CU
Canadian University of Dubai
Dubai, United Arab Emirates
"A Canadian-curriculum university in Dubai"
At a Glance
Accept Rate
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Avg Salary/Yr
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Ranking
#616 (QS)
PSW VISA
Job-seeker visa (60-120 days)
About Canadian University of Dubai
Canadian University Dubai (CUD) was established in 2006 and offers a Canadian-style curriculum in Dubai. It placed #616 in the QS World University Rankings 2027. CUD teaches business, engineering, architecture and interior design, communication, IT and health sciences.
Rankings & Recognition
#616
Ranked #604 in QS 2026 (#616 in QS 2027).
Accreditations & Memberships
Ministry of Higher Education and Scientific Research (MoHESR)
UAE
QS 5-Star Rating
QS 2026 Performance Breakdown
Score out of 100 across each QS evaluation pillar, with Canadian University of Dubai's global standing for that metric.
Academic Reputation
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Employer Reputation
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Faculty Student Ratio
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Citations per Faculty
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Key Facts
2006
Established
#616
QS 2027
Canadian
Curriculum
Dubai
City
QS 100 score
Intl. Students
Popular Programs
Business
Engineering
Architecture
Interior Design
Communication
Information Technology
Application Details
Application Route
University online application
Intakes
September, January (some)
IELTS
5.0
Alternatives
TOEFL / EmSAT accepted (by uni)
Part-time work
20 hrs/week with MOHRE permit
Standardized Test Requirements
| Test | Minimum Score |
|---|---|
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IELTS Academic
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5.0 |
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TOEFL iBT
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61 |
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TOEFL ITP
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500 |
Study Abroad & Visa Details
Visa Approval Rate
95%
I-20 Processing
Student residence visa (uni-sponsored)
Post-Study Work
Job-seeker visa (60-120 days)
Green Card Pathway
Golden Visa (GPA 3.5+, top grads)
Financials
Application Fee
N/A
Avg Scholarship
Merit-based (university)
Career Outcomes
Job-seeker visa (60-120 days)
Post-Study Work
20
Work While Study
Where Graduates Land
Faculty & Alumni
Teaching Language — English
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Notable Alumni
Campus & Location
Canadian University of Dubai is in Dubai, UAE.
Campus Details
City
Walk Al Safa Street Al Wasl Dubai UAE
Campus Forecast
Hot summers (40°C+
Jun–Sep)
Mild winters (20–25°C
Nov–Mar)
Very low rainfall
Student Life & Housing
Housing
University hostel or private shared housing
Dining
Campus food courts; Indian food widely available
Health & Wellness
Health insurance required for visa
Activities & Clubs
Student clubs
Sports
Cultural and career events
Diversity & Demographics
Total Students
International Students
Countries Represented
Cost Deep-Dive
Tuition
Varies by programme (see university)
UAE tuition range
approx. AED 20,000-100,000+ / year
Student visa costs
approx. AED 5,500-8,500 total
Visa maintenance (some)
AED 2,500 one-time
Intakes & Deadlines
Main intake is September (Fall), with a January (Spring) intake for many programmes. Apply 2-3 months early for the visa.
Scholarships at Canadian University of Dubai
0 scholarships available
These are general eligibility guidelines. Always confirm exact requirements with the university's admissions office or your Sukhada counsellor.
Academic Requirements
Undergraduate
Indian Class 12 (CBSE / ISC / state) with good marks, attested; IELTS approx. 6.0-6.5 or equivalent.
Postgraduate
Recognised bachelor's in a related field (GPA / % by programme); IELTS approx. 6.0-6.5.
English Proficiency
IELTS Academic
TOEFL iBT
TOEFL ITP
Required Documents
Passport (6+ months validity)
Class 10 and 12 marksheets (attested)
Bachelor degree + transcripts (PG)
English test (IELTS / TOEFL / EmSAT)
Passport photos
Medical fitness test (in UAE)
Health insurance
Equivalency (MoE) where needed
Application Process
1
Choose programme
Pick a programme at Canadian University of Dubai and check entry and English requirements.
2
Apply online
Submit the online application with marksheets, passport and English scores.
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Offer & deposit
Accept the offer and pay the seat / tuition deposit.
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Entry permit
The university sponsors your student entry permit.
5
Arrive & residence
Do the medical test, Emirates ID and get the 1-year student residence visa.
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Renew yearly
Renew the student visa each year (at least 45 days before expiry).
Campus & Location
Canadian University of Dubai is in Dubai, UAE.
Bachelor's
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Canadian University of Dubai
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Bachelor's
Business Administration
Canadian University of Dubai
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Bachelor's
Computer Science
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