United Arab Emirates University

Academic Criteria

Master’s programs: A recognized Bachelor’s degree with a minimum GPA of 3.0/4.0 or equivalent.

PhD / Professional Doctorate:

PhD: Master’s degree (GPA ≥?3.0), or bachelor’s directly if GPA ≥?2.5.

PDP: Similar to PhD standards; individual colleges may add requirements.

English Language Proficiency

Master’s: IELTS ≥?6.0 (exceptions apply for English-medium graduates); conditional admission possible with IELTS ≥?5.5, subject to improvement and GPA benchmarks.

PhD: IELTS ≥?6.5 (exceptions for prior English-medium master’s holders). Some programs taught in Arabic may require lower thresholds.

Additional Requirements

For Master’s (e.g., MBA) admissions:

GPA ≥?3.0 (with conditional options for lower GPA if supported by experience)

Minimum of one year of relevant work experience

Standardized test scores (TOEFL, IELTS) are required

An interview and two recommendation letters may be required.

Required Application Documents

Include:

Completed application form and fee deposit

Academic transcripts and equivalences (if applicable)

Passport and ID documentation

IELTS or TOEFL score report

Two recommendation letters (for Master’s, PhD)

CV and (where applicable) personal statement/SOP