University of Birmingham Dubai
Dubai, Dubai, AE
Dubai International Academic City, Dubai
Last updated: 04/08/2026
School Details
About University of Birmingham Dubai
Located in the heart of England, the University of Birmingham is steeped in history and tradition. Since its establishment in 1900, the University has played a key role in shaping the academic landscape locally and globally. The university's journey is marked by groundbreaking achievements, notable alumni, and a commitment to knowledge. Starting out as the first civic university in England, the original ‘redbrick’, UoB has evolved into a renowned hub for education, research, and innovation.
Since 2018, students have had the opportunity to study with the University of Birmingham in Dubai. In 2022, they moved into a new, purpose-built campus that fuses the historic redbrick Aston Webb buildings in Birmingham with the cultural richness and architectural beauty of Arabic heritage.
University of Birmingham Dubai campus reflects the stunning heart of UoB's UK campus. Home for up to 3,000 students, it’s also a meeting place for Birmingham alumni in the region and a business engagement hub for the local community. With state-of-the-art facilities, they offer an elite university education in the heart of the United Arab Emirates. Not only world-leading and research-informed, but personal to students.
Why University of Birmingham Dubai:
- Campus Facilities: The University of Birmingham Dubai campus is a Living Lab for research, industry collaboration, and teaching. Equipped with cutting-edge technology, it offers a world-class physical and digital experience for students, staff, and visitors. Using IoT technology, the university's bespoke mobile application helps users work smarter and manage their time more effectively.
- Intelligent Campus: Described as an ‘intelligent campus’, the campus is designed to embrace sustainable practices, ensuring UoB Dubai leads in corporate environmental responsibility. Their modern building adapts to changes in technology, learning, and climate. This innovative technology is integrated into their curriculum, across various disciplines, and utilised by industry partners through research projects, consultancy, and student internships.
- Teaching and Learning: The University of Birmingham Dubai campus is built around collaboration, reflecting real-world work environments. They have a variety of adaptable spaces, from large lecture theatres and laboratories to intimate seminar rooms, all designed to suit different learning styles and activities.
- Research: The University of Birmingham Dubai is driving innovation and making a meaningful impact in the Middle East and globally. They discover. They activate. Their thematic priorities shine a spotlight on their pioneering research collaborations that deliver global impact.
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Institution Details
- Founded
- 2018
- School ID
- 2969
- Institution Type
- Public
Cost and Duration
Free
Average application fee
One Year
Average graduate program
3 Years
Average undergraduate program
AED 66,000.00 AED / Year
Cost of living
AED 118,494.89 AED / First Year
Average gross tuition
Top Disciplines
Law, Politics, Social, Community Service and Teaching56%
Arts22%
Engineering and Technology11%
Other11%
Program Levels
3-Year Bachelor's Degree22%
Postgraduate Certificate / Master's Degree67%
Other11%
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