- Work while studying: up to 20 hours a week
- Internships: paid internships from the first semester at several partner universities
- Study cost: broadly 10 to 30 lakh rupees a year, depending on programme and university
Visa timelines and study costs are indicative, subject to change under current UAE guidelines, and confirmed by your advisor during consultation.
Partner universities
Our partner universities in Dubai
International campuses awarding globally recognised degrees, matched to your profile and budget.
Manipal Academy of Higher Education Dubai
In Dubai since 2000, licensed by MoHESR and accredited by CAA. Scholarships of up to 50%, students from 40-plus nationalities, and strong internship and placement support across Business, Engineering, IT, Design, Media and Life Sciences at UG, PG and doctoral levels.
Middlesex University Dubai
The same UK-recognised degree awarded at Middlesex University London. The largest UK university in Dubai by enrolment, with more than 7,000 students from over 120 nationalities. Licensed by KHDA and MoHESR, with multiple intakes through the year, including MBA.
Hult International Business School Dubai
A global business school with campuses in Dubai, London and Boston, known for its intensive one-year Global MBA. Based in Dubai Internet City, with employer networking built into the programme. CAA-accredited.
Symbiosis International University Dubai
Symbiosis’s first overseas campus, carrying over 50 years of academic legacy from India. Licensed by MoHESR and accredited by CAA and KHDA. Offers Business, MBA, Computer Science, AI, Data Analytics and Engineering, popular with students seeking international exposure at an accessible cost.
SP Jain School of Global Management Dubai
Study across Dubai, Singapore, Sydney and London depending on your programme, with genuine multi-city exposure. A specialist business school where many programmes lead to an Australian-accredited qualification. Based in Dubai International Academic City.
De Montfort University Dubai
A UK-recognised degree from a 150-year-old British institution, with a strong employability focus and real industry projects across Business, Computing, Cyber Security, Psychology, Architecture, Design, Engineering and Law. Transfer to the Leicester campus is possible.
University of Bolton Dubai (Ras Al Khaimah)
A UK degree at notably lower cost than studying in the UK. One of the earliest British universities in the Northern Emirates, established in 2008, with 125-plus regional employer connections across Engineering, Business, Computing, Psychology, Law and Accountancy, linked to bodies such as ACCA and IEEE.
How it works
Your Dubai study track
Step 1
Free consultation
Your goals, budget and academic profile.
Step 2
University shortlisting
Matched from our partner network above.
Step 3
Application and documentation
We handle submission and follow-ups.
Step 4
Offer and scholarship
Your offer letter and any scholarship confirmation.
Step 5
Visa filing
Fast Dubai visa processing, typically 10 to 20 days.
Step 6
Arrival and settling in
Pre-departure briefing and on-ground support.
FAQ
Study in Dubai, answered
Do I need IELTS to study in Dubai?
Not always. Many Dubai universities accept a Medium of Instruction certificate instead. Your advisor confirms what your chosen programme requires.
Can I work while studying in Dubai?
Yes, students can typically work up to 20 hours a week, subject to current UAE regulations.
Are scholarships available at Dubai universities?
Yes. Manipal Academy of Higher Education Dubai, for example, offers up to 50%, and other partner universities offer scholarships depending on your profile.
How is a Dubai degree different from studying in the UK, US or Australia directly?
Several partner universities, including Middlesex, Hult, SP Jain, De Montfort and Bolton, award the same UK or Australian-recognised degree taught on a Dubai campus. The same qualification, generally at lower cost.