There is much more
to the vibrant and pulsating city of Dubai than its Gold Souk, dazzling deserts
and breathtaking architectural beauty. And the one avenue that is fast emerging
as Dubai's most important specialty is its prominence as an education
hub.
Located in the
Middle East, offering avant-garde academics today, Dubai has on offer globally
recognized educational institutions and lucrative career
opportunities. Considering the huge influx of immigrants, numerous well known foreign
universities have established their campuses in Dubai to impart
high-quality education that is at par with western standards.
Why Study in Dubai?
Dubai
is one of the most sought after destinations for higher education in the Middle
East. There are many reasons that work in favour of Dubai:
- The opportunity to live and study amid sun, sea and sand, with a booming economy to boot
- Some of the top universities in the Gulf region, according to World University Rankings 2016
- An excellent academic system that stands on a par with western standards
- Scope for tax-free earnings from an employment opportunity after graduation or post graduation
- Low cost of studying when compared to other developed countries like USA, UK and Australia. (Read: Cost of Study)
- Political stability, a cosmopolitan lifestyle, and a safe city to stay and study.
The Dubai International Academic City (DIAC)
established in 2007 aims to become world's largest free zone dedicated to
higher education. Many local and international colleges & universities have
been set up at DIAC. There are now 400+ undergraduate & postgraduate
programs being offered to more than 24,000 students from more than 125
countries. DIAC is definitely Dubai's study abroad hub! Image courtesy: www.thirty3.ae
The
emirate and the city of Dubai is fast emerging as the education hub of the
United Arab Emirates with more than 65 colleges and universities situated in
and around the Dubai International Academic City (DIAC) and the Dubai Knowledge
Village. The academic level of the universities and the success ratio of their
placements are on a par with global standards. (Also
read: All about student
accommodation in Dubai)
Some
of the premier colleges in Dubai include SP Jain School of Global Management,
Emirates Aviation College, Birla Institute of Technology and Sciences (BITS),
and Dubai Medical College. Well-known universities in Dubai include University
of Dubai (UD), American University in Dubai (AUD), and University of Wollongong
in Dubai (UOWD)
(Read more:
Top Universities in Dubai)
Courses of Study
For
students aiming to study in Dubai, there is a wide range of course options to
choose from. Civil engineering and MBA are among the most popular programs
among the international students studying abroad in Dubai. A look at
1.
Architecture
2.
Aviation
3.
Engineering and Technology (Civil
Engineering)
4.
Management, Business,
Administration, Marketing(MBA)
5.
Engineering Management
6.
Renewable Energy
7.
Media & Mass Communication
8.
Finance
9.
Computers & IT
10.
Economics
11.
Education
12.
Arts
13.
IT
14.
Humanities and Social Science
15.
Finance and Accounting
16.
Human Resources
17.
Law
18.
Health studies and Medical
19.
Natural Sciences
Getting a Student Visa for Dubai
As
an Indian student planning to study abroad in Dubai, you need to completely
understand the process of applying
for a Student Resident Visa for your stay in the city for the duration
of your program of study.
Main Attractions
Burj
Khalifa: Standing 160 storeys high, this
skyscraper is Dubai’s most recent pride.
Palm
Jumeira: World's largest man made island
created in the shape of a palm tree.
The Dubai Mall: Dubai Mall has 1,200 shops. The stores range from high-end niche designers, to more affordable wide-scope retails.
Burj Al Arab: It is the only 7-stars hotel in the world, located on the beach. Enjoy your short visit at one of its 10 restaurants and bars. Enjoy the aquarium and the relaxing background music.
Atlantis: Located on Dubai’s man-made island, this hotel is a symbol of luxury. While heading towards it, you’ll enjoy the Palm Island’s scenery. There are playful dolphins at the Dolphin Bay.
Souk Madinat Jumeirah: Walk around this exquisite, traditional-like gallery filled with symbols that reflect UAE’s heritage. Ranging from authentic traditional outfits, to simple touristic merchandise, this Souk is a great place shop at.
Gold Souk: This is a traditional gold market (or souk) dealing almost exclusively in gold jewellery. India is Dubai's largest buyer of gold.
The Dubai Mall: Dubai Mall has 1,200 shops. The stores range from high-end niche designers, to more affordable wide-scope retails.
Burj Al Arab: It is the only 7-stars hotel in the world, located on the beach. Enjoy your short visit at one of its 10 restaurants and bars. Enjoy the aquarium and the relaxing background music.
Atlantis: Located on Dubai’s man-made island, this hotel is a symbol of luxury. While heading towards it, you’ll enjoy the Palm Island’s scenery. There are playful dolphins at the Dolphin Bay.
Souk Madinat Jumeirah: Walk around this exquisite, traditional-like gallery filled with symbols that reflect UAE’s heritage. Ranging from authentic traditional outfits, to simple touristic merchandise, this Souk is a great place shop at.
Gold Souk: This is a traditional gold market (or souk) dealing almost exclusively in gold jewellery. India is Dubai's largest buyer of gold.
Facts about Dubai
Dubai
is the largest city of the United Arab Emirates (UAE) and has the sixth largest
oil reserves in the world. The city boasts of a state-of-the-art
infrastructure, an incredible skyline, and breathtaking architecture. The
Emirate is a monarchy but there is peace and political stability all around,
most people follow a lavish lifestyle and the economy is thriving.
Language: Arabic, Persian, English, Urdu, Hindi. Although, the
official language of Dubai is Arabic, English is the main language for higher
education.
Local Time: Dubai, UAE is 1.5 hours behind the Indian Standard Time (IST)
Currency: United Arab Emirates Dirham (AED).
Local Time: Dubai, UAE is 1.5 hours behind the Indian Standard Time (IST)
Currency: United Arab Emirates Dirham (AED).
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