How to apply for a course at our Dubai campus

Apply directly to the University of Birmingham Dubai for foundation, undergraduate, postgraduate, and doctoral study. Applications are made through our online Admissions portal, with no application fee.

Frequently asked questions

What supporting documents do I need to apply?

The following supporting documents are required. Some qualifications may also require attestation or equivalency.

Requirements may vary depending on your qualifications and chosen course. Please refer to your course page for specific requirements.

Undergraduate

(including integrated foundation year)

  • High school transcripts (first-term or predicted results for the current academic year, plus GCSE certificate or equivalent)
  • High school certificate (if available)
  • Personal statement
  • Recommendation or reference letter
  • English proficiency test (IELTS/TOEFL/PTE)

Postgraduate

  • If you are currently studying for an undergraduate degree, please submit transcripts for your studies completed to date
  • Undergraduate degree certificate (if available)
  • Personal statement
  • Recommendation or reference letter
  • English proficiency test (IELTS/TOEFL/PTE)
  • CV

Do I need my final grades to apply?

No. For undergraduate and foundation courses, you can apply using predicted grades or first-term results from Grade 12/Year 13 before your final grades are available.

For postgraduate courses, you can apply using your transcripts for your studies completed to date.

Final grades will be required before your offer can be made unconditional.

How long does it take to receive a decision?

Once you have completed your application and uploaded the necessary documents, it will be reviewed by the Admissions Tutor for your course area. If successful, you will receive a Conditional Offer. This process typically takes up to 10 working days and may take longer if documents are missing.

Please note that Conditional Offers do not include details of any scholarship award. A separate scholarship confirmation will be provided within 10 working days of receiving your Conditional Offer.

Do I need to submit a separate scholarship application?

A separate scholarship application is not required. All Conditional Offers are reviewed, and the documents submitted with your application are used to assess scholarship eligibility.

Following the issue of a Conditional Offer, your application will be considered by the Scholarship Committee. Scholarship confirmation is normally issued by email within 10 working days.

Can I apply through UCAS?

No. Applications to study at our Dubai campus are made directly through our Admissions portal, not through UCAS, and therefore do not count towards one of your five choices.

How do I track my application?

You can track your application, upload additional documents, and respond to requests from Admissions through the Admissions portal.

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