Start your application

Activate your future at the University of Birmingham Dubai. Joining us is a really exciting decision, but you may have a few questions on what to do next. To learn how to apply, simply follow the steps below.

1.

Apply on our course finder pages

Each programme page will take you directly to our admissions portal. Just click ‘apply now’ to begin your application.

2.

We’ll look at your application

This takes up to 5-10 working days after we receive your application and supporting documents. Please remember, you’ll need to submit copies of your qualifications, personal statement, reference and personal details.

3.

Track your progress

You can track the progress of your application from our Applicant Portal. You can also upload any remaining documents.

4.

Accept your offer

Once you accept, meet the conditions of your offer and pay your tuition fee deposit, we’ll confirm your place.

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Supporting documents


For all our programmes, you’ll need to provide some supporting documents along with your application.

These include:

  • A transcript or statement of results for your highest qualification or predicted grades (originals or certified copies are not needed at the application stage);
  • One or two references;
  • If English isn’t your native language, a copy of your IELTS, TOEFL or Pearson Academic English Test certificate;
  • A copy of the personal details page in your passport.

Ministry of Education equivalency


All applications for admissions are required to obtain equivalency of their Bachelor degree from the UAE Ministry of Education - Higher Education Affairs.

The attestation process depends on whether you completed secondary school within or outside the UAE.

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Your offer


Your offer letter will explain what we need from you before we can confirm your place. It’s a good idea to meet these conditions as soon as possible. This will give you enough time to get a visa and Dubai Health Authority-approved medical insurance, should you need them.

Any questions?


Get answers to any general queries with our FAQs.

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Have a question that’s not in our FAQs? Ask us here.

Email: admissions.dubai@contacts.bham.ac.uk