Quick Summary
Universiti Brunei Darussalam (UBD), in Bandar Seri Begawan, Brunei Darussalam, is a public that has shaped higher education since 1985. Ranked #380 globally by QS World University Rankings 2026, it enrolls 13500 students including 12% from outside Brunei Darussalam. Known for strengths in Modern Languages, Education, Social Sciences, it maintains an acceptance rate of 30%.
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Institutional Profile
Who they are
UBD offers a flexible GenNEXT curriculum allowing multidisciplinary studies and a mandatory 'Discovery Year' for global exposure, set in a safe and tax-free environment.
Subject Strengths
Modern LanguagesEducationSocial SciencesPetroleum EngineeringEnvironmental Science
Founded1985
TypePublic
Total Students13500
Intl Students12%
Faculty Ratio12.5
CampusSuburban
Campus Size300 hectares
Affiliated HospitalsRaja Isteri Pengiran Anak Saleha (RIPAS) Hospital
AccreditationMinistry of Education Brunei Darussalam, AACSB (UBD School of Business and Economics)
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Global Standing
Three independent ranking systems
QS World 2026
#380
Quacquarelli Symonds
Times Higher Ed
#401โ500
THE World University
ARWU Shanghai
Not Available
Academic Ranking
03
Academics & Research
What you can study
Bachelor of Arts,Bachelor of Science,Bachelor of Business,Bachelor of Engineering,Bachelor of Health Sciences,Master of Science,Master of Arts,PhD in various disciplines
Programs
Available
PhD Programs
Limited (Blended learning options available for specific professional courses)
Online Programs
Institute of Asian Studies (IAS), Institute of Policy Studies (IPS), Sultan Omar 'Ali Saifuddien Centre for Islamic Studies (SOASCIS), Institute of Biodiversity and Environmental Research (IBER)
Research Centers
Very High
Research Output
Ministry of Education Brunei Darussalam, AACSB (UBD School of Business and Economics)
Accreditation
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Admissions Brief
What it takes to get in
Entry Requirements
Acceptance Rate30%
IELTS6
TOEFL550
Min GPA3
GRENot required
GMATRequired for MBA in some cases
SATNot required
ACTNot required
Key Dates
FALLApplication Deadline ยท June 15
SPRINGApplication Deadline ยท November 30
MAR-APRDecisions Released
Required Documents
TranscriptsSOPEnglish ScoresLORsPassport
Insider Tip
Highlight extracurricular leadership and community service. International applicants should apply for the Brunei Darussalam Government Scholarship (BDGS) early.
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Cost Ledger
Amounts in Brunei Dollar
UG Tuition
B$4,500/yr
per year ยท BND
Living Cost
B$8,800/yr
per year ยท BND
PG Tuition
B$6,000/yr
per year ยท BND
Application Fee
$38
one time ยท USD
Total Estimated Annual Cost
B$14,000/yr
tuition + living + essentials ยท BND
Scholarships AvailableAvailable
Avg Scholarship$6,000
Financial AidAvailable
Work-StudyAvailable
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Featured & Popular Programs
A sample from Bachelor of Arts,Bachelor of Science,Bachelor of Business,Bachelor of Engineering,Bachelor of Health Sciences,Master of Science,Master of Arts,PhD in various disciplines programs total
| Program | Level | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| Petroleum Geoscience | BACHELOR | 3-4 YRS |
| Medicine | MASTER | 1-2 YRS |
| Business Administration | PHD | 3-5 YRS |
| Islamic Studies | MBA | 12-24 MO |
| Biodiversity and Tropical Ecology | BACHELOR | 3-4 YRS |
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Career Outcomes
Where graduates land
$18,000
Average Salary After Graduation
78%
Employment Rate
Internship PlacementMandatory Discovery Year (Internship, Study Abroad, or Community Outreach)
Industry Connections
Brunei Shell Petroleum (BSP)TotalEnergiesBaiduri BankRoyal Brunei Airlines
Notable Alumni
His Royal Highness Prince Haji Al-Muhtadee Billah, Her Royal Highness Princess Sarah
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Campus & Student Life
Life beyond lectures
Housing
On-campus available
Sports Facilities
UBD Sports Complex, Olympic-sized swimming pool, football pitch, indoor gyms
Student Clubs
Over 50 clubs including UBD Student Association (PMUBD), Drama & Theater Club, and Martial Arts Clubs
Library Resources
UBD Library with extensive digital archives and specialized Islamic studies collections
Exchange Programs
Available
Summer Programs
Global Discovery Programme (GDP)