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International Admission Requirements - United Arab Emirates

United Arab Emirates

Applications are welcome from prospective students:

  • completing Secondary School (grade 12);
  • transferring with college or university course credits;
  • with college diplomas; and
  • with previous university degrees.
Secondary School admission

Secondary School applicants who present the Tawjihiyya (Secondary School Certificate) with a minimum average of 75% or better, including English and three or more academic subjects are admissible.
Transfer admission Transfer applicants who present either of the following are admissible:
  • Acceptable Secondary School qualifications (see above) and three or more transferable college or university courses with a minimum of 70% or equivalent; or,
  • Eight or more transferable college or university courses with a minimum of 70% or equivalent.
Transfer applicants presenting two- or three-year college diplomas with a minimum of 75% (or equivalent) or higher will also be considered for admission.

Transfer applicants presenting three- and four-year university degrees from recognized universities with a minimum of 70% or equivalent will be considered for admission to second Bachelor degree programs.
International Baccalaureate qualifications Applicants presenting International Baccalaureate diplomas are eligible for general admission to the University.
English Language Proficiency Not applicable for students whose first language is English.
Canada Immigration Allow at least 40 days for Canada Immigration to process your application for a student visa.

Be prepared to present evidence of adequate funding: Canada Immigration will want to see that you have the equivalent of at least C$10,000 (excluding tuition costs) to cover the costs of your first year of study in Canada.

Please contact the International Centre for Students, should you require additional information.