College of Health Sciences

The College of Health Sciences is home to undergraduate programs in Public Health and Environmental Health and Safety, Biomedical Sciences (Laboratory Medicine), Molecular and Medical Genetics, and Human Nutrition and Dietetics.

The collective educational mission of the health sciences programs is to provide students with a broad and flexible multidisciplinary curriculum, producing graduates equipped with both theoretical and practical knowledge related to their chosen program, as well as scientific and technical knowledge more generally.

They will have the ability to analyse, evaluate, and communicate effectively with patients, their families, and fellow professionals, receive opportunities to conduct undergraduate and postgraduate research and acquire an understanding of, and appreciation for, global and societal issues, preparing them not only for a career in the health sciences but also leadership roles in the field of medicine.

Our programs come under the broad umbrella of ‘Allied Health Professions’. Some are predominately laboratory pathology, while others are more patient-facing. All are in high demand in the UAE. We have Memoranda of Understanding (MoU) with SEHA, Department of Health, VPS Healthcare (Burjeel), Cleveland Clinic, National Rehabilitation Center, Universal Hospital, Gulf Diagnostic Center, Environment Agency - Abu Dhabi, Abu Dhabi Ports, ADVETI (Abu Dhabi Vocational Education and Training Institute), CAMFIL (Indoor Air Quality), and FAO (Food and Agriculture Organization – a United Nations entity). We also have close collaborations with OSHAD (Abu Dhabi Occupational Safety and Health Center) and ADFCA (Abu Dhabi Food Control Authority).

Why Choose ADU

WASC, AACSB, EQUIS, ABET, APHEA & RIBA Accreditations

Degree earned at Abu Dhabi University is respected globally because our extensive accreditation credentials demonstrates robust quality standards at both local and international levels.

Multiple Locations

Choose to study in Abu Dhabi, Dubai or Al Ain ’s state of the art campuses.

Clinical and Industry Partners

Key clinical and industry partners include VPS Group of Hospitals, Cleveland Clinic, Siemens Healthineers, and SEHA.

Internships

Get hands on experience with companies like Huawei, Schlumberger, Schneider Electric, Toshiba Corporation, DNATA, Etihad Airways, Abu Dhabi Commercial Bank, Union National Bank, Nomad Media TV, Emirates Business Groups and many more.

Employment

Programs are vocationally focused, with an emphasis on clinical placements.

QS World Rankings

According to the 2021 QS World University rankings, Abu Dhabi University ranked among the top 750 universities in the world and placed among the world’s top 150 universities under 50 years of age. ADU also earned a top 3 spot globally for international faculty and maintained its long-held position as part of the top 11 universities worldwide recognized for student body diversity (over 80 Nationalities). Abu Dhabi University ranks the 27th best university in the Arab world.

On-campus Accommodation

ADU provides on-campus Male & Female dormitories that are safe, smart and convenient.

Flexibility

Easy installment payments & flexible class schedules to facilitate working professionals.

International Student Financial Aid and Incentives

University Scholarship

Academically high achieving students, newly graduated from secondary school/ Grade 12, will qualify for a University Scholarship of up to 45% based on the selected major and college if they join Abu Dhabi University within two years of their secondary school graduation.

International Waiver

All international students who are not eligible for a University Scholarship, but who fulfill the undergraduate admission requirements, will be entitled to a 15% tuition fee waiver.

One-year Free Accommodation

Abu Dhabi University is offering free accommodation in Abu Dhabi campus dorms to all international students for one year. The offer applies to the single and double sharing categories. Students can opt to upgrade to private or semi-private rooms by paying the difference, subject to availability.

Programs

All our programs are accredited both nationally (by the UAE Ministry of Education - Commission for Academic Accreditation) and internationally.

Programs have been developed in partnership with Trinity College Dublin.

BSc in Biomedical Sciences Laboratory Medicine

BSc in Environmental Health and Safety

BSc in Human Nutrition and Dietetics

BSc in Molecular and Medical Genetics

BSc in Public Health

Students Testimonials

  The Environmental. Health & Safety program had enabled me to develop my skills and obtain better career opportunities. I graduated in Fall 14/15 and currently I'm working as EHS Manager at Abu Dhabi Ports.
During my undergraduate degree in the College of Arts & Sciences. I was able to acquire a high standard of knowledge and information. I had also the opportunities to participate in different workshops and conferences where I met people from different sectors of Industry. That was possible because of the continuous support and advising from our professional faculty who aim to link the theoretical part of our study with the industry.
Mohamed Al Hosani
  I was attracted to enroll in the Public Health program at Abu Dhabi University since it is one of its kind to be offered as a Bachelor of Science in the UAE. Throughout the course of my degree, I have gained an immense amount of knowledge, both theoretical and practical from professors who are experts in their field. The curriculum of Public Health is very exciting; I have learned so much about the different aspects of public health and I'm confident that it will help me further enrich my career goals and aspirations.
Asma Parvez

Accreditation

About Abu Dhabi University

About ADU

ADU has entered QS World University Rankings 50 under 50 for 2021, placing it among the world’s top 150 universities under 50 years of age.

Abu Dhabi University is the leading private university in the UAE and is committed to becoming the institution of choice for students across all Emirates and more widely in the region.

With five Colleges offering over 50 undergraduate and postgraduate programs, campuses in Abu Dhabi, Al Ain, Dubai and Al Dhafra Region, and multiple affiliations with globally renowned institutions, a UAE-wide, truly international quality education is guaranteed for all of our students.