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British University in Dubai (BUiD): Programs, Fees, Rankings, Admissions

UAE flag Dubai, Dubai, United Arab Emirates Private
Courses Offered
35+
Coed Status
Coed
Offering Scholarship
Yes
Accommodation
No
Updated on 7th May 2026

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Specialised Strengths / Niche Programmes

BUiD is the region's first research-based, postgraduate university, established to provide British-style, world-class education. It offers unique programmes like the first BSc in Artificial Intelligence in the UAE and a specialised MSc in Construction Law and Dispute Resolution.

Location Advantage

Situated in Dubai International Academic City (DIAC), the campus is part of a major educational hub that fosters collaboration between students and industry professionals in one of the world's most dynamic business environments.

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Acceptance Rate

58%

Graduation Rate

Not specified

Tuition Fees (Annual)

AED 56,250 – AED 85,000

Student-Faculty Ratio

Not publicly disclosed

Application Deadline

Vary by semester

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Year Established

2003

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Accreditation

Licensed by the UAE Ministry of Education; accredited by the Knowledge and Human Development Authority (KHDA) and the Quality Assurance Agency (QAA) in the UK.

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Campus Size

Occupies Blocks 10 and 11 within Dubai International Academic City

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Setting

Urban (Academic Hub)

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Mascot / Colors

Not Specified

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Student Enrollment

Approximately 2,253 graduates to date (126 UG, 1902 Master, 225 PhD)

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International Students

Represents 99 different nationalities

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Global or National University Ranking

Ranked #10 in the Arab World and #4 in the UAE

Program-Specific Ranking

National: BUiD 2nd in Education, 3rd in Business, 6th in Computer Science, 7th in Engineering, 10th in Law

Regional Ranking

Ranked #10th in the Arab Region by Times Higher Education

National Ranking

Ranked #4th in UAE

Reputation

According to Times Higher Education, BUiD's major reputation point is its status as a research-led institution ranked 1st in the Arab region for papers per faculty and 10th overall in the 2026 Arab University Rankings.

Research Output

The university has 1401 scholarly publications and 168 research projects

International Collaborations

Strategic alliances with the University of Edinburgh, the University of Manchester, Cardiff University, and the University of Glasgow

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Location
Block 11, Floors 1 & 2, Dubai, Dubai, United Arab Emirates
Phone
+971 4 279 1400
Email
info@buid.ac.ae
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BUiD provides undergraduate degrees in Business, Law, Engineering, and AI, plus research-based Master’s and Doctorates in Education, Project Management, Sustainable Design, and Finance.

Yes, it is licensed by the UAE Ministry of Education (CAA accredited) and holds the UK’s Quality Assurance Agency (QAA) Global Quality Accreditation.

Undergraduates typically need a 70% high school average, while postgraduates require a recognized Bachelor’s degree; both must meet English proficiency standards (IELTS/EmSAT).

You can apply through the Study From UAE portal by completing your profile or submit your application through the BUiD online portal by uploading transcripts, identity documents, and English test scores.

Annual undergraduate fees range from AED 56,250 to AED 62,500, while total postgraduate program costs vary between AED 70,000 and AED 140,000.

Yes, BUiD offers merit-based scholarships up to 50% and special discounts, including a 20% scholarship for Master’s programs for the September 2025 intake.

BUiD does not have on-campus dorms but assists students in booking nearby housing at the Myriad Dubai in Academic City.

Facilities include a specialized research library, high-tech labs, a Doctoral Training Centre, and career support through the B.ACE excellence centre.

Ranked 4th in the UAE and 10th in the Arab region (THE 2026), BUiD is the top-ranked regional university for research papers per faculty.
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