Scholarships and grants

MAKING A UK EDUCATION MORE ACCESSIBLE AND AFFORDABLE FOR ALL

Our scholarships and grants are designed to reward your talents inside and outside the classroom and ensure that as many students as possible are able to change their lives with a world-class British university education in dynamic Dubai. We award a diverse range of scholarships and study grants to students from the UAE and around the world, who are joining us at all study levels.

How to check which scholarship or grant you’re eligible for


Your scholarship eligibility is unique to you and depends on a range of factors, such as your grades, work experience, study level, and which programme you’re applying for.

Each type of scholarship and grant has its own specific criteria for eligibility, application procedure, deadlines for application and payments, rules for continuation of benefits, restrictions and other terms and conditions, where applicable.

Our Admissions team can provide information about your eligibility criteria for relevant scholarships and grants. Contact our Admissions Team for more information by emailing [email protected], by calling +971 (0)4 3678100, or by visiting the Admissions Office in Block 16, Dubai Knowledge Park. Learn more about the general guidelines for our scholarships and grants here.

How to apply for your scholarship or study grant


You receive confirmation of your scholarships and grants eligibility once you’ve submitted your application.After you’ve submitted your application, you’ll receive an offer letter (within 24 hours) providing you with details of your scholarship offer, as well as the entry requirements you need to meet to redeem your scholarships.

You need to provide supporting evidence (such as grades or an employee ID) in order to redeem your scholarship or grant.

To secure your scholarships, you need to accept your offer of a place and pay your AED 3,000 tuition fee deposit.

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Students from a broad range of curriculums in the UAE can receive an Academic Excellence Scholarship of up to 50%.

Terms and Conditions

Eligibility: Domestic (UAE) applicants for the International Foundation Programme and Undergraduate/Bachelor’s Programmes

Academic Year: September 2024

Expiry: Applicants must apply, accept their offer and make a deposit payment of AED 3,000 to receive the grant.

Tuition Fees: Fees are subject to change based on the exchange rate at the time of payment, if shown in other currencies. Fee amounts reflected on tuition fee invoices provided to students are inclusive of the scholarship/grant awarded to them.

Duration: The scholarship is spread over the full duration of study at Middlesex University Dubai. All scholarships and grants are at the discretion of the University.

Redemption: The Academic Excellence Scholarship, Early Enrolment Grant and Schools Partnership Grant can be redeemed together, depending on the student’s eligibility, at any one time in line with the relevant applicable deadlines specified in the offer letter.

Scholarship Breakdown

AES - September 2024      
 10%15%20%30%40%50%
A levelALL104 Tariff Points112 Tariff Points120 Tariff Points128 Tariff Points136 Tariff Points
CBSEALL75% - 79.9%80% - 84.9%85% - 89.9%90% - 94.9%95%+
IBDPALL2526-2728-3334 - 3738+
American DiplomaALL80% - 84.99%85% - 89.9%90% - 94.9%95% - 97.9%98
AS LevelsALL24  Tariff Points28 Tariff Points32 Tariff Points36 Tariff Points40 Tariff Points
GCSE, O Level, IGCSEALL17 to 19 MU Points20 to 23 MU Points24 to 29 MU Points30 to 34 MU Points35 MU Points
ThanawiyaALL85% - 89.9%90% - 94.9%95% - 97.9%98% - 99.9%100%
Philippines K-12ALL85% - 89.9%90% - 94.9%95%+XX
AttestatALLAll 5 (Except 2)All 5 (Except 1)All 5XX
IB CertificateALL22 Points23 Points24 PointsXX
Pakistan BoardALL75% - 79.9%80% - 84.9%85% - 89.9%90% - 94.9%95%+

Tariff Points

MU Points  
(Max 7 subjects)

A Level (3 subjects)AS Level (2 subjects)O levelsGCSE
A* = 56 points-A* = 5 pointsGrade 8 & 9 = 5 points
A = 48 pointsA = 20 pointsA = 4 pointsGrade 7 = 4 points
B = 40 pointsB = 16 pointsB = 3 pointsGrade 6 & 5 = 3 points
C = 32 pointsC = 12 pointsC = 2 pointsGrade 4 = 2 points
D = 24 pointsD = 10 points  
E = 16 pointsE = 6 points  

International students studying at Foundation, Undergraduate and Postgraduate level are able to redeem an International Study Grant. 

