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Study in Dubai Global degree close to home
Cyber Success helps Indian students choose Dubai branch campuses, secure offers and scholarships, and complete the university-sponsored student visa, with one counsellor throughout.
- Bachelor’s: 3–4 years
- MS: 1–2 years
- 3-year STEM OPT
Free expert consultation
Tell us about your goal and a counsellor will call you.
Why study in Dubai?
Branch Campus Degrees
Earn the same degree as the UK or Australian home campus, from universities like Birmingham and Wollongong.
Close to India
A short flight from Indian cities and a time zone just 1.5 hours behind IST.
Lower Total Cost
Pay less than studying at the same university’s home campus abroad.
Business Hub
Learn in a city that is a base for finance, trade, tourism and tech firms.
Eligibility criteria to study in Dubai
Check the academic, English, attestation and funding rules before you apply.
Academic requirements
English language
Tests and GRE
Financial requirements
Dubai intakes for international students
Dubai universities offer September, January and selected summer intakes. September 2027 has the most programmes, so start planning now.
Main intake / September Intake
Widest choice of bachelor’s and master’s. Most scholarships and early-bird discounts. Apply: January – July 2027. Classes: September
Secondary intake / January Intake
Good option if you miss September. Offered by most branch campuses. Slightly fewer programmes. Apply: August – November
Limited intake / Summer Intake
Offered by selected universities. Mostly business and IT programmes. Smaller classes and quick offers. Apply: February – April
Dubai September 2027 intake deadlines and timeline
9–8 months before
Shortlist universities. Compare degrees, fees, campuses and scholarships.
8–7 months before
Take IELTS or PTE. Start attesting your certificates.
7–5 months before
Apply to universities. SOP, CV and transcripts ready.
5–4 months before
Receive offers. Claim scholarships and pay the deposit.
4–2 months before
Submit visa documents to the university. Arrange insurance.
2–1 months before
Receive your entry permit. Book housing and flights.
1 month before
Fly to Dubai. Complete medical test and Emirates ID.
Best universities in Dubai
Strong picks for all Master Courses.
University of Birmingham Dubai
Popular for Business & Computer Science
68
QS World Ranking
University of Wollongong in Dubai
Popular for Business & IT
195
QS World Ranking
Heriot-Watt University Dubai
Popular for Engineering & Data Science
325
QS World Ranking
Middlesex University Dubai
Popular for Business & Media
20
QS World Ranking
Curtin University Dubai
Popular for Business & IT |
43
QS World Ranking
BITS Pilani Dubai Campus
Popular for Engineering |
51
QS World Ranking
Popular courses in Dubai
Top picks for Indian students
Business Management
Engineering
Computer Science
Law
Hospitality
Finance
Architecture
Biotechnology
Study in Dubai cost for Indian students
Your cost depends on the university, programme and housing. Rent, transport, insurance and visa fees add up.
Tuition fees (average per year)
Bachelor’s
AED 50,000 – AED 90,000
MS at public universities
AED 55,000 – AED 85,000
MBA at top branch campuses
AED 90,000 – AED 140,000
Living expenses (average per month)
Shared housing
AED 3,000 – AED 4,500
Private studio
AED 4,500 – AED 7,000
Estimate your study cost in Dubai
Get an estimated monthly cost of studying and living in Dubai. Ask a counsellor to plan your budget.
Scholarships in Dubai
Dubai branch campuses offer merit scholarships of 10% to 50% of tuition, plus early-bird and sibling discounts for Indian students.
Outstanding graduates may qualify for long-term residence options, and most families fund the balance through education loans.
Career prospects in the USA
These US sectors offer strong opportunities for graduates
- Artificial Intelligence
- Data Science
- Software Engineering
- Healthcare
- Finance
- Business Analytics
Documents and visa
Documents
Visa
Documents
Documents required to study in the USA
Common
- Valid passport (6+ months)
- University offer letter
- Attested Class X, XII and degree certificates
- IELTS, PTE or TOEFL score report
- Passport-size photos
- Proof of tuition payment
- Bank statement or sponsor letter
- Health insurance
Visa
F-1 visa requirements for Indian students
The F-1 visa lets you study full time at a SEVP-certified US school. You will typically need:
- Your university sponsors the student visa.
- Submit documents to the university visa office.
- Receive an entry permit to travel.
- Complete a medical test and biometrics in Dubai.
- Get your Emirates ID and 1-year residence visa.
Step-by-step application process
From choosing a campus to starting classes in Dubai, we guide every step.
Step 1: Choose course
Select campuses and programmes that fit your goals and budget.
Step 2: Apply
Submit applications, scores and attested documents.
Step 3: Offer and deposit
Accept your offer, claim scholarships and pay the deposit.
Step 4: Student visa
Your university files the visa after you submit documents.
Step 5: Fly to the USA
Travel, finish medicals and get your Emirates ID.
FAQs
Tuition usually runs AED 50,000 to AED 90,000 a year at branch campuses. Living costs add about AED 3,000 to AED 7,000 a month.
Yes. Branch campuses award the same degree as the home university, accredited by the home country and licensed in Dubai.
Your university sponsors a 1-year residence visa, renewed each year. You get an entry permit, then complete medicals and Emirates ID.
A valid passport, offer letter, attested certificates, photos, tuition receipt, insurance and proof of funds or a sponsor.
Yes, with a part-time work permit arranged through your university. A student visa alone does not allow work.
There is no automatic post-study visa. Graduates usually move to an employer-sponsored work visa or a job-seeker visa.
No. The Graduate Route needs study in the UK. A Dubai campus degree suits careers in the Gulf and India.
Most universities accept applications from January to July 2027. Apply early to secure scholarships and allow time for attestation.
Most universities ask for IELTS 6.0 to 6.5 or an equivalent. Some accept strong Class XII English scores.
Birmingham Dubai, Wollongong in Dubai and Heriot-Watt Dubai are popular. Compare courses, fees and the parent university’s reputation.
It is close to home, safe, multicultural and cheaper than the home campus, with strong job markets in the Gulf.
One counsellor handles your shortlist, offers, scholarships, attestation, visa documents and tech upskilling before you fly.
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