Study in Dubai
Study in a fast-growing global business and innovation hub.
Explore international branch campuses, career-focused programmes and a multicultural student experience in Dubai and across the UAE.
UAEYOUR NEXT DESTINATIONWhy study in Dubai?
Start with the academic experience, then test the destination against your personal profile, budget and long-term direction.
Global campus options
Compare UAE institutions and international branch campuses in one destination.
Business connectivity
Study close to regional centres for finance, logistics, tourism and technology.
Multicultural environment
Join student communities shaped by people from around the world.
Modern infrastructure
Learn in a connected city with contemporary campuses and services.
UAE Student Residence Visa
requirements at a glance.
Plan your application with the latest core requirements in one place. Final eligibility, costs and evidence always depend on your personal circumstances and official instructions.
Secure admission from a licensed institution, complete the university’s sponsorship process and meet medical, insurance and Emirates ID requirements.
Find a field that moves your future forward.
Course availability and entry criteria vary by institution. SAG can help you compare options that fit your previous studies and career direction.
Get a personalised course shortlist →Choose the right academic level.
Foundation or pathway
Build subject knowledge, academic skills or language readiness before progressing.
Undergraduate study
Choose a bachelor-level route aligned with your previous education and career direction.
Postgraduate study
Develop specialist knowledge through taught, professional or research-led programmes.
Doctoral research
Explore supervisor, proposal and research-fit requirements for advanced study.
Explore globally recognised institutions.
Discover a selection of respected institutions in Dubai. Your best-fit choice should be based on course content, entry requirements, budget and career direction.
Khalifa University
United Arab Emirates University
American University of Sharjah
University of Sharjah
Zayed University
American University in Dubai
University of Birmingham Dubai
Heriot-Watt University Dubai
University of Wollongong in Dubai
Middlesex University Dubai
Canadian University Dubai
Rochester Institute of Technology Dubai
Murdoch University Dubai
Curtin University Dubai
Abu Dhabi University
Ajman University
Amity University Dubai
BITS Pilani Dubai Campus
Mohamed bin Zayed University of AI
New York University Abu Dhabi
University logos are shown for identification and exploration only; inclusion does not imply a formal partnership.
Explore different student environments.
Dubai Knowledge Park
A cluster of education, training and professional-development providers.
Dubai International Academic City
A dedicated higher-education zone with multiple international campuses.
Dubai Silicon Oasis
A technology-focused district close to innovation-led institutions.
Downtown Dubai
Central access to business, culture and major transport links.
Abu Dhabi
The national capital offers research universities and major cultural institutions.
Sharjah
A neighbouring education and cultural hub with respected universities.
Ajman
A smaller, accessible emirate with growing higher-education options.
Ras Al Khaimah
A lower-density study environment with branch campuses and scenic surroundings.
Bringing family to Dubai, UAE?
Family residence in the UAE depends on the sponsor’s eligible residence status, income, accommodation and the rules of the relevant emirate. A student route does not automatically guarantee family sponsorship.
Family sponsorship assessment
Check whether the student, employed spouse or parent is the appropriate sponsor and confirm current income and housing requirements.
Potential dependants
A spouse and eligible children may qualify under family residence rules.
Sponsor threshold
General sponsorship guidance references AED4,000 salary or AED3,000 plus accommodation, subject to current rules.
Housing evidence
Suitable registered accommodation may be required.
Insurance & medical
Family members need compliant insurance and adults may need medical fitness checks.
Work rights
Dependants need the appropriate work permit before employment.
Emirate variation
Fees and procedures differ across immigration authorities and free zones.
Questions before you start?
Your exact route depends on your qualification, chosen course, institution and intake.
Ask an SAG Counsellor →What intakes are commonly available in Dubai?
Typical planning options include September | January | selected spring. Not every programme is offered in every intake, so check the exact course calendar.
How do I apply to institutions in Dubai?
The common route is Direct university application. SAG can help you follow the correct process for your study level and selected institution.
Which English or language test will I need?
Accepted tests and minimum scores vary by course and institution. Some programmes may also have local-language requirements, so confirm the programme page before applying.
Can I apply with a study gap?
A gap does not have one universal outcome. Your academic history, work or personal activities, course relevance and explanation should be reviewed together.
Can SAG help with the complete process?
Yes. SAG can support profile review, country and course shortlisting, applications, document preparation, interview guidance and pre-departure planning.
Your Dubai study plan.
Built around you.
Get a focused profile assessment, a realistic university shortlist and step-by-step support—from your first decision to your visa file.