To discover which international study grants you’re eligible for, please contact our International Admissions Team:

General International Admissions Team: [email protected]

Africa: Prince Asiedu, [email protected]

Pakistan: Anusha Sami, [email protected]

India: Khushboo Baghel, [email protected]

Srilanka: Eranda Kulatunga, [email protected]

Russia & CIS Countries: Karolina Amankulova, [email protected]

UK and Europe: Jamie Brannon, [email protected]

Nigeria: Abdullah Anderson, [email protected]

GCC: Muhammed Rizwan, [email protected] 

China and ROW: Tristan Palmer, [email protected]

Terms and Conditions

Eligibility: International applicants for the International Foundation Programme, Undergraduate/Bachelor’s programmes, and Postgraduate/Master’s programmes

Academic Year: September 2024

Expiry: Applicants must apply, accept their offer and make a deposit payment of AED 3,000.

Tuition Fees: Fees are subject to change based on the exchange rate at the time of payment, if shown in other currencies. Fee amounts reflected on tuition fee invoices provided to students are inclusive of the scholarship/grant awarded to them.

Duration: The scholarship is spread over the full duration of study at Middlesex University Dubai. All scholarships and grants are at the discretion of the University.

Students in the UAE applying for a Master’s programme are eligible for a 10% Postgraduate Study Grant on all programmes, apart from the Middlesex MBA (all pathways) and the MA Human Resource Management and Development. Students choosing to study on these two programmes are eligible for a 20% Professional Study Grant.

Terms and Conditions

Eligibility: Domestic (UAE) applicants for Postgraduate/Master’s programmes

Academic Year: September 2024

Expiry: Applicants must apply, accept their offer and make a deposit payment of AED 3,000.

Tuition Fees: Fees are subject to change based on the exchange rate at the time of payment, if shown in other currencies. Fee amounts reflected on tuition fee invoices provided to students are inclusive of the scholarship/grant awarded to them.

Duration: The scholarship is spread over the full duration of study at Middlesex University Dubai. For those studying part-time, the grant will be divided across the two years of study.

Redemption: The Postgraduate Study Grant and Early Enrolment Grant can be redeemed together, depending on the student’s eligibility, at any one time in line with the relevant applicable deadlines specified in the offer letter.

Students in the UAE studying the Middlesex MBA (All pathways) and the MA Human Resource Management and Development are eligible for a 20% Professional Study Grant.

Terms and Conditions

Eligibility: Domestic (UAE) applicants for the above two Postgraduate/Master’s programmes 

Academic Year: September 2024

Expiry: Applicants must apply, accept their offer and make a deposit payment of AED 3,000.

Tuition Fees: Fees are subject to change based on the exchange rate at the time of payment, if shown in other currencies. Fee amounts reflected on tuition fee invoices provided to students are inclusive of the scholarship/grant awarded to them.

Duration: The scholarship is spread over the full duration of study at Middlesex University Dubai. For those studying part-time, the grant will be divided across the two years of study.

Redemption: The Professional Study Grant and Early Enrolment Grant can be redeemed together, depending on the student’s eligibility, at any one time in line with the relevant applicable deadlines specified in the offer letter.

We are proud to have strong relationships with corporate organisations from a wide variety of industry and sectors and be supporting students to advance their knowledge of their field.

Employees of our Corporate Partners are eligible for a 20% Corporate Partnership Study Grant, which can be redeemed against any of our Postgraduate programmes.

Terms and Conditions

Eligibility: Domestic (UAE) applicants for Postgraduate/Master’s programmes applying from one of our listed corporate partner companies

Academic Year: September 2024

Expiry: Applicants must apply, accept their offer and make a deposit payment of AED 3,000.

Tuition Fees: Fees are subject to change based on the exchange rate at the time of payment, if shown in other currencies. Fee amounts reflected on tuition fee invoices provided to students are inclusive of the scholarship/grant awarded to them.

