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What is the approximate fee structure for master's programs in UAE, UK, and Ireland?

22 Jul 2026 · Answered by Shairal Pathak · 1 min read
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For a master's program, tuition fees are approximately ₹7-27 lakh per year in the UAE, ₹14-60 lakh in the UK, and ₹9-23 lakh in Ireland. Exact fees depend on the university, program, and location, so it's best to check the official websites of your chosen universities for the most up-to-date details.

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Swastika Ghosh
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Fees for master's programs in Ireland and the UAE depend on the university, program, and your residency status. Typical ranges:

Ireland:
- €22,600/year for MSc at University College Dublin (UCD)
- €16,700/year for LLM at Dublin City University (DCU)
- €16,640/year for MSc Research at Royal College of Surgeons in Ireland (RCSI)

UAE:
- AED 9,415/subject at University of Wollongong in Dubai (10 - 12 subjects per program)
- AED 49,775/year at Walsh College - UAE

These figures are subject to change and may not include extra costs such as registration, insurance, or health charges. If you need help understanding the fees for a specific course, please connect with your LeapScholar counsellor.

Gagandeep Singh
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Here’s a breakdown of typical tuition fees and living expenses for MBA or Master’s programs:

UK
- MBA tuition: £25,000 - £55,000/year
- Master’s tuition: £14,000 - £28,000/year
- Living expenses: £1,529/month (London), £1,171/month (other cities)

Ireland
- MBA tuition: €13,500 - €38,860/year
- Master’s tuition: €9,850 - €37,000/year
- Living expenses: €1,400 - €2,000/month (Dublin), €900 - €1,500/month (other cities)

Canada
- MBA tuition: CAD 30,000 - CAD 70,000 (entire program)
- Master’s tuition: CAD 15,000 - CAD 35,000/year
- Living expenses: CAD 1,200 - CAD 1,800/month

Dubai (UAE)
- MBA/Master’s tuition: AED 50,000 - AED 180,000/year
- Living expenses: AED 4,400 - AED 8,900/month

These figures are approximate and subject to change based on university, program, and lifestyle.

Abhishek Mehta
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Fees for studying in the UAE vary by university and program. For a Master's in Psychology, tuition typically ranges from AED 55,000 to AED 120,000 for the full program.

Typical costs per year:

- Public universities: AED 30,000 - 70,000
- Private universities: AED 70,000 - 110,000
- Living expenses: AED 2,000 - 4,500/month (accommodation), AED 800 - 1,500/month (food), plus transportation, utilities, and personal costs
- Student visa: AED 3,000 - 5,000/year
- Health insurance: AED 1,000 - 2,500/year

Total estimated cost for a two-year Master's: AED 153,000 - 315,000 (subject to change based on university and lifestyle).

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