Computing & Data
Study software, information systems, data science and artificial intelligence.
Example programmes
- Information TechnologyBSc (Honours) · Undergraduate
Study destination
Study in the United Arab Emirates
International branch campuses in Dubai and Abu Dhabi for students who want a global degree closer to home.
Find your study options in the United Arab Emirates
The UAE offers English-medium programmes at international branch campuses in Dubai and Abu Dhabi. September is the main intake, with January starts at some institutions.
- Teaching language
- English
Confirm your programme’s language and accepted evidence.
- Programme starts
- September · January
Starts and deadlines vary by programme.
- Study budget
- Plan your total costs
Compare tuition, living costs and initial expenses.
- After graduation
- Explore your next step
Work and residence options have their own conditions.
Our team can help you compare courses, understand entry requirements and build a shortlist around your qualifications and budget.
Explore courses in the United Arab Emirates
Start with a subject you enjoy. Explore selected programme examples, then compare study levels and teaching languages in the course directory.
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Universities to explore
Explore university campuses and study options. Visit the official admissions pages for current programmes, entry requirements and fees.
Middlesex University Dubai
Dubai, UAE
A UK university branch campus offering media, business and computing.
University photo credits
- Middlesex University Dubai: Middlesex University Dubai. Resized and cropped for display.
Plan your study budget
Your budget has three parts: tuition, day-to-day living and the costs of getting settled. Use the references below to start planning, then confirm the figures for your course and city.
Tuition & fee references
Middlesex Dubai’s published 2026/27 undergraduate example. Other institutions and postgraduate programmes set different fees.
Undergraduate annual tuition
120 credits · 2026/27 · Middlesex University Dubai
AED 64,557per year
Dubai accommodation example
AED 3,050–4,999per month · selected 10–12 month contracts
Middlesex’s accommodation page lists KSK Homes twin and single room examples in this range.
Housing only; add food, transport, insurance and personal expenses. Rates depend on contract, room and availability.
Middlesex Dubai: accommodation options (opens in a new tab)Fees vary by programme, year and legal status. A semester fee, annual fee and full-programme fee cover different periods. Confirm what is included, payment dates and refund terms with the institution.
Allow for initial expenses
Include application and visa charges, document preparation, insurance, travel and accommodation deposits. Ask what is included before paying; any agency service charge is separate from university and government fees.
Check funding early
Review scholarships with the university or award provider. Check eligibility, deadlines and what an award covers. Build your plan around confirmed funds.
Entry requirements & how to apply
Requirements depend on your qualification, citizenship and chosen programme. Check the university’s current instructions before preparing your application.
Academic entry requirements
Undergraduate applicants need a secondary-school qualification, often with attestation. Master’s applicants need a first degree.
Language & course requirements
Check the teaching language and accepted proficiency evidence for your specific course and campus.
For a master’s degree
Check the recognised first degree, relevant subject background and grades required by the programme. Some courses also ask for professional experience, a portfolio, research proposal or an interview.
Middlesex Dubai: courses and entry requirements (opens in a new tab)
Documents to prepare
- Passport, qualification certificates and academic transcripts.
- Accepted evidence of your programme’s teaching language.
- A personal statement, references, portfolio or research proposal where requested.
- Qualification assessment, legalisation and certified translations where required.
Qualification recognition
Check the campus’s approval, programme recognition and awarding university. Confirm whether your school qualification permits direct degree entry or requires foundation study. Regulated careers can require additional recognition.
Recognition, legalisation and translation are separate steps. Confirm each receiving authority’s requirements.
Choose your intake before you apply
September and selected January starts are common at branch campuses. Confirm your course’s start, deposit terms and visa sponsorship arrangements with the institution.
Choose your programme
Compare subjects, qualification, campus, teaching language and total cost. Confirm eligibility with the institution.
Prepare and apply
Check the application route, gather the required documents and complete any assessment by the course deadline.
Plan your arrival
After admission, follow the applicable immigration process and arrange funds, insurance and accommodation.
Visa, work & student life
Student residence visa
Study residence can be sponsored by an eligible institution or parent, depending on the circumstances. Confirm which process applies before paying deposits or making travel arrangements.
Follow the sponsor’s instructions for entry, medical checks, Emirates ID, insurance and residence formalities.
UAE Government: residence for studying (opens in a new tab)
Use the instructions for your actual citizenship and residence jurisdiction.
Working during and after study
Student residence does not create unrestricted permission to work. Check the authorisation required for employment, training or a placement with the relevant authority and sponsor.
Post-study work requires an appropriate employment or other residence route. A branch-campus degree does not automatically secure a visa in the awarding university’s home country.
UAE Government: study residence conditions (opens in a new tab)
Prepare for your arrival
Follow the university visa team’s instructions for entry and any medical checks after arrival. Arrange accommodation early for September and prepare for the UAE’s hot climate.
Your questions about the United Arab Emirates
How much should I budget?
Add the exact tuition for your course and year to accommodation, food, transport, insurance and personal expenses. Include application charges, document preparation, travel and deposits. The figures above show what each reference covers; a housing example or visa funds requirement is only part of the total.
When should I apply?
September and selected January starts are common at branch campuses. Confirm your course’s start, deposit terms and visa sponsorship arrangements with the institution.
Middlesex Dubai: courses and entry requirements (opens in a new tab)
Are these the only courses and universities available?
These are selected examples to help you explore. Universities offer many more programmes. Tell us your subject, study level and preferred destination so we can help you compare a broader shortlist.
Can I fund my studies through part-time work?
Plan tuition and essential living expenses using confirmed funds. Student employment can be restricted and a job is not guaranteed. Review the work guidance above and the conditions of your own immigration status before accepting employment.
UAE Government: study residence conditions (opens in a new tab)
Will my qualification be recognised?
Check the campus’s approval, programme recognition and awarding university. Confirm whether your school qualification permits direct degree entry or requires foundation study. Regulated careers can require additional recognition.
Middlesex Dubai: courses and entry requirements (opens in a new tab)
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Talk with our team about course options, entry requirements and the budget you’ll need. We’ll help you understand the next steps.
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