Duration: The scholarship is spread over the full duration of study at Middlesex University Dubai. For those studying part-time, the grant will be divided across the two years of study.

Redemption: The Corporate Study Grant and Early Enrolment Grant can be redeemed together, depending on the student’s eligibility, at any one time in line with the relevant applicable deadlines specified in the offer letter.

Our Corporate Partners

Company Name 
Aggreko UK Ltd ( Aggreko Middle East)First Solution Management Services
ALEC Engineering and Contracting LLCFischer Fze
Al Habtoor MotorsGoodwins Law Corporation
Al Naboodah Group EnterprisesHeliozid Oce Emirates
Al Tamimi and Co.IMG world of Adventures
Al Tayer GroupIntelligent Partners
Arab Media GroupJafza Group ( Jebel Ali Free Zone )
Atlantis, The PalmJA Resorts and Hotels
Averda International GroupJC Deceaux
Bayer Group Middle East FzeJet Airways
BETA Information Technology LLCJumeirah Group
Bridgestone ME and Africa FZEKPMG Dubai
British CouncilMajid Al Futtaim Group
Cambridge International ExaminationsMediclinic
Chartered Financial Analyst Institute        
(Candidates completed CFA Level 1 and above)
Medcare Hospitals
Chalhoub GroupMicrosoft Corporation
Curve TelecomMidstar Commodity Management Ltd
Dafza Group ( Dubai Airport Free Zone )Motivate
DDU Shipping and LogisticsM.R.S Packaging Ltd
Deloitte DubaiNetwork International LLC
DEWA ( Dubai Electricity and Water Authority )Norsafe Worldwide
DMG World MediaNovomed Centers
Dubai London ClinicPWC Dubai
Dubai Optical CentreTECOM
Dubai Islamic Bank Union Square House Real Estate 
Etisalat Consulate of Pakistan in Dubai 
Consulate of Nigeria in Dubai DU 
Edulink ConsultantsTwo Seasons Hotel Apartments
Emirates Group and Skywards GroupTathqeef (an initiative of the Ministry of Human Resources and Emiratisation)
Emirates Driving InstituteUnilever
Ernst & Young DubaiWild Wadi
Esaad loyalty membersWeatherford Drilling International (BVI) Ltd

We partner with many schools across the UAE and around the globe to create the best educational route for their students.

As part of the Schools Partner scheme benefits, students of our partner schools in the UAE are entitled to combine their Academic Excellence Scholarship with a Schools Partnership Grant of AED 2,500.

Terms and Conditions

Eligibility: Domestic (UAE) applicants for the International Foundation Programme and Undergraduate/Bachelors programme’s, applying from one of the partners schools listed

Academic Year: September 2024

Expiry: Applicants must apply, accept their offer and make a deposit payment of AED 3,000.

Tuition Fees: Fees are subject to change based on the exchange rate at the time of payment, if shown in other currencies. Fee amounts reflected on tuition fee invoices provided to students are inclusive of the scholarship/grant awarded to them.

Duration: The Schools Partnership Grant will be taken off the first year’s fees and will be a one-time grant.

Redemption: The Schools Partnership Grant, Academic Excellence Scholarship and Early Enrolment Grant can be redeemed together depending on the student’s eligibility, at any one time in line with the relevant applicable deadlines specified in the offer letter.

Our Partner Schools

Applicants from the following partner schools are eligible for the Schools Partnership Grant.

