Our Schools
School of Architecture and
Interior Design
Faculty of Communication,
Arts and Sciences
School of Engineering,
Applied Science and Technology
School of
Management
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120+ Student Nationalities
Transfer to Canada Success Stories
Priyal Chadha,
Transfer Student @York University
BA in Communication-Public Relations
“When I started studying at CUD, I discovered a scope of opportunities. Through CUD – the process to transfer from Dubai to Canada was extremely easy.”
Laveena Agnani,
Transfer Student @Brock University
Bachelor of Business Administration
“I chose Canadian University Dubai because I wanted to study in Canada – CUD offers the transfer to Canada option. The transfer specialists from both CUD and Brock University assisted me at every point. ”
Sherif Salaam
Transfer Student @University of New Brunswick
BA of Communication
“Studying at CUD in Dubai and transferring to UNB in Canada has given me a solid Canadian education. My transition to join UNB was easy. It’s been a life-changing journey.”
Saarang Ahuja
Transfer Student @University of Toronto
Bachelor of Commerce
“It was my goal to join CUD because I always aimed for Canada. CUD was the only university in the UAE with links to Canada. With CUD’s transfer credits and affiliations abroad, CUD is no doubt the best choice.”
- #1 Ranked University for four consecutive years*
- Licensed by the Ministry of Education – UAE
- Ranked #4 for International Faculty Worldwide*
- Ranked #6 for International Students Worldwide*
- Holds prestigious Five-Star status in the QS Star University Rating System
- *According to the QS World University Rankings 2025
- Accredited by the Commission for Academic Accreditation – UAE
- Accreditations and Affiliations global professional bodies such as CIMA, CFA, ACCA, IAA, PRSA, AArU, ECO Canada, PRME, SHRM, ICAEW and Autodesk
- Accredited by the Ministry of Education - Kingdom of Saudi Arabia
- A Vibrant Campus with 120+ Student Nationalities
- Located in the Heart of Downtown Dubai, Near Dubai Mall, DIFC and DWTC
- Opportunities to Transfer to Top Canadian Universities**
- **Subject to visa regulations and Canadian government policies
Meet Our Students and Alumni
Aya Kobeissi,
BBA in Marketing
“CUD is the number one ranking university in Dubai. This attracted me to enrol at CUD because I want to graduate with good employability opportunities. It is important to me to enjoy my student life whilst preparing for my future career.”
Issam Kassabieh
BBA in Accounting and Finance
“CUD cultivated a dynamic learning environment that ignited my entrepreneurial spirit. The university's emphasis on practical application and real-world problem-solving equipped me with the tools to bridge the gap between academia and industry. By fostering a culture of innovation and critical thinking, CUD, with the support network of like-minded peers and forward-thinking professors, inspired me to view challenges as opportunities.”
Sanaz Dehghan,
Bachelor of Science in Interior Design
“I chose Interior Design because I was fascinated how art and science are integrated – to create spaces for people. The program at CUD was designed in such a way, that it can be applied to the real working world. The professors have guided me so well, enabling me to get to where I need to be.”
CUD Graduations
Canadian University Dubai has proudly hosted remarkable graduation ceremonies at some of Dubai's most iconic venues. To mention a few: CUD Campus @ City Walk (2023-2024) Dubai Opera (2022); Al Wasl Dome, Expo 2020 Dubai (2021); the world’s tallest building, Burj Khalifa (2020).
Accreditations and Affiliations
