The lineage of Manipal Academy of Higher Education, India can be traced back to Kasturba Medical College, the first self funded medical institution in 1953.
Manipal University, Dubai is one of its offshore branch campuses with a student strength of around 1500 from 26 nations across the globe. It was established in Dubai, UAE in 2000 and moved to its present sprawling, state of the art campus in september 2011.
The present campus is over 750,000 sq. ft. and is able to accommodate over 4000 students. It also features cutting edge laboratories in information technology, engineering and bio-technology, purpose-built classrooms and excellent studios and workshops for media communication and interior design programmes.
Manipal University Dubai At a Glance
- The Manipal Academy of Higher Education, Dubai campus is Wi-Fi enabled and is home to indoor and outdoor sporting facilities, recreation centre for boys and girls, huge cafeteria and a sprawling library.
- MAHE, Dubai has been approved by UGC(India), Ministry of Human Resource Development(Government of India), Knowledge and Human development Authority(KHDA).
- Manipal Academy of Higher Education, Dubai Campus is an academic partner of Dubai International Academic City.
- MAHE, Dubai is also ISO 9001: 2008 and ISO 14001: 2004 certified.
- Alumni of Manipal Academy of Higher Education have over 4000+ members.
Manipal University Dubai Campus
MAHE, Dubai Campus has the following facilities for its students -
Sports Facilities
Manipal Academy of Higher Education, Dubai offers a range of sports facilities to its students. This includes outdoor sports such as mini football field, tennis courts, athletics track, cricket net as well as state of the art gymnasium, indoor volleyball, badminton and basketball court. Apart from that, the campus also has separate recreation rooms for boys which are equipped with snooker, table tennis and foosball tables.
Cafeteria
The campus also has its own food court and cafeteria that offers a wide selection of healthy juices, snacks, vegetarian and non-vegetarian meal options at affordable prices. The Food Court menus have both western and Indian dining options that are revised daily. A convenience store is also present at the food court that has vending machines for coffee and tea, beverages and packaged food.
Central Library
The library holds a wide array of study materials and learning resources in the form of books, e-books, journals, e-journals, CD, DVDs, databases, audio-visuals and e-question papers. It has over 16000 books, 2000 audio-visual resources, 100 periodicals, access to around 19370 e-journals at present.
Lab facilities
The Dubai Campus prides itself on state of the art laboratory, studio and workshop facilities for almost every discipline. This includes engineering department labs, pottery studios, product design labs,interior design labs, audio-visual and multimedia labs, information technology, biotechnology labs and so on.
Health services
Round the clock health care service is available for students within Campus. This includes a fully equipped medical room and trained medical staff who are present round the clock to deal with any kind of medical emergencies.Apart from that, it is also mandatory for students on University Visa to have health insurance.
International Students can also get in touch with the staff at International Students Centre if they require further information and/or assistance.
Manipal Academy of Higher Education Dubai Courses
MAHE, Dubai offers undergraduate, postgraduate, postgraduate diploma, Ph.D, certificate and foundation programmes and short term certificate programs in major disciplines such as Engineering, information sciences, management, school of life sciences, media and communication, Architecture and Design, Arts and Humanities.
Apart from that, MAHE, Dubai also collaborates with reputed universities in India, France, Uk, US, Canada and India for various academic exchange programmes and educational alliances. Manipal Academy of Higher Education, Dubai Campus has also partnered with EICAR, Paris to award dual degrees for M.A programme and Conjunct B.A degree programme.
Students of MAHE, Dubai will also have the opportunity of fast track admission to EICAR, Paris for M.A in Media and Communication.
It also has tie-ups with following industries and organisations and provides students with a suitable platform where they can exercise practical application of their classroom knowledge -
- Dubai International Film Festival (DIFF)
- Gulf Film Festival (GFF)
- DC Books, Sharjah International Book Fair (SIBF)
- Children’s International Film Festival (CIFF)
- Emirates Airline Festival of Literature (EAFoL)
- Consulate General of India, Dubai
- TEDx to host TEDxManipalAcademyofHigherEducation,Dubai
- CISCO Networking Academy
- ECDL / ICDL GCC foundation
- Oracle Academy
- E MC2
- CIW
- Emirates Aviation Services
- Tasmena, a non-profit design organisation
- Erco, Lighting Factory
Manipal University Dubai Student Accommodation
Manipal Academy of Higher Education, Dubai provides on campus accommodation for both boys and girls. thThe rooms are fully furnished with bed, mattress, cupboard,study table and chair. Both boys and girls hostels are WiFi enabled and have common dining rooms.The hostels also have independent common rooms equipped with television and laundry facilities.
A Full-time Warden is present at both the boys and girls hostel who is in charge of student welfare. Apart from that, the hostels also have 24 hour security.
However the residential facilities are available only on a first come first serve basis. Additionally, the hostel facilities are also not available during the summer break.
Manipal University Dubai Application Process
Application Portal: Online
Undergraduate Registration Fee - AED 3,150/-
Postgraduate Registration Fee - AED 1,680/-
Prospective Students can follow the steps below to apply for Manipal Academy of Higher Education for september 2021 session -
- Candidates should download the application form from the official website of Manipal Academy of Higher Education, Dubai or procure it offline from the admissions office at MAHE.
- The application form should be duly filled in with all requisite information and submitted along with all the necessary documents and registration fee.