Abu Dhabi Indian SchoolIndian International School, Ajman
Abu Dhabi International Private SchoolIndian International School, Sharjah
Abu Dhabi Grammar SchoolInternational Academic School – Dubai and Abu Dhabi
Al Ameen Private SchoolInternational Community School
Al Ameer English School, AjmanInternational School of Creative Science
Al Ansar International SchoolInternational School of Arts and Science, Dubai
Al Dhafra Private schoolIslamia English School, Abu Dhabi
Al Diyafah High School, DubaiJSS School (Pvt. and International)
Al Ittihad Private School, Jumeirah & MamzarKings School
Al Maaref Private SchoolLeaders Private School
Al Mawakeb School, Dubai (All branches)Mayoor Private School, Abu Dhabi
Al Mizhar American Academy SchoolMerryland International School, Abu Dhabi
Al Nahda National schoolNew Academy School, Dubai
Al Raha International SchoolNew Indian Model School (All UAE Branches)
Al Sadiq Islamic English School, DubaiNew world American private school / Emirates American school
Al Salam Community SchoolNibras International School, Dubai
Al Zuhour Private SchoolPhiladelphia Private School
Ambassador School, DubaiPristine Private School
American International School, Abu DhabiProvidence English Private School, Sharjah
American International School, DubaiRaffles World Academy
Arab Unity School, DubaiRaffles International School
Australian International SchoolRAK International Academy
Bright Riders School, Abu Dhabi & DubaiRosary School
British International School, AjmanRussian International School, Dubai
Buds Public SchoolSharjah British International School
Candidates completing NIOS        
(National Institute of Open Schooling) based in the UAE
Sharjah English School
Collegiate American SchoolSharjah Indian School
Crescent English High School, DubaiSharjah American International School
Deira International SchoolSpringdales School Dubai
Dubai British School, Jumeirah ParkSt Joseph’s School, Abu Dhabi
Dubai Carmel SchoolSt Mary’s Catholic High School - Dubai, Fujairah and RAK
Dubai Gem Private SchoolSunmarke School, Dubai
Dubai International School, Al Garhoud 
Dubai Modern Education SchoolThe Bloomington Academy, Ajman
Delhi Private School – Dubai & SharjahThe City School, Dubai
Dubai International AcademyThe Elite English School, Dubai
Dubai International School, DubaiThe English College, Dubai
Dubai Scholars Private SchoolThe Emirates National School, Sharjah
English Language Private SchoolThe International School of Choueifat, Dubai
Emirates Future International Academy, Abu DhabiThe International School of Choueifat, Abu Dhabi
Emirates International School – BarshaThe International School of Choueifat, Sharjah
Emirates International School – JumeirahThe Oxford School
Grammar School, DubaiThe Royal Academy
Greenfield International School, DubaiThe Sheffield Pvt. School
Greenwood International School, DubaiThe Central School
Gulf Asian English School, SharjahThe Model School, Abu Dhabi
Gulf Indian High SchoolUniversal American School, Dubai
Gulf Model School, DubaiUnited International Private School, Dubai
Habitat School AjmanUptown School, Dubai
Horizon Private SchoolVictoria International School, Sharjah
Ibn Seena English High SchoolWesgreen International School
Indian High School, Dubai 

We’ve partnered with the GEMS School Group, entitling students in the UAE and across the globe who attend our GEMS Partner Schools to benefit from combining their Academic Excellence Scholarship or International Study Grant with the GEMS Schools Partnership Grant of AED 3,000.

Terms and Conditions

Eligibility: Domestic (UAE) and international applicants for the International Foundation Programme and Undergraduate/Bachelor’s programmes applying from one of the GEMS Partner Schools listed

Academic Year: September 2024

Expiry: Applicants must apply, accept their offer and make a deposit payment of AED 3,000.

Tuition Fees: Fees are subject to change based on the exchange rate at the time of payment, if shown in other currencies. Fee amounts reflected on tuition fee invoices provided to students are inclusive of the scholarship/grant awarded to them.

Duration: The GEMS Schools Partnership Grant will be taken off the first year’s fees and will be a one-time grant.

Redemption: The GEMS Schools Partnership Grant, Academic Excellence Scholarship (or International Study Grant), and Early Enrolment Grant can be redeemed together, depending on the student’s eligibility, at any one time in line with the relevant applicable deadlines specified in the offer letter.

GEMS Partner Schools

If you are attending one of these schools, you will automatically receive the GEMS Schools Partnership Grant towards your tuition fees.

