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Abu Dhabi University

Top University in UAE

50

Programs

Multiple Programs

Discover over 50 internationally accredited post-graduate and undergraduate programs.

1st

University

In the UAE

Join the 1st university in the UAE for the teaching pillar according to the 2025 Times Higher Education Rankings

200

Top

Universities

Among the best 200 universities in the world according to Times Higher Education Rankings 2025

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Diverse

Nationalities

Study with over 8,000 multinational students from around 100 nationalities.

Why accreditation matters

Accreditations

University accreditation is a quality assurance process under which programs are evaluated by an external body. If required standards are met accredited status is granted. A qualification from an accredited university gives you a competitive advantage in the job market. Abu Dhabi University's extensive accreditation credentials demonstrate robust quality standards at both a national and international level, guaranteeing you a qualification that is recognized globally.

Special Approvals for Study at Abu Dhabi University

Country-Level Endorsement

Abu Dhabi University holds international recognition with accreditations at the institutional, college, and program levels. Additionally, it has received national accreditation from the CAA at the Ministry of Education in the UAE. For certain countries, special approvals are necessary, and we are delighted to announce that we have secured approvals from these countries which include China, Bahrain, KSA, and Turkmenistan for all our programs.

Additionally, Kuwait has included Abu Dhabi University in the list of recommended institutions for nine programs.

We hold ourselves accountable to the highest standards of performance in everything we do.

ADU Events

A vibrant social life is part of the Experience

Our Campuses

Abu Dhabi University is based in Abu Dhabi, the capital of the United Arab Emirates with additional campuses in Al Ain and Dubai.

Your life at ADU will be full of opportunities to meet new people and challenge yourself with new activities. We work hard to create an environment where you can excel academically at the same time as enjoy a work/life balance.

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