Manipal University (Dubai)

Dubai, United Arab Emirates

Private -2000

History, Affiliations, and Rankings

Established in 2000, Manipal Academy of Higher Education has a presence in Dubai, United Arab Emirates. Since September 2011, MAHE Dubai has operated from its state-of-the-art campus. The sprawling campus can accommodate over 4000 students across 750,000 square feet of built-up area. The University has been approved by the University Grants Commission(UGC), India; the Ministry of Human Resource Development(MHRD), Government of India as well as permitted by the Knowledge & Human Development Authority (KHDA), Government of Dubai, and the Academic Partner of Dubai International Academic City. The University has been ranked No. 3 among MBA Programs in the Middle East (Forbes Middle East), Asia’s Top 200 universities - QS University Rankings: Asia 2016, and No. 1 among Private & Deemed Universities in India (The WEEK, May 2016), the best University promoting Research - 9th ASSOCHAM Higher Education Summit & National Excellence Awards (February 2016).

Infrastructure, Campuses, and Courses

In addition to the new purpose-built classrooms, Dubai International Academic City (DIAC) is home to some of the best studios and workshops in the region for programs in Media & Communications & Interior Design. Among the campus's many amenities are a sprawling library, cafeteria, and numerous indoor and outdoor sporting facilities, such as a tennis court, athletic track, gym, and fitness centre, as well as a recreation centre for boys and girls. Wi-Fi is available throughout the campus. It offers courses in architecture & design, engineering, humanities & social sciences, information sciences, life sciences, Management, media & communication from an undergraduate level to a PhD and certificate courses.

Accomplishments and Alumni 

Manipal University has received the International Asia Pacific Quality Award, Winner of IMC- Ramkrishna Bajaj National Quality Award, and FKCCI Export Excellence Award.

Student Diversity and Visiting Companies

Manipal University Dubai produces highly skilled and industry-ready graduates who are highly motivated. Some top recruiters at Manipal University are Britannia, Heinz, Prologix, Space Matters, Desert Group, Duplays, Lals Group, etc.

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Fees Estimate

CourseDurationFee/Year
BA in ENGLISH, PSYCHOLOGY, SOCIOLOGY36 Months ₹37,275
BA in MEDIA AND COMMUNICATION36 Months ₹48,300
BA in FILM STUDIES & TELEVISION PRODUCTION36 Months ₹42,000
B Arch in Architecture36 Months ₹45,150
BBA in Business Administration36 Months ₹45,150
BDES in DESIGN - FASHION DESIGN36 Months ₹40,950
BSc in INFORMATION SYSTEMS & MANAGEMENT36 Months ₹43,050
BSc in Animation36 Months ₹44,100
BTech in COMPUTER SCIENCE ENGINEERING36 Months ₹49,350
BSc in Applied Psychology36 Months ₹44,100
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CourseDurationFee/Year
BA in ENGLISH, PSYCHOLOGY, SOCIOLOGY36 Months₹37,275
BA in MEDIA AND COMMUNICATION36 Months₹48,300
BA in FILM STUDIES & TELEVISION PRODUCTION36 Months₹42,000
B Arch in Architecture36 Months₹45,150
BBA in Business Administration36 Months₹45,150
BDES in DESIGN - FASHION DESIGN36 Months₹40,950
BSc in INFORMATION SYSTEMS & MANAGEMENT36 Months₹43,050
BSc in Animation36 Months₹44,100
BTech in COMPUTER SCIENCE ENGINEERING36 Months₹49,350
BSc in Applied Psychology36 Months₹44,100
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A college beyond all comparison is Manipal University, Dubai. Due to its deep roots in India, they have a highly regarded and successful programme. Their facility in Dubai is incredibly well-equipped, and the faculty are a joy to study with.
A college beyond all comparison is Manipal University, Dubai. Due to its deep roots in India, they have a highly regarded and successful programme. Their facility in Dubai is incredibly well-equipped, and the faculty are a joy to study with.
Manipal University is approved by University Grants Commission(UGC), India.
Manipal University is approved by University Grants Commission(UGC), India.
You can visit the campus anytime between 9.00 am to 3.00 pm from Sunday to Thursday/.
You can visit the campus anytime between 9.00 am to 3.00 pm from Sunday to Thursday/.
At Manipal Academy of Higher Education, Dubai offers only regular campus education. They do not offer any kind of part-time or distance education programs.
At Manipal Academy of Higher Education, Dubai offers only regular campus education. They do not offer any kind of part-time or distance education programs.

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