Education

Why Study in UAE?

  • The number of universities offering programs to international students has nearly doubled and about 1,000 foreign students now study in the UAE.
  • The majority of international students are from the US, UK, France, Canada, Australia and India.
  • Master's degrees are available in a wide range of subjects, with the most popular programs being information technology (IT), business, management and marketing.
  • The UAE recently made IT a top priority and as a result, IT education is blossoming at universities in the country.
  • Private universities and colleges are licensed by the Commission for Academic Accreditation, operating within the Ministry, which also accredits their programmes.
  • Enrollment for a professional training program may not require any specific background knowledge.
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Capital
Abu Dhabi

Important Education cities
Dubai, Abu Dhabi, Sharjah

Currency
AED

Language Spoken
Arabic, Farsi, Hindi, Urdu, English

Population
9581000 (2015)

Ethinic Diversity
Emirati: 19%, Other Arab and Iranian: 23%, South Asian: 50%, Other expatriates (includes Westerners and East Asians): 8%

Political System
Absolute monarchy

Climate
Summer Min Temp: 30°C; Max temp: 45°C,
Winter Min Temp: 25°C; Max Temp: 28°C

Living Expenses

Average Living cost
AED 1494 per month

Breakdown of the living cost

Accommodation
AED 694

Food
AED 617

Transportation
AED 183

Visa & Requirements

Type of VISA
Student Visa

VISA Application fees
1110 AED

VISA Process and Requirements
VISA Process: 1) Submit a completed Visa Application Form 2) 2 photos must be attached; the photo should be of passport format. 3) Track your application online. 4) Collect your passport from the Visa Application Centre or wait for courier delivery. 5) Visas normally take 2 to 5 weeks to process once all the correct documentation has been supplied. Documents Required for VISA: 1) Passport and four passport copies. 2) Valid Passport. 3) Accomodation proof. 4) Two current passport-sized photos. 5) Birth certificate. 6) Medical/travel insurance valid for your entire stay. 7) Letter of acceptance from university. more..

Employment & Career

Average hourly wage
AED 75

Work permit after course completion
Not Available

Work permit during course
24 hrs per week

Work permit during vacations
40 hrs per week

Financial Aids
Available, Merit Based and Need Based

Popular Job Sectors
Healthcare, Retail/Trade and Logistics, IT and Telecom/ISP, Finance and Accounting, Education

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