Welcome to the Admission and Registration Department. We are committed to providing the best academic
and administrative services to support students throughout their educational journey. Our goal is to
ensure that the admissions and registration processes are smooth and efficient, while enriching the
student experience through learning, research, and comprehensive support services.
We are here to assist you with all matters related to admission, registration, academic advising, and to
provide the necessary information regarding academic policies and regulations. We are delighted to be
part of your educational journey, and we look forward to offering the guidance and resources you need to
achieve excellence and success.
We are pleased that you have joined us at the University of Al Dhaid. The University’s vision is to be a
national centre for education, research, and community service—particularly in the fields of veterinary
medicine, agriculture, and the arts and humanities.
Please do not hesitate to contact us with any questions. We are here to serve you.
General and Basic Admission Requirements
All applicants must meet the following conditions:
- High School Certificate: The applicant must hold a high
school diploma or an equivalent qualification, obtained no more than three years prior
to the date of application.
- Non-dismissal: The applicant must not have been
previously dismissed from the University of Al Dhaid, or from any other university or
institute for disciplinary or academic reasons.
- Health Fitness: The applicant must be physically and
mentally fit and must provide proof of immunisation against bloodborne viral infections,
in accordance with the requirements of the chosen field.
- Choice of Programme: The applicant must rank the
programmes they wish to enrol in, in order of preference, on the application.
- Admission to a College: Admission to Colleges is based
on the capacity of each programme; the applicants’ preferences; and their grades in a
competitive ranking, with priority given to citizens of the state and to students with
excellent grades
- Admission Procedure: Meeting the admission requirements,
submitting the application, and obtaining a university registration number do not
guarantee final admission to any programme. Admission is confirmed only after meeting
all criteria, competing successfully, and paying the seat reservation fee. This fee acts
as a down payment and is non-refundable in case of withdrawal or failure to enrol.
- Conditional Admission: Students who are still studying
in high school may receive conditional acceptance pending submission of their final
results, provided their high school grades meet the required criteria of the programme.
- Completed Documents: Students may not register for
courses or obtain a University ID before submitting all required documents.
- Conditional acceptance: Students with conditional
admission are given a specific period to meet the requirements; otherwise, they will not
be allowed to continue their studies.
- Refusal to accept professional diplomas: Professional
diplomas are not accepted as educational evidence for admission into a bachelor's
degree.
Educational Qualification
The conditions for accepting a high school diploma for university
admission are as follows:
- Duration of Study: The applicant must have completed at least 12
years of education prior to enrollment.
-
Certificates Issued Within the Country:
- The student must be a graduate of a licensed and recognized school
by the Ministry of Education.
- Submit an attested copy of the high school diploma or its equivalent
along with a detailed transcript.
- These documents must be certified by the school and the Ministry of
Education or the relevant educational authority.
-
Certificates Issued from Abroad:
- The student must be a graduate of a licensed and recognized school
by the official education authority in the country of study.
- Submit an attested copy of the high school diploma along with a
detailed transcript.
- Documents must be certified by the official educational authority in
the country of study, then by the Ministry of Foreign Affairs in
that country, followed by the UAE Embassy (or the respective
country’s embassy in the UAE), and finally by the UAE Ministry of
Foreign Affairs.
- Ensure that all these conditions are met to guarantee application
acceptance.
American High School Diploma or Equivalent
- The student must have completed 12 years of education.
- The diploma must be accredited and equated by the UAE Ministry of Education.
- The student must have taken six courses in Mathematics, Sciences, Social
Studies, and Languages, with English as the medium of instruction.
- The diploma stream (Arts or Sciences) is determined based on the subjects
studied in the 12th grade (with two science subjects and one mathematics
subject constituting a science track).
British Certificates: IGCSE, GCSE, GCE
- The student must have completed Grade 12 (or Year 13) and provide official
proof of this.
- The diploma must be accredited and equated by the UAE Ministry of Education.
- A percentage is calculated according to the evaluation system adopted by the
University of Khafji, and the student must meet the required average for the
desired major.
- Grades for up to seven subjects are counted as follows:
- At least five subjects at the Ordinary Level (O. Level) with a minimum grade
of C and two subjects at the Advanced Subsidiary Level (A.S. Level) with a
minimum grade of D.
- Or, at least six subjects at the Ordinary Level (O. Level) with a minimum
grade of C and one subject at the Advanced Level (A. Level) with a minimum
grade of E.
- The subjects must cover at least four academic areas: Sciences, Mathematics,
Languages, Social and Human Studies, and Arts.
- For a science track, the student must have taken at least two science
subjects and one mathematics subject across O. Level and either A.S. Level
or A. Level.
International Baccalaureate (IB) Diploma
- The student must have completed at least 12 years of education upon
receiving the diploma and provide official documentation.
- The diploma must be equated according to the requirements of the
International Baccalaureate Organization.
