Quick Summary
Private in Dubai, United Arab Emirates — Canadian University of Dubai, est. 2006. Ranked #523 globally by QS World University Rankings 2026, it enrolls 3200 students including 85% from outside United Arab Emirates. Known for strengths in Architecture, Business and Management, Communication and Media Studies, it maintains an acceptance rate of 72%.
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Institutional Profile
Who they are
Provides a high-quality Canadian curriculum within the UAE, offering seamless transfer opportunities to top-tier Canadian universities.
Subject Strengths
ArchitectureBusiness and ManagementCommunication and Media StudiesInterior Design
Founded2006
TypePrivate
Total Students3200
Intl Students85%
Faculty Ratio18
CampusUrban
Campus SizeCity Walk Campus
Affiliated HospitalsNot Available
AccreditationCommission for Academic Accreditation (CAA) - UAE,Council for Interior Design Accreditation (CIDA),International Advertising Association (IAA),Public Relations Society of America (PRSA)
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Global Standing
Three independent ranking systems
QS World 2026
#523
Quacquarelli Symonds
Times Higher Ed
#1001-1200
THE World University
ARWU Shanghai
Not Available
Academic Ranking
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Academics & Research
What you can study
Bachelor of Architecture,BBA in Accounting and Finance,BBA in Marketing,BSc in Electrical Engineering - Telecommunications,Bachelor of Communication - Digital Media and Journalism,MBA in General Management,Master in Information Technology Management and Governance
Programs
Not Available
PhD Programs
Not Available
Online Programs
Center for Research, Innovation and Business (CRIB)
Research Centers
Moderate
Research Output
Commission for Academic Accreditation (CAA) - UAE,Council for Interior Design Accreditation (CIDA),International Advertising Association (IAA),Public Relations Society of America (PRSA)
Accreditation
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Admissions Brief
What it takes to get in
Entry Requirements
Acceptance Rate72%
IELTS6
TOEFL79
Min GPA2.5
GRENot Available
GMATNot Available
SATNot Available
ACTNot Available
Key Dates
FALLApplication Deadline · August 15
SPRINGApplication Deadline · December 20
MAR-APRDecisions Released
Required Documents
TranscriptsSOPEnglish ScoresLORsPassport
Insider Tip
Submit attested transcripts from the Ministry of Education early. Highlight extracurricular achievements for scholarship applications.
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Cost Ledger
Amounts in United Arab Emirates Dirham
UG Tuition
AED72,000/yr
per year · AED
Living Cost
AED55,000/yr
per year · AED
PG Tuition
AED82,500/yr
per year · AED
Application Fee
$136
one time · USD
Total Estimated Annual Cost
AED127,500/yr
tuition + living + essentials · AED
Scholarships AvailableAcademic Excellence Scholarship,Sports Scholarship,Financial Hardship Scholarship,Special Talent Scholarship
Avg Scholarship$4,500
Financial AidAvailable
Work-StudyAvailable
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Featured & Popular Programs
A sample from Bachelor of Architecture,BBA in Accounting and Finance,BBA in Marketing,BSc in Electrical Engineering - Telecommunications,Bachelor of Communication - Digital Media and Journalism,MBA in General Management,Master in Information Technology Management and Governance programs total
| Program | Level | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| Architecture | BACHELOR | 3-4 YRS |
| Bachelor of Business Administration | MASTER | 1-2 YRS |
| Interior Design | PHD | 3-5 YRS |
| Creative Industries | MBA | 12-24 MO |
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Career Outcomes
Where graduates land
$38,000
Average Salary After Graduation
88%
Employment Rate
Internship Placementtrue
Industry Connections
Dubai Media CityDubai Design District (d3)Canadian Business Council of DubaiIBMCisco
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Campus & Student Life
Life beyond lectures
Housing
On-campus available
Sports Facilities
Fitness Center,Outdoor Sports Courts,Partnered Swimming Facilities
Student Clubs
Drama Club,Robotics Club,Sustainability Club,Marketing Society,Student Council
Library Resources
Main Library at City Walk,E-library access to Canadian databases,Collaborative Study Rooms
Exchange Programs
Available
Summer Programs
Available