Education

The UAE has become one of the most attractive destinations for international students. With top-notch universities, a multicultural environment, and excellent career opportunities, studying in UAE is a smart choice. This guide will walk you through the UAE university application process, ensuring you stay on track with your study abroad journey. Quick Step-By-Step Process to Apply for UAE Universities Step 1 : Shortlist The University Yes! You don’t even know, how many universities the country is a home to! The list is pretty long, including universities from UK, USA, Canada, Australia, India, UAE itself and what not. (Check out my previous blog : 10 reasons why Dubai as a study destination!) Now, let me help you find this curated list of Universities in UAE, connect with us at Rishita@chaichillandmasters.com to get the list for “Best universities in UAE for international students”! Coming back, guys! Make a list of university you want to go to! Is it UK based degree? USA? Or you want affordable tuition fee? Or maybe better scholarship? MAKE A LIST! Find a good study abroad consultant like me, who’ll help you guide when you are new to it, my trusted being: Leverage Edu Leverage Edu is a prominent study abroad consultancy that offers comprehensive services to assist students in achieving their international education goals. Their offerings include personalized counseling, admissions guidance, visa assistance, and more, all designed to streamline the study abroad journey. Why Choose Leverage Edu? By choosing Leverage Edu, students can navigate the complexities of studying abroad with confidence, backed by a team dedicated to their success. Step 2 : Shortlist The Course UAE is a booming financial hub, especially emirates like Dubai and Abu Dhabi, which are a home to major multinationals. Also, universities from around the world make it possible for you to opt for any course or curriculum style you like. So choose wisely! I will always suggest going for a consultant like me for the best guidance. Do keep in mind to do a background check of the company, and share you’re documents through a verified channel. Step 3 : Understand Application Dates & Semester Timeline As universities from around the world are available, they follow different timelines for admissions and term dates. Most common is September intake and January intake for Undergraduate and Postgraduate degree courses. Commonly know as Spring and fall intake. There is also Summer intake, during June-july, which is not as common as above. So, plan accordingly! Me, personally went for September intake, as my Undergraduate exams finished in July, and I didn’t want much gap in between. Many students, for undergrad too, go for September intake. Keep in mind, applications usually open a year prior (or at least 10 months, i.e. for September intake, you need to start applying by November a year prior) This is an “early bird” application, making your chances of selection higher, with more chances of getting scholarships in Universities in UAE. Step 4 : Prepare All The Required Documents Every university usually will have a portal for applications where you can submit multiple application for different courses at one place and using the same set of documents. Now, coming to documents required, some common documents every university will as for are: For preparation for English tests, you can go for: IELTS with British Council, which will help you prepare perfectly. Why Choose IELTS Prep with British Council? Preparing for IELTS is crucial when planning to study abroad in UAE, and the British Council’s IELTS Prep platform ensures you’re fully equipped to achieve your desired score. With flexible online courses and expert-led guidance, this platform is designed to suit your learning pace and goals. Key Benefits of Choosing IELTS Prep with British Council: Start your IELTS journey with British Council Online to improve your scores and secure your dream university in UAE. Step 5 : Post-Submission Wait Now, ladies and gentlemen, it’s time to wait for your offer letter! Usually, it takes 2-3 weeks to get a reply, if you’re lucky enough, you might get it within a week too! Depends on how many applications are received. Universities create a pool of applications for some time and then float offer letters together. Usually, if you don’t have your final year transcripts / degree certificate, you will get a conditional offer letter, stating the conditions you need to fulfill before admission, such as minimum marks in final year; English proficiency certificate if not submitted; deposit, etc. Once you receive the offer letter, you need to “accept” to show your confirmation. Start with processes like filling application for student visa and medical insurance, as it’s University who will apply from your side for visa as a sponsor. Yes! Easiest visa process! Step 6 : Secure a Scholarship Now guys, we have secured the offered letter! Let’s dive into the world of scholarships! Personally, I used ScholarshipOwl for my scholarship hunt in UAE. Try doing this step even before applying, so you know the exact dates for applications and results, so you can plan your finances accordingly! Target both university scholarship as well as external scholarships provided by Government. Be early! To increase your chances of securing a scholarship in UAE university. Step 7 : Finalize Documentation and Accommodation Understand if your university will provide for accommodation or you can go for private accommodations in UAE, Such as: Pro Tip: Plan your finances wisely! Consider budget options like shared housing or budget student accommodations in Dubai. Also note : I will be sharing more information on student accommodation in Dubai soon! So stay connected! Step 8 : Welcome to UAE! Once all your paperwork is in place, pack your bags and get ready to experience the vibrant student life in Dubai. The UAE offers endless opportunities for growth, both academically and professionally. Have questions? Drop a comment below or connect at rishita@chaichillandmasters.com for personalized guidance on your UAE student visa process or how to study in UAE. And I’ll see you in the next

