Manipal University Dubai (MAHE Dubai)
📍 Dubai International Academic City, Dubai, UAE
#851
QS World Rank
of Manipal Academy of Higher Education
of Manipal Academy of Higher Education
3,100+
Students
50+
Nationalities
2000
Established
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💰 Dubai-vs-Home Campus Saving
Save ~60%, approx ~£15,000/yr vs Western equivalents
🇦🇪 Dubai Campus
~£10K/yr (BTech)
🌍 Home Campus
~£25K+/yr at typical UK/US engineering schools
Why this matters: RIBA-accredited Architecture programme + ACCA Commerce pathway. Substantial savings.
#851
Manipal Academy of Higher Education (India)
Founded 1953 (Manipal, India) · Institute of Eminence · UGC India approved
🏛 About the Home University
📍 About this Campus
MAHE Dubai was established in 2000 as MAHE's first international branch, the first Indian university branch campus in the UAE. The 750,000 sq ft purpose-built campus is in Dubai International Academic City (with some facilities historically in Dubai Silicon Oasis). 3,100+ students from 50+ nationalities. Achieved UAE MoHESR licensing in 2025. Bachelor of Architecture earned RIBA (Royal Institute of British Architects) accreditation 2025. Four BTech programmes (CS, EE, Mechatronics, Mechanical) received IET (UK) accreditation. KHDA 5-Star.
🏗 Campus Facilities
🏛750,000 sq ft purpose-built campus
🔬Engineering labs (IET-accredited)
🏗Architecture studios (RIBA-accredited 2025)
💻FinTech Lab and Co-Lab spaces
🏃Outdoor sports arena, athletic track, gym
🏠On-campus accommodation (single occupancy)
🤝Kaplan MENA partnership for prof certs
🌍COP28 UAE university representative
📚 Programmes & Fees
| Programme | Level | Duration | Annual Fee (GBP) | Entry (A-Level) |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| BTech Computer Science & Engineering | UG | 4 yrs | ~£10,000/yr | 60% PCM |
| BTech Mechanical Engineering | UG | 4 yrs | ~£10,000/yr | 60% PCM |
| BTech Electrical & Electronics Engineering | UG | 4 yrs | ~£10,000/yr | 60% PCM |
| BTech Mechatronics Engineering | UG | 4 yrs | ~£10,500/yr | 60% PCM |
| BArch (RIBA-accredited 2025) | UG | 5 yrs | ~£11,000/yr | 60% + NATA/JEE-Arch |
| BBA (Business Administration) | UG | 3 yrs | ~£8,500/yr | 60% any stream |
| BCom (Hons) + ACCA pathway | UG | 3 yrs | ~£9,500/yr | 60% commerce |
| BBA Tourism & Hospitality | UG | 3 yrs | ~£8,500/yr | 60% any stream |
| MBA Global Business | PGT | 2 yrs | ~£11,500/yr | Bachelor's + 50% |
| MSc Clinical Psychology | PGT | 2 yrs | ~£9,500/yr | BA/BSc Psychology |
| Master of Interior Design | PGT | 2 yrs | ~£10,500/yr | Bachelor's + portfolio |
Fees are approximate GBP for an international student. Always verify directly with the institution.
💰 Scholarships & Funding
MAHE Dubai Scholarship Program
Up to 50% off tuition based on academic merit
Geographic Scholarships
Based on country of last qualification
Kaplan MENA Certifications
Free professional certs for BBA/BCom (since Sept 2025 intake)
Sibling/Alumni Discount
Discount for siblings of current students or alumni
🌟 Student Life
MAHE Dubai is one of the largest Indian-heritage university communities in the UAE with 3,100+ students from 50+ nationalities. 88% placement rate within 6 months of graduation. Top recruiters include ICICI Bank, Emirates, Axis Bank, Emerson, EY, Deloitte, DAMAC Properties, Amazon, Britannia, Heinz, Prologix. Strong sports culture with women's football and chess championships across regional inter-university competitions.
📋 Key Facts
AccreditationUAE MoHESR (2025), KHDA 5-Star, UGC India
EngineeringIET (UK) accredited (4 progs)
ArchitectureRIBA-accredited (2025)
MBA Ranking#3 in Middle East (Forbes ME)
QS Rank#901-950 globally
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App Fee UGAED 3,150 (one-time)
App Fee PG/PhDAED 1,680
💳 Cost of Living
Hostel single occupancyAED 35,500/yr
Off-campusAED 2,500–4,500/mo
FoodAED 1,000–1,800/mo
Estimates only. Costs vary by lifestyle.
📝 How to Apply
- Apply at manipaldubai.com
- Pay AED 3,150 (UG) or AED 1,680 (PG/PhD) application fee
- Submit attested transcripts, passport, English proficiency
- BArch: NATA or JEE Architecture required
- Receive offer and pay first instalment
- September main intake (Spring options for select programmes)
Ready to apply or have a question?
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