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UAE Universities & admissions - Eligibility & profile

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Is Amity University Dubai internationally accredited enough for my career plans abroad?

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Amity University Dubai is described as accredited by the UAE Ministry of Education's Commission for Academic Accreditation and licensed by KHDA. It also carries international accreditation from WASC in the US and QAA in the UK. Verify the latest status on official accreditation pages.

Besides IELTS, which other exams do I need for MBA admission in Singapore, the UAE or Malaysia?

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You may need exams besides IELTS for an MBA in Singapore, the UAE or Malaysia, depending on the university. GMAT or GRE is common in Singapore but not required everywhere, and English tests such as IELTS, TOEFL, EmSAT, MUET or PTE may be accepted, with minimum scores varying.

What IELTS band score do I need for an MBA in Singapore, the UAE or Malaysia?

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MBA requirements range from an overall IELTS band of 6.0 in Malaysia to 6.5 or 7.0 at schools such as NTU and NUS in Singapore. Section minimums vary by university, and higher scores are often preferred, so check each institution's requirement.

Do I need to take IELTS or a similar English test to get admission in Canada or the UAE?

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It depends on the university and your education background. Most Canadian universities ask for an English test such as IELTS unless your bachelor's was in an English-medium institution and the university accepts that for a waiver. Many UAE universities also ask for proof, though some may waive it.

Will my experience as a technology consultant count toward eligibility for a master's in the UAE?

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Yes, your technology consultant experience can strengthen a master's application in the UAE, especially for information technology, engineering management or digital transformation programmes. Some universities may even accept a lower undergraduate CGPA when you bring around five years of related work experience. Requirements differ by university.

Can my 95% in 12th-grade English from the Kerala State Board, where English was my medium of instruction, be used to waive the English proficiency requirement for admission to UAE universities?

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Yes, several UAE universities accept a 95 percent Grade 12 English score with an English medium of instruction letter as an IELTS waiver, but this is not automatic. Some universities, like UAE University, still require a standardised test regardless of your board or score.

Will a gap in my bachelor's due to work experience negatively impact my eligibility for master's programs in the UAE?

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Generally no, a work related gap in your bachelor's should not hurt your UAE master's eligibility, as long as you completed a recognized degree meeting the program's GPA requirement, typically 3.0 out of 4.0 at most universities in the UAE.

Do I need to take IELTS for master's programs in the UK, Italy, Poland, Lithuania, Austria, and the UAE, where English is not my first language?

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Whether you need IELTS depends more on the specific university than the country. An English-medium Indian bachelor's degree can waive the requirement at many UK and Italian universities, while Poland, Lithuania and Austria generally accept any B2-level proof, and UAE universities such as UAEU specifically ask for IELTS Academic 6.0.

All Questions (99)

Which Physics specialisation suits a graduate in Physical Sciences applying to UK or UAE?

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Which master's specialisation suits a BA graduate applying to the UAE with 69% marks and no backlogs?

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Which master's specialisation suits a Bachelor's degree graduate in Business Administration applying to the UAE with 75% marks?

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Which Computer Science specialisation suits a Bachelor of Engineering in Computer Technology graduate applying to USA or UAE with 1 year of work experience?

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Is there a minimum average CGPA required for my B.Tech to be eligible for admission in UK/UAE for a Master's?

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Does the America University of Sharjah provide scholarships based on credits and graduate assistantship for a Master's/PhD?

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Does Mohammad Bin Zayed University of Artificial Intelligence offer scholarships? How much scholarship can I expect there in UAE for a Master's?

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If I get the required budget, can I apply for the study abroad programs in UK/UAE for a MBA/Bachelor's?

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Are you interested in executive programs that consider your work experience for admission in UK/UAE for a Master's/LLB?

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Is the degree from a UK university campus in Dubai valid for moving to Europe for work?

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Do public health courses require exams, and if so, which exams are needed in UAE for a MPH/Bachelor's?

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Given my 64% in 12th grade and 91% in 10th, am I eligible for admission abroad in UAE for a Master's?

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Can I apply for a master's program with backlogs in my bachelor's degree in UK/UAE?

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What are the eligibility criteria for bachelors courses in UAE, especially regarding percentage and English test scores?

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Based on my backlog count, what kind of course should I apply for to get admission in UAE/USA for a Master's?

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Is it better to choose Dubai or UK for masters considering my CGPA and budget?

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Can I apply for a Golden Visa if I score 75-85% in my masters in UAE?

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Are there fully paid universities available for my budget and profile in UK/UAE for a MBA?

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Is it possible to directly pursue a PhD without completing a master's degree in Singapore/UAE?

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What are the options for countries like UK, UAE, and Malaysia given my academic profile for a Bachelor's/Master's?

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