- The diploma must also be accredited and equated by the UAE Ministry of
Education.
- The student must have successfully completed at least six subjects in high
school, distributed across four academic areas: Mathematics, Sciences,
Social and Human Studies, and Languages.
- The student must pass at least three subjects at Higher Level (HL).
- A minimum total score of 24 out of 45 is required, which will determine the
student’s average.
- The stream (Arts or Sciences) is determined by the subjects studied in the
IB, and for a science track, at least two science subjects and one
mathematics subject are required.
- The university may consider transferring some IB courses if they have a
grade of at least 5 and count for up to 12 credit hours; in such cases, an
alternative elective course must be taken as per the curriculum.
Admission Criteria
College of Business Administration
Specializations &
Tracks
Elite
Advanced
General
Applied
Bachelor of
Science in Business Administration - Management
70%
70%
70%
70%
Bachelor of
Science in Business Administration - Marketing
70%
70%
70%
70%
Bachelor of
Science in Business Administration - Finance
70%
70%
70%
70%
College of Law
Specializations &
Tracks
Elite
Advanced
General
Applied
Bachelor of
Law
(LLB)
75%
75%
75%
75%
College of Agriculture
Specializations &
Tracks
Elite
Advanced
General
Applied
Bachelor in
Sustainable Agriculture
70%
70%
75%
Not Eligible
College of Computing and Intelligent Systems
Specializations &
Tracks
Elite
Advanced
General
Applied
Bachelor of
Science in Computer Science
70%
70%
70%
Not Eligible
College of Veterinary Medicine
Specializations &
Tracks
Elite
Advanced
General
Applied
Doctor of
Veterinary Medicine
85%
85%
Not Eligible
Not Eligible
College of Arts, Humanities, and Social Sciences
Specializations &
Tracks
Elite
Advanced
General
Applied
Bachelor of
Arts
in Sociology
70%
70%
70%
70%
Bachelor of
Arts
in Islamic History and Civilization
70%
70%
70%
70%
Bachelor of
Arts
in Islamic History and Civilization - Tourism Guidance Track
70%
70%
70%
70%
Bachelor of
Arts
in Public Relations
70%
70%
70%
70%
Bachelor of
Arts
in Communication - Digital Media Design
70%
70%
70%
70%
Required Official Documents
General Documents
- A copy of a valid passport.
- A complete copy of the UAE national ID registration (for UAE citizens).
- A copy of a valid residence permit (for international students).
- An attested copy of the high school diploma or its equivalent.
- Four recent passport-sized photographs (3×4 cm) with your full name written on
the
back of each.
- Medical Examination: The form is provided by the Admissions Office. The
examination must be conducted at the university hospital or any government
hospital
within the country.
- An attested copy of the certificate of good conduct.
- A copy of the birth certificate or equivalent proof.
- A copy of a valid UAE national ID card.
- A copy of the mother’s passport.
- A non-refundable AED 250 file opening fee.
- The original English Proficiency Certificate (TOEFL, IELTS, or Emirates
Standardized
Test) must be presented before course registration (for programs that require
it).
- The Emirates Standardized Test (EmSAT) certificate including the required
subjects
and grades as specified by the Ministry of Education and based on the desired
program.
Additional Documents for Applicants with Foreign Certificates
- Proof of completion of 12 years of education.
- An attested copy of the certificates for Grades 10, 11, 12, and the graduation
certificate.
- An equivalency decision for the high school diploma issued by the UAE Ministry
of
Education.
- For certificates issued abroad, provide proof of acceptance by public
universities
in the awarding country and an equivalency decision from the UAE Ministry of
Education.
Additional Documents for Bridge Program Applicants
- An official, attested academic transcript.
- An attested copy of the diploma graduation certificate.
- A diploma equivalency certificate from the UAE Ministry of Education for
applicants
with foreign or private institution diplomas.
Additional Documents for Male UAE Applicants
- A clearance letter from the National Service or a no-objection letter from the
National Service and Reserve Authority.
Additional Documents for Kuwaiti Applicants
- A no-objection letter for studying the desired major at Kalba University from
the
Kuwaiti Consulate General (or the Cultural Attaché in the UAE).
Equivalency Certificate from the UAE Ministry of Education
- An equivalency certificate from the UAE Ministry of Education.
Important Notes:
- Certificates issued within the country must be attested by the issuing
institution
and the Ministry of Education (or the relevant educational authority).
- Certificates issued abroad must be attested by the official educational
authority in
the country of study, followed by the Ministry of Foreign Affairs in that
country,
the relevant embassy, and finally the UAE Ministry of Foreign Affairs.
