University of Wollongong Dubai

Dubai, United Arab Emirates

The University of Wollongong in Dubai (UOWD) is the first international Australian university established in the UAE. It began in 1993 as the Institute of Australian Studies and has since evolved into a fully autonomous institution offering a broad range of internationally accredited undergraduate, postgraduate, and doctoral programs.
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Frequently Asked Questions

UOWD enrolls over 3,500 students representing more than 108 countries, fostering a rich multicultural learning environment.
The University of Wollongong (parent institution) is ranked within the top 1% globally, with a spot in the top 200 in QS rankings, underscoring its international academic reputation.
Approximately 85% of UOWD graduates secure employment within six months of graduation, highlighting strong career outcomes.
UOWD may conduct interviews—especially for higher-level programs—but specific program requirements vary; check the admissions portal.
Applicants must complete an Application for Admission and provide certified transcripts (with translations if necessary).
Yes. First-semester engineering students without specific standardized test scores must take MCQ-based placement tests in Mathematics, Physics, or Statistics. A minimum score of 60% is required to proceed; otherwise, a Foundation program is recommended.
Yes. UOWD students follow both UOWD-specific policies and relevant UOW policies, coordinated through a structured policy framework agreement.
While not explicitly stated online, UOWD’s ISO certifications (e.g., for Safety & Risk) imply a formal safety and emergency preparedness structure.
Yes. On-campus residences at Jebel Ali Gardens are supervised and supported by residence advisors to ensure student safety.
UOWD delivers over 40 internationally accredited degrees across sectors including Business, Engineering, IT, Health, and Human Sciences.
Yes—UOWD is part of the UOW global network, enabling seamless credit transfer and mobility between campuses.
Yes. UOWD offers a host of program-specific accreditations such as AACSB, ACS, ACCA, CIMA, CIPD, CIM, CILT, and Engineers Australia.
Yes. UOWD offers various scholarships and financial aid such as Merit, Sports, Family, Alumni, and Engineering Excellence scholarships.
Amounts include: • Academic Merit: AED 50,000 • Engineering Excellence: AED 35,000 • Sports: AED 40,000 • Family Tuition Grant: AED 30,000 • Alumni: AED 25,000 • International Student: AED 20,000
Undergraduate: AED 85,000–100,000/year • Postgraduate: AED 90,000–120,000/year
UOWD’s main campus is in Dubai Knowledge Park, with student residences located in Jebel Ali Gardens.
Yes. The university provides supervised residential facilities with support staff in place at Jebel Ali Gardens.
Estimated monthly living expenses include: • Rent: AED 2,500–5,000 • Utilities: AED 300–500 • Food: AED 1,000–2,000 • Entertainment: AED 500–1,000
Yes. UOWD’s Student Recruitment team supports applicants with visa documents and guidance through admissions and enrollment phases.
While specific policies aren’t detailed, as a UAE university, UOWD students generally follow UAE international regulations for post-study work visas.
UOWD’s Career Connect and career services offer graduates resume support, job fairs, and HR preparation, fostering post-graduation employability.

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