Dubai IELTS - Study without IELTS

Yes, PTE is one of the most common alternatives to IELTS for studying in Dubai, and several universities look for PTE scores for MBA programmes. Minimum scores differ by programme and university, so check each university's requirement before you register for the test.

Not always. An MOI certificate can replace IELTS at some Dubai universities, for example the University of Dubai exempts English-medium bachelor's graduates, but others such as RIT Dubai apply a narrower rule, so the waiver depends on the specific institution.