The UAE’s second city, your second home
Enrich your life with endless attractions, entertainment and lifestyle opportunities. In just over 50 years, Dubai has transformed from a tiny settlement to a glittering city and world-class destination. As the world’s fourth most-visited leisure destination, Dubai welcomed over 14 million visitors in 2022 alone.
The UAE flag
Green represents hope, joy, optimism and love. It can also symbolise the country’s prosperity.
White is the purest colour. Standing for peace and honesty, some see it as a symbol for cleanliness.
Black stands for the defeating of enemies and strength of mind.
Red represents hardiness, bravery, strength and courage. The vertical red band can also be interpreted as binding all the other meanings together in unity.
Alongside state-of-the-art malls packed with global brands, Dubai is filled with traditional souks and vibrant markets. While many Michelin-starred chefs grace the city, you’ll find countless independent restaurants, street food vendors and authentic flavours to explore.
Many people are attracted to the energy and buzz of a global business city and tourism hub. Yet if you prefer desert retreats, mangroves, calm seas and beaches, Dubai has it all. From diving, paddleboarding and trekking, to dune bashing, camel riding and desert safari camping, you’ll have countless adventures at your door.
Dubai has a thriving arts scene, too including the Jameel Arts Centre and Alserkal Avenue, the home of the only Gulf Cooperation Council (GCC) arthouse cinema, Cinema Akil.
Hosting the yearly Quoz Arts Fest, Alserkal Avenue is an art and design hub, featuring pop-ups, workshops and festivals celebrating its home-grown creative scene.
Language
The official language of the UAE is Arabic. Being a global commercial hub and top tourist destination, English is widely spoken. All road and traffic signs are in Arabic and English, as are the signs on stores and commercial buildings.
Currency
United Arab Emirates dirham / Emirati dirham (AED) د.إ.
Climate
The UAE has a desert climate. During the winter, it’s warm and sunny. During the summer, it’s hot and humid, though generally cooler in the eastern mountains.
Temperatures can reach well over 40°C in the height of summer and remain a pleasant 20-25°C in winter.
Saftey
2nd safest city in the world as of 2021. The only thing you can’t experience in Dubai is boredom.
- Our campus is located in Dubai International Academic City, home to students from 150 countries.
- Dubai is a regional hub for the Middle East and North Africa (MENA) and beyond.
- Dubai International Airport is theworld’s number one airport for international travellers.
- Old meets new in diverse, cosmopolitan Dubai, where traditional souks rub shoulders with an ever-expanding skyline.
- Dubai has a lower cost of living than major cities in Australia, Canada and the USA.
- The recently-built Metro system offers efficient, easy transport links across Dubai, letting you explore all the attractions on offer.
- The UAE is among the top five countries worldwide for safety (Which? Travel magazine), beating top destinations like France, Italy, Singapore, the US and Thailand.
Cuisine
From world-class, Michelin-starred restaurants to authentic street food.
Sport
From Premier League football, to F1, international golf and cricket.
Live music
From the Coca-Cola Arena to the Dubai Opera House.
Galleries
From independent galleries to the Louvre Abu Dhabi.
Plus...
Beaches, snowboarding, watersports, diving and more.
'I love Dubai! I think it is a very safe city.I enjoy activities such as running half-marathons, mountain climbing and going to the beach at the weekend.'
Sha, MSc International Business