- After submission of the online application form, students will be allocated with an online application number.
- The application form can also be submitted directly to the admissions office.
Manipal University Dubai Fees
Apart from the tuition fee which varies based on the type of course and programme one is opting for, students also have to pay other associated fees. These have been mentioned in the tables below:
Tuition Fee
| Program | Annual Tuition Fee |
|---|---|
| Undergraduate programs | AED 34,000 - 46,000 |
| Postgraduate programs | AED 35,000 - 46,000 |
| Postgraduate Diploma Programs | AED 33,000 - 35,000 |
| PhD Programs | AED 24,000 |
| Certificate and Foundation Program | AED 30,000 |
| Short term Certificate Programs | AED 5,000 - 15,000 |
Note: Students should note that a 5% VAT will be applicable on all the above fees. Apart from that, students may have to pay additional charges along with the tuition fee for a few specific programs.
Student Visa Charges
| Type of Fee | Fee Amount |
|---|---|
| Visa Fee per year (Inclusive of health insurance) | AED 4,885 /- |
| Visa Caution fee | AED 3,000/- |
Hostel Fee
| Type of fee | Fee Amount (per year) |
|---|---|
| Single Occupancy | AED 35,500/- |
| Double Occupancy | AED 28,500/- |
| Triple Occupancy | AED 25,500/- |
| Hostel Caution fee | AED 500/- |
Application and Registration Fees
| Type of Programme | Application+Registration fee |
|---|---|
| All UG Programs | AED 3150/- |
| All PG, PG Diploma, PhD, Certificate (duration 1 year), and Foundation Programs | AED 1680/- |
| All Short Term Certificate Programs (duration less than 1 year) | AED 105/- |
Manipal University Dubai Cost of living
Students planning to live off campus should take into account the following expenses
| Type of Expenses | Amount |
|---|---|
| Rent | AED 2,000 - 5000 |
| Food | AED 750 - 1500 |
| Transportation | AED 650 - 700 |
| Books and Stationery | AED 1000 |
| Other Expenses | AED 1000 - 1500 |
Students can pay the fees via cash/dated cheque/credit or debit card or through online bank transfer in AED.
Manipal University Dubai International Student Scholarships
Manipal Academy of Higher Education, Dubai extends scholarships and study grants of upto 50% of its tuition fees to its international students. The scholarships will be offered based on merit and the nationality of the student.
The following scholarships are for students from CBSE/ISC board enrolling in undergraduate programmes:
| Required Marks | Scholarship |
|---|---|
| 95% and above | 30% |
| 90% - 95% | 25% |
| 80% - 89% | 20% |
| 70% - 79% | 15% |
Students who did not qualify for the above mentioned scholarships in the first year will be eligible for scholarships next year based on their grades as given in the table below:
| Grades scored in the previous year | Scholarship |
|---|---|
| CGPA 9 & above | 15% |
| CGPA 8 - 8.99 | 10% |
For continuation of the above scholarships on tuition fees for the following years, the below conditions should be met -
- Students should have secured a CGPA of 7 in the previous year
- They should not have any academic backlog from previous year
- They must also avoid falling under academic/financial backlog as per university policy
- Students must not be facing any punishment for indiscipline as per the university policy
Students from A-level universities can avail the following Merit Scholarships:
| Marks Achieved | Scholarship |
|---|---|
| 2 A Stars | 30% |
| 1 A Star and 1 A | 25% |
| 2 A | 20% |
| 1 A and 1 B | 15% |
Scholarship for MBA Evening/Weekend students
| Required Marks | Scholarship |
|---|---|
| 2 A | 15% |
| 1 A and 1 B | 15% |
Merit Scholarships available for other PG programs
| Required Grades | Scholarship |
|---|---|
| UG with less than 3 years work experience and 70% & above CGPA in the previous qualification | 10% |
| UG with more than 3 years work experience and 60% & above CGPA in the previous qualification | 10% |
Students from O level schools seeking admission to foundation programs are eligible for the following scholarships on first semester tuition fee only
| Grades achieved | Scholarship |
|---|---|
| 2 A | 20% |
| 1 A and 1 B | 15% |
Apart from these, other scholarships offered by Manipal Academy of Higher Education are -
- Sports Scholarship starting from 5% to 50% will be awarded to students who have represented the National or State sports team as per decisions by the Sports Committee after personal interview and document Evaluation
- Alumni Scholarships are also available for students who have completed their undergraduate from MAHE, Dubai and are planning to pursue a master programme from MAHE. They can avail 10% on tuition fee in addition to any PG merit scholarship they have qualified for
Important Note:
- Scholarships for all one year programmes will be provided in the form of waiver on first semester fees.
- In case of PG programs, no extended scholarships are provided.
Manipal University Dubai Placements
Annual Career Fairs are organised by Manipal Academy of Higher Education to help students to choose the right career path for themselves. The career fairs also enable Industry partners to showcase their company profile, interact with students from various academic backgrounds and offer them job and internship opportunities. Some of the Past recruiters who have offered jobs to students of MAHE and who return every year include Larsen and Toubro, Britannia, Heinz, Al Reyami Group, Dubai Science Park and the like.
With Manipal Academy of Higher Education, Dubai students will have the opportunity to collaborate and learn from individuals, eminent academicians, CEOs and corporate leaders around the globe. They will also have access to world class resources which will enable them to gain skills and be ready to tackle the real world challenges.
