
Ras Al Khaimah, United Arab Emirates

Ras Al Khaimah, United Arab Emirates

Stirling RAK offers UK-accredited degrees delivered locally in the UAE, inheriting the global reputation of the University of Stirling. The campus has earned recognition for teaching quality, employability, internationalisation, inclusiveness, and facilities, receiving 5-star QS ratings in these areas. Impressively, 95% of undergraduates and 96% of postgraduates go on to employment or further studies within fifteen months post-graduation
The UoS RAK campus is spacious and modern, located at the entrance of Ras Al Khaimah City. Facilities include expansive teaching rooms, a large auditorium, a well-equipped library, cafeteria, sports courts (basketball and volleyball), a mosque, and ample parking. It benefits from easy accessibility, with university bus services linking the campus to all Emirates.
General student engagement levels are healthy, with opportunities for involvement in academic, cultural, and sport-related activities. While explicit clubs or unions were not cited, supportive facilities like communal cafeterias and mosque-based social spaces suggest a community-focused environment.


The RAK campus offers robust Career Services. The Career Services team supports students and alumni with:
CV building
Job search assistance
Employability skill development
Career counseling and mock interviews
Career fairs and networking events
These services are designed to help students transition smoothly into professional life
The below information is required while
completing the university application :
Academic Criteria: Applicants must generally demonstrate strong academic performance, such as a high school diploma with at least a 60% average, although exact thresholds are course-dependent.
English Proficiency: Required scores include IELTS ≥?6.0 (with no sub-score below 5.5), TOEFL iBT ≥?80 (with minimum sub-scores: Listening & Writing?≥?17; Reading?≥?18; Speaking?≥?20), or PTE Academic ≥?60 overall (minimum 59 per subskill) .
Application Materials: Applicants must submit passport/ID, transcripts, and proof of English skills. Originals are not required; scanned versions are sufficient.
Holistic Admission Review: The university considers more than grades—personal statements, referee statements, motivation, academic resilience, and involvement potential are also evaluated.
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A pivotal contributor to its strong graduate outcomes, the Stirling RAK campus emphasizes career readiness. With infrastructure and support systems tailored to encourage student success, the campus ensures learners are well-positioned for roles in their fields following graduation



The class of 2023 celebrated the university’s first graduates in Ras Al Khaimah, encompassing qualifications across a diverse range of programmes—from undergraduate honours and BSc degrees to MSc diplomas. A total of 48 students graduated in December 2023, marking a milestone for the campus. Similarly, earlier in 2022, the first UAE-based graduates were commemorated in a special event, recognising the inaugural cohorts of both undergraduate and postgraduate students.


In December 2023, the campus held its graduation event for 48 students across various disciplines—including Accounting & Finance, Software Engineering, Computing Science, Management, and Finance—highlighting continued success in academic delivery.
At the 28th Elets World Education Awards in Dubai, Stirling RAK was honored with the Outstanding University with Best Placements award, recognizing excellence in graduate employability and support.
Dr Richa Arora, Head of Institution & COO at Stirling RAK, received the Exemplary Women Leadership Award in Education—acknowledging her outstanding leadership and contributions to the educational sector.
The campus showcased its offerings at GETEX 2023 (Global Education and Training Exhibition), engaging prospective students and promoting scholarships (up to 50%), internship opportunities, visa support, and articulation pathways to the UK.
The RAK campus celebrated its first cohort of graduates, with 35 students receiving degrees in Accounting & Finance (BA Hons), Management (BSc Hons), Big Data (MSc), and Finance (MSc) during a ceremony held in December.
Stirling RAK houses a Centre of Excellence (COE) focused on enhancing teaching and learning. Led by Dr Richa Arora, it promotes pedagogy innovation, faculty development, quality assurance, and community engagement through its ‘Connect and Reach Out’ initiative. This approach reinforces a learning environment driven by academic excellence and knowledge-sharing.

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