When I was deciding for my master’s abroad, the usual names came to my mind — UK, USA, Canada, and Australia. After securing 10+ offer letters from some major universities like – Liverpool, Queen Mary, Exeter, Leeds, and others; I tried understanding the situation in UK from current students living there. Talking to many such students via LinkedIn and other networks made me realize the place isn’t meant for me. Investing such heavy amounts of money in my education, having no jobs, crowded student population, extreme weather, less to no food options begin a vegetarian; I started questioning if it was really worth doing it? It was then, when I came up with an idea of looking for off-beat destinations which fulfilled some major requirements – world’s top universities (being graduated from a top university in India, won’t settle for any lower), good ROI (return on investment of my time, efforts and money in the degree), major financial opportunities for freshers, safety (being a woman) and also good social life (c’mon one-two more years to student life!) Hence, I landed to Dubai! You might think how, but let me summarize in points for you to better understand “Why Dubaiiii??” 1. Home to top Universities around the world Darling, UAE, and Dubai specifically, is the only place where you’ll find universities from UK, USA, Canada, Australia, Lebanon, France, India, and what not. You name it, Dubai has it! Universities like – University of Birmingham, Heriot-Watt, Middlesex, De – Monfort and more. The country has a rich education system, by outsourcing it mostly! Universities have their subsidiary branches here with the same exposure, world class campuses, great faculty including flying faculty from main branches! 2. A Career Hub Like No Other The country is a booming economy like no other. It’s a vital bridge between the east and the west! The country now has key companies in it’s market like PwC, Deloitte, Bank of America, Citi Bank and what not! Clearly, this means a pool of opportunities including both full-time and internships, unlike other grown economies and recession. 3. Easy-breezy lecture schedule Okay, I understand we got jobs, but you’d question “will I have time to work as a student?” The answer is yes! You can! Many universities, like the University of Birmingham, offer evening classes for postgrads (usually 6-9) giving you time to work full-time. Even if this feels very hectic to you, you always have the option for “part-time program” which makes your schedule even more relaxed to work and enjoy. 4. Easiest Visa process you can think of! Let’s do a little reality check! Me and my friend (one going to Dubai, one going to UK for masters). For both of our visa applications, one had to travel from her city to Delhi for visa interview, had to give shitload of documents and show funds in her bank account as per the country standards. The other one had to fill one application form with all necessary details for sponsorship at the University’s portal, and boom E-visa was received in 20 days! Guess what? The second country is UAE and the other is UK! Further processes like medical and biometrics is done once you’ve arrived in UAE. That too no hassle! Your university will schedule it for you, and you just need to go at stated time and place! Easy-peasy! 5. Safest place you can imagine! I don’t think there’s much convincing I need to do here! Just google “safest cities” around the world and you’ll see Dubai and Abu Dhabi being a part of the list! So phew! No more tension of late-night walks, taking long cabs (as a woman in Delhi), or going out alone anywhere wearing anything. 6. Luxury and Social life like anything The country speaks luxury! Is there any luxury brand you can’t find here? I guess not. With events happening throughout the year, you won’t find any occasion which is not celebrated; it’s a dream come true. With amazing quality of living; you’re building a future in a strong nation with a very diverse culture! 7. Networking & Connections That Actually Matter Dubai hosts some of the biggest global conferences, business summits, and expos, where you can meet top industry leaders. Whether it’s finance, tech, or even sustainability, you’ll never feel short of opportunities to connect with the right people and grow. And how to forget the diverse community with people around the world! The student community here is diverse, supportive, and filled with ambitious people looking to make it big. 8. Travel the world from here The country offers direct flights to almost all destinations around the world. India itself is hardly 4-hour flight, so you can run to your home whenever you want to (although you won’t feel like running, I’m sure, but let’s take worst case scenario!) Also, once you get your one-year residence permit (commonly known as emirates ID) you get to travel visa free to 10+ countries! (do google this, don’t miss!) 9. Sunny round the year! Although it might get too hot during peak summers (hot enough to get tanned in 5 minutes), you get to enjoy Air Conditioner everywhere! Bus stops, buses, malls, bro you’d need to carry something in those freezing ACs which will make you forget the heat outside! 10. Taxes? Who? Still not convinced? I have the masterstroke now! NO INCOME TAXES! That’s it! No taxes! Earn how much you want and pocket it all without paying a penny! Habibi Come to Dubai! Convinced enough? So stick around — I’ll be sharing everything from university life to hidden student gems in Dubai. 🚀🎓 Let’s explore this journey together! Got questions? Drop them in the comments!

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