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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)

Can I try to apply for courses that are eligible with my pharmacy degree even if there are very few options in UAE/Dubai for a Master's/Bachelor's?

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Can you explain the admission criteria and English proficiency requirements for the computational biology course at the university in UAE for a Master's/Bachelor's?

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Are any English language exams required for application to universities in Dubai or Malta?

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What exams should I prepare for after my final year to apply for masters abroad in Ireland/UAE?

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What are the English language proficiency requirements for admission, and do some universities offer waivers based on prior education in Ireland/UAE for a Master's?

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Is publishing research papers important to strengthen my profile in UAE for a Master's?

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What are the entrance requirements for UK-based universities in Dubai campuses for a Bachelor's?

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I am a bit confused about my honours degree; should I continue with honours or take it as a regular bachelor's and complete my degree in UK/UAE?

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Will the courses you suggest actually help me get a visa and meet the requirements in UAE for a Master's/Bachelor's?

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Can you check my eligibility for universities based on my academic scores in UAE/USA for a Bachelor's/Master's?

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Can you suggest internship options related to my field for my application profile in UAE/Dubai for a Master's?

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Is my internship considered as work experience for admission purposes in Germany/UAE for a Master's?

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What is the typical scholarship amount offered by Middlesex University Dubai for a Postgraduate/MBA?

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Is it possible for me to study abroad at the age of 37 in Ireland/UAE for a Master's/Postgraduate?

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Is my experience working in clinics during gap years considered valid for applications in Ireland/UAE for a Master's?

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Does the management course require a master's degree or can it be done through a diploma or postgraduate certificate in UAE?

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Do I need to provide CGPA for the last semester or overall for my application in UAE?

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Is three years of prior work experience required before pursuing an MBA abroad, specifically for Dubai?

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Could you please check and confirm the profile I shared for a master's in UAE?

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Is English proficiency required for admission to the postgraduate medical courses abroad in UAE?

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