What documents are required for a Master's application process in the UK or UAE?

You'll typically need the following documents to apply for a master's program in the UAE:

- Bachelor's degree certificate and transcripts (originals; if obtained outside the UAE, an equivalency certificate from the UAE Ministry of Education is usually required)
- English proficiency test scores (IELTS, TOEFL, or EmSAT, as required by the university)
- Updated CV (with academic, work, and skill details)
- Statement of Purpose (SOP)
- Letters of recommendation (usually two, academic or professional)
- Passport copy
- Passport-sized photographs
- Application form (completed online)
- Application fee receipt (if applicable)

Some universities may also require a medical certificate, birth certificate, and criminal record certificate. Requirements can vary by university and are subject to change. For personalized guidance, connect with your LeapScholar counsellor.

You’ll typically need these documents for your UAE Master’s application (Sep 2026 intake):

- Bachelor’s degree certificate and transcripts (originals)
- Equivalency certificate from UAE Ministry of Education (if your degree is from outside the UAE)
- English proficiency proof (IELTS 6.0, TOEFL 550/79, or EmSAT 1550; subject to change)
- Updated CV
- Statement of purpose
- Two letters of recommendation
- Passport copy
- Recent passport-sized photos
- Application fee receipt (fee varies by university; e.g., 200 AED at Khalifa University, subject to change)
- Medical certificate (showing you are free from infectious diseases)

Requirements can vary by university and program. All non-English/Arabic documents must be legally translated and attested. For personalized guidance, connect with your LeapScholar counsellor.