GEMS Partner Schools List   
British / National CurriculumCountryOTHER/NationalCountry
GEMS Wellington Academy - Al KhailUAESheikh Zayed Private Academy for Girls - Abu DhabiUAE
GEMS Metropole School, Motor City DubaiUAEShaikh Zayed Private School for Boys, Abu DhabiUAE
GEMS Wellington Academy, Silicon OasisUAEInternational Schools 
GEMS First Point School, The VillaUAEWebber Independent School, UKUK
GEMS Cambridge International School - Abu DhabiUAEGEMS International School of Penang, Pearl City, Penang, MalaysiaMalaysia
Jumeirah CollegeUAEGEMS World Academy - SingaporeSingapore
Cambridge High School - Abu DhabiUAEGEMS Cambridge International School - SingaporeSingapore
GEMS Wellington International SchoolUAEGEMS Cambridge International School - Metro KLMalaysia
GEMS Winchester School - Oud Metha, DubaiUAEGEMS Cambridge International School (CIN) - Nairobi, KenyaKenya
Cambridge International SchoolUAEGEMS Cambridge International School - Kampala, UgandaUganda
The Westminster School - DubaiUAEGEMS World Academy, Saudi (King Abdullah Economic City KSA)Saudi Arabia
GEMS Westminster School - RAKUAEEcoles des Roches - Normandy, FranceFrance
The Winchester School - Jebel AliUAEGEMS World Academy, Switzerland (G9-G10)Switzerland

GEMS Winchester School - Abu Dhabi

 

UAEGEMS Akademia International School KolkataIndia
GEMS Westminster School - SharjahUAEGEMS International School KarnalIndia
IB / American GEMS International School GurgaonIndia
GEMS Dubai American AcademyUAEGEMS Modern Academy GurgaonIndia
GEMS Bradenton Preparatory AcademyUAEGEMS Modern Academy KochiIndia
GEMS World Academy - Al BarshaUAEGEMS Public School BathindaIndia
GEMS American Academy - Abu DhabiUAEGEMS Public School BhopalIndia
Al Khaleej National SchoolUAEGEMS Public School GunturIndia
Indian Curriculum GEMS Public School GwaliorIndia
GEMS United Indian School - Abu DhabiUAEGEMS Public School HaldwaniIndia
The Millennium Schools - DubaiUAEGEMS Public School IndoreIndia
GEMS Modern AcademyUAEGEMS Public School PatialaIndia
Our Own English High School, DubaiUAELittle GEMS International Jawahar Nagar KochiIndia
Our Own English High School, Al AinUAELittle GEMS International GurgaonIndia
Our Own English High School - FujairahUAE  
Our Own Indian School - DubaiUAE  
Our Own English High School - for Boys, SharjahUAE  
Our Own English High School - for Girls, SharjahUAE  
Our Own High School - Al WarqaaUAE  

We’re proud to support our alumni to further their education at the university where it all began. Graduates who have studied an Undergraduate or Postgraduate programme with Middlesex University Dubai and want to enrol for further studies can receive a 25% Alumni Study Grant towards their total tuition fees.

Terms and Conditions

Eligibility: Middlesex University Dubai alumni applicants for Postgraduate/Master’s programmes

Academic Year: September 2024

Expiry: Applicants must apply, accept their offer and make a deposit payment of AED 3,000.

Tuition Fees: Fees are subject to change based on the exchange rate at the time of payment, if shown in other currencies. Fee amounts reflected on tuition fee invoices provided to students are inclusive of the scholarship/grant awarded to them.

Duration: The scholarship is spread over the full duration of study at Middlesex University Dubai. For those studying part-time, the grant will be divided across the two years of study.

Redemption: The Alumni Grant and Early Enrolment Grant can be redeemed together, depending on the student’s eligibility, at any one time in line with the relevant applicable deadlines specified in the offer letter.

Teachers and school staff from schools in the UAE or across the globe who are enrolling onto one of our Education programmes will receive a 25% Teacher Study Grant towards their total tuition fees. 

For all other Postgraduate programmes, teachers and school staff members are eligible to receive a 20% Teacher Study Grant.

Terms and Conditions

Eligibility: Domestic (UAE) and international applicants for Education Postgraduate/Master’s programmes and other Postgraduate programmes, who are teaching in schools in the UAE or across the globe.

