
SCHOLARSHIPS AND GRANTS
ACADEMIC EXCELLENCE SCHOLARSHIP
Academic Achievement is recognised by Middlesex University Dubai through our competitive scholarships programme. Students across a broad range of Curriculums can receive a scholarship of up to 50%.
See the scholarship breakdown by curriculum below.
Scholarship Eligibility (based on achieving grades) | |||||||
Curriculum | Country | Entry Level | 50% | 40% | 35% | 25% | 15% |
British Curriculum (A level) | Domestic | Undergraduate | 2 A* | A* & A | A*&B or 2 A's | A* &C or A&B | All |
CBSE/Indian State Boards | Domestic | Undergraduate | 95% | 90% - 94.99% | 85% - 89.99% | 80% - 84.9% | All |
IB Diploma | Domestic | Undergraduate | 38+ points | 34 - 37 points | 28 - 33 points | 26 - 27 points | All |
BTEC Level 3 | Domestic | Undergraduate | All | ||||
AS Levels | Domestic | IFP | 2 A's | A & B | A & C or 2 B's | A& D or B&C | All |
British Curriculum | Domestic | IFP | 35 MU Points | 25 - 34 MU Points | 20 - 24 MU points | 17-19 Points | All |
American Curriculum | Domestic | IFP | 98% | 95% - 97.99% | 90% - 94.99% | 85% - 89.99% | All |
Thannawiya | Domestic | IFP | 100% | 98% - 99.99% | 95% - 97.99% | 90% - 94.99% | All |
Philippines K-12 | Domestic | IFP | 95% + | 90% - 94.99% | All | ||
Pakistan Board | Domestic | IFP | 98% | 95% - 97.99% | 90% - 94.99% | 85% - 89.99% | All |
Attestat | Domestic | IFP | All