Language of Instruction
College of Business Administration
Bachelor of
Science in Business Administration - Management
English
Bachelor of
Science in Business Administration - Marketing
English
Bachelor of
Science in Business Administration - Finance
English
College of Law
Bachelor of
Law
(LLB)
Arabic
College of Agriculture
Bachelor in
Sustainable Agriculture
English
College of Computing and Intelligent Systems
Bachelor of
Science in Computer Science
English
College of Veterinary Medicine
Doctor of
Veterinary Medicine
English
College of Arts, Humanities, and Social Sciences
Bachelor of
Arts
in Sociology
Arabic
Bachelor of
Arts
in Islamic History and Civilization
Arabic
Bachelor of
Arts
in Islamic History and Civilization - Tourism Guidance Track
Arabic
Bachelor of
Arts
in Public Relations
Arabic
Bachelor of
Arts
in Communication - Digital Media Design
English
Tuition Fees for Colleges
College of Business Administration
Specializations &
Tracks
Semester-based
Year-based
Credit Hour
Credit Hours
Bachelor of
Science in Business Administration - Management
30,348
60,696
2,529
123
Bachelor of
Science in Business Administration - Marketing
30,348
60,696
2,529
123
Bachelor of
Science in Business Administration - Finance
30,348
60,696
2,529
123
College of Law
Specializations &
Tracks
Semester-based
Year-based
Credit Hour
Number of Credit
Hours
Bachelor in Law
24,288
48,576
2,024
132
College of Agriculture
Specializations &
Tracks
Semester-based
Year-based
Credit Hour
Number of Credit
Hours
Bachelor in
Sustainable Agriculture
30,348
60,696
2,529
121
College of Computing and Intelligent Systems
Specializations &
Tracks
Semester-based
Year-based
Credit Hour
Number of Credit
Hours
Bachelor of
Science in
Computer
Science
30,348
60,696
2,529
123
College of Veterinary Medicine
Doctor of
Veterinary Medicine
Annual Fees (AED)
Fees for Five Years
Doctor of
Veterinary Medicine
99,000
495,000
College of Arts, Humanities, and Social Sciences
Specializations &
Tracks
Semester-based
Year-based
Credit Hour
Number of Credit
Hours
Bachelor of Arts
in
Sociology
22,524
45,048
1,877
123
Bachelor of Arts
in
Islamic
History and Civilization
22,524
45,048
1,877
123
Bachelor of Arts
in
Islamic
History and Civilization - Tourism Guidance Track
22,524
45,048
1,877
123
Bachelor of Arts
in
Public
Relations
31,164
62,328
2,597
129
Bachelor of Arts
in
Communication
- Digital Media Design
31,164
62,328
2,597
129
Steps to Complete Your Application:
- Fill Out the Application:
Complete the electronic enrolment application. The student is responsible for the accuracy of
all information entered. Incomplete applications will not be considered.
- Upload Required Documents: Prepare and upload all documents
specified in the application form. Ensure that every required document is included.
- Submit the Application: After completing the form and uploading
all required documents, click the “Apply” button to submit your application.
- Pay the Application Fee: To process your application, you must pay
the application fee. This fee is non-refundable and is required for your application to be
considered.
- Eligibility: Admission is valid only for the semester to which you
applied. Your admission will be cancelled if you do not enrol in that semester.
- Deadlines: Applications submitted after the specified admission
period will not be considered. Please visit the University of Al Dhaid website
(https://uohd.ac.ae) to confirm the announced dates.
- Confirmation of Acceptance: You will receive an email confirming
the status of your application. Check your email regularly, including your spam folder.
- Seat Reservation: If you are admitted, secure your seat by paying
a non-refundable booking fee of AED 3,000. Please note that this fee will not be refunded in
case of withdrawal or failure to register at the university.
Contact
If you have any questions or need assistance during the admission process, feel free to contact
us.
Business Hours: Monday to Thursday, 7:30 AM to 3:30 PM
You can reach us via:
Email: admission@uodh.ac.ae
Phone: +971 6 8024444
Important Information
Document Submission: The university does not collect the original high
school diploma, only attested copies from the relevant authorities.
Ownership of Documents: All documents submitted become the property of the
university and cannot be reclaimed by the applicant.
Scholarship Applications: The university is not responsible for scholarship
applications; please contact the granting agency directly.
Fee Adjustments: The university reserves the right to increase tuition fees
annually.
Additional Requirements: Applicants must comply with any other requirements
set by the university.
Adherence to Deadlines: Applicants are solely responsible for completing all
admission procedures by the specified deadlines according to the academic calendar; delays may negatively
affect enrollment.
Monitoring Deadlines and Exams: All students should visit the university
website to check dates and locations for admissions tests, TOEFL, and interviews, and to follow up on their
results.
Seat Reservation Fee: Non-refundable in case of withdrawal or failure to
enroll, and will be applied as part of the tuition fees upon enrollment.
Study Deferral: A student may defer studies for a maximum of one semester
provided the deferral fee is paid and the request is submitted to the Admissions Office before the term
begins.
Please adhere to all conditions to ensure a smooth admission process.
