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Rabdan Academy: Programs, Fees, Rankings, Admissions

UAE flag Abu Dhabi, United Arab Emirates • Public
Courses Offered
19+
Coed Status
Coed
Offering Scholarship
No
Accommodation
No
Updated on 18th Dec 2025
Universities Rabdan Academy

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Specialised Strengths / Niche Programmes

Rabdan Academy (RA) is the region’s first higher-education institution specialised in Safety, Security, Defence, Emergency Preparedness & Crisis Management (SSDEC). It offers unique dual vocational and academic programmes delivered by experienced global faculty, combining theory and hands-on training.

Location Advantage

Situated in Abu Dhabi, RA gives students direct access to the UAE’s national security, emergency services and defence sectors. Its proximity to major institutions ensures strong ties for internships, real-world projects and employer partnerships.

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Year Established

2013

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Accreditation

Licensed by the UAE Ministry of Education's Commission for Academic Accreditation (CAA)

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Campus Size

33,000 square meters

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Setting

Urban

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Global or National University Ranking

Awarded QS 5-Star rating in six key categories, including Teaching, Facilities, Employability, Global Engagement, Academic Development, and Governance.

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Abu Dhabi, United Arab Emirates
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Rabdan Academy (RA) delivers undergraduate and graduate programmes focused on SSDEC fields, including Intelligence Analysis, Policing & Security Leadership, Systems Engineering (Defence), Business Continuity, and Integrated Emergency Management.

Yes, Rabdan Academy (RA) was established under UAE Law No. 7 (2013) and holds full licensure and accreditation from the Commission for Academic Accreditation (CAA), Ministry of Education, UAE.

Eligibility depends on the chosen programme; applicants must meet the academic entry requirements and submit certified transcripts. Non-UAE degrees typically require equivalency from the UAE Ministry of Education and English-language evidence

You can apply through us by completing your profile, or apply online via the university's official website.

The tuition is charged per credit hour: AED 2,850 for undergraduate/diploma courses (totaling about AED 342,000 for a Bachelor's degree) and approximately AED 4,167 for Master's programs (totaling about AED 150,000).

Yes. Rabdan Academy (RA) offers merit-based scholarships (selected applicants are automatically referred to the Scholarship Committee), and some awards may cover up to 100% of tuition.

Yes, Rabdan Academy (RA) provides student accommodation in fully-equipped, furnished deluxe hotel apartments located within walking distance of the campus.

Rabdan Academy (RA) offers modern classrooms, specialised libraries, sports and recreational facilities, career guidance and student services, plus links to internships and employer partners in the SSDEC sectors.

Rabdan Academy (RA) is government-owned and recognised regionally; it has received QS Stars 5-star ratings in categories such as Teaching and Employability and is widely regarded as a specialist centre for SSDEC education.
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