(Evidence must be provided to redeem the Teacher Study Grant)

Academic Year: September 2024

Expiry: Applicants must apply, accept their offer and make a deposit payment of AED 3,000.

Tuition Fees: Fees are subject to change based on the exchange rate at the time of payment, if shown in other currencies. Fee amounts reflected on tuition fee invoices provided to students are inclusive of the scholarship/grant awarded to them.

Duration: The scholarship is spread over the full duration of study at Middlesex University Dubai. For those studying part-time, the grant will be divided across the two years of study.

Redemption: The Teacher Study Grant and Early Enrolment Grant can be redeemed together, depending on the student’s eligibility, at any one time in line with the relevant applicable deadlines specified in the offer letter.

The Team Middlesex Sporting Excellence Scholarship is awarded to applicants who are excelling in the sporting world, demonstrating aptitude in their sports and academic performance prior to joining the university.

Contact our Admissions Team for more information by emailing [email protected], by calling +971 (0)4 3678100, or by visiting the Admissions Office in Block 16, Dubai Knowledge Park to learn more about this scholarship. 

Terms and Conditions

Eligibility: Domestic (UAE) and international applicants for the International Foundation Programme and Undergraduate/Bachelor’s programmes, who have shown excellence in sporting success and achievement at a national and/or international level within any organised sport (individual or team).

Awarding Criteria: The Sporting Excellence Scholarship is awarded at the discretion of the Pro Vice-Chancellor and Director of the University.

Academic Year: September 2024

Expiry: Applicants must apply, accept their offer and make a deposit payment of AED 3,000.

Tuition Fees: Fees are subject to change based on the exchange rate at the time of payment, if shown in other currencies. Fee amounts reflected on tuition fee invoices provided to students are inclusive of the scholarship/grant awarded to them.

Duration: The scholarship is spread over the full duration of study at Middlesex University Dubai. All scholarships and grants are awarded at the discretion of the University.

Enter into Year 3 of our University Top-Up Programme in BSc Information Technology or BSc Business Information Systems, especially for IT students.

IT Top-Up Programme Package – January 2024

Total Price: AED 40,556 AED / 11,403 USD 

(Prices subject to change based on the exchange rate at the point of payment)

Package includes:

  • Tuition (1 Year)
  • Visa (1 Year)
  • Medical Insurance

Additional costs will apply

Learn more about the IT Top-Up Programme for this January 2024.

Terms and Conditions

Eligibility: IT Students entering into Year 3 of our BSc Information Technology or BSc Business Information Systems in September 2024.

Expiry: Applicants must apply, accept their offer and make a deposit payment of AED 3,000.

Tuition Fees: Fees are subject to change based on the exchange rate at the time of payment, if shown in other currencies. Fee amounts reflected on tuition fee invoices provided to students are inclusive of the scholarship/grant awarded to them.

Duration: The scholarship is spread over the full duration of study at Middlesex University Dubai. All scholarships and grants are at the discretion of the University.

Redemption: The IT Package Grant cannot be combined with any other scholarship or grant.

ESAAD cardholders (including the spouse and siblings of the cardholder) can redeem a 25% discount on total tuition fees.

To avail this offer, please present your ESAAD card and a valid employee ID copy to the Admissions Office.

Please note this cannot be used in conjunction with any other scholarships or grants.

*Please note: the Esaad grants are awarded and applicable only at time of enrolling as a new student to Middlesex University Dubai. Documents must remain valid throughout and must be submitted (Campus Central) at the start of each intake.

FAZAA cardholders (including the spouse and siblings of the cardholder) can redeem a 25% discount on total tuition fees. 

To avail this offer, please present your Fazaa card and a valid employee ID copy to the Admissions Office. 

Please note this cannot be used in conjunction with any other scholarships or grants.

*Please note: the Fazaa grants are awarded and applicable only at time of enrolling as a new student to Middlesex University Dubai. Documents must remain valid throughout and must be submitted (Campus Central) at the start of each intake.

*All Scholarships and Grants are based on fulfilling all the Terms and Conditions and are at the discretion of Middlesex University Dubai. The University reserves the right to withhold any scholarships or grants issued should this be deemed appropriate at any time.