How do I qualify for undergraduate or master's civil engineering in Dubai as an Indian student?
27 Oct 2026 · Answered by Muskan Vashishtha · 1 min read
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Requirements vary by university. Undergraduate programs typically ask for a high school certificate with around 60 to 80 percent, Math and Physics, and IELTS 5.5 to 6.5. Master's programs typically ask for a civil engineering bachelor's degree and a GPA of 2.5 or 3.0. Check each university.
Requirements vary slightly between universities, but the common ones are easy to plan around. Undergraduate applicants typically need a strong school record with Math and Physics, while master's applicants need a relevant bachelor's degree and a minimum GPA.
Common Admission Requirements
| Item | Undergraduate | Master's |
|---|---|---|
| Academic record | High school certificate with around 60 to 80 percent, depending on university | Civil Engineering bachelor's degree with a GPA of 2.5 or 3.0 |
| Subjects | Math and Physics as main subjects | Not stated |
| English test | IELTS 5.5 to 6.5 (or equivalent TOEFL score) | Not stated |
| Documents | Valid passport, passport-size photographs, filled application form | Two reference letters, SOP, document attestation |
Document Attestation
- Educational documents must be attested.
- A common route is a notary in your home country, then the home country's Ministry of External Affairs, then the UAE Embassy in your country, and finally the UAE Ministry of Foreign Affairs after arrival. Extra steps can apply depending on your state and document, so confirm the current route officially.
- This typically takes 4 to 6 weeks, so start early.
My Advice
Start attestation as soon as you shortlist universities, because it takes weeks. Then confirm each university's exact percentage, GPA and English score on its official page.
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