This programme is designed to provide students with a pathway into an undergraduate degree in Engineering or Computing at the Dubai Campus. It is specifically designed as a foundation programme that will help students to bridge the gap between their school qualifications and the demands of a university degree.
Engineering and Computing, Foundation
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- 12 monthsDuration
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Overview
Students who complete the programme successfully will be able to progress directly into the first year of their chosen degree programme.
The programme will help students to develop their subject knowledge whilst providing a firm foundation in IT, research and writing skills, academic English, and assessment and examination techniques.
The Dubai Campus is accredited by the Knowledge and Human Development Authority (KHDA) and fully licensed to teach its degrees in Dubai. All graduates receive a British degree that is accredited by Royal Charter in the UK.
Programme Structure
Courses include:
- Academic English
- Approaches to Learning
- Entry Physics
- Entry Mathematics
Detailed Programme Facts
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- Programme intensity Full-time
- Full-time duration 12 months
- Languages
- English
- Delivery mode On Campus
English Language Requirements
You need the following IELTS score:
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Minimum required score:
5.5The IELTS – or the International English Language Test System – tests your English-language abilities (writing, listening, speaking, and reading) on a scale of 1.00–9.00. The minimum IELTS score requirement refers to which Overall Band Score you received, which is your combined average score. Read more about IELTS.
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General Requirements
Where English was not the medium of instruction at secondary school, applicants must demonstrate English language proficiency by achieving IELTS 5.5 in each category.
Tuition Fee
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International Applies to you
10353 EUR/fullTuition FeeBased on the original amount of 10353 EUR for the full programme and a duration of 12 months. -
National Applies to you
10353 EUR/fullTuition FeeBased on the original amount of 10353 EUR for the full programme and a duration of 12 months.
We've labeled the tuition fee that applies to you because we think you are from and prefer over other currencies.
AED 42000
Living costs for Dubai
- 5300 - 9200 AED/monthLiving Costs
The living costs include the total expenses per month, covering accommodation, public transportation, utilities (electricity, internet), books and groceries.
Funding
- A special International Student Scholarship of up to 50% of the tuition fee will be offered to a maximum of 50 students.
- This scholarship will be open to all applicants for any of the foundation, undergraduate and postgraduate programmes.
- These scholarships will be awarded based on a range of criteria including merit, sports, service to community/industry etc.
- Students who are awarded the International Student Scholarship are expected to voluntarily contribute to the University’s marketing efforts in their respective countries.
Studyportals Tip: Students can search online for independent or external scholarships that can help fund their studies. Check the scholarships to see whether you are eligible to apply. Many scholarships are either merit-based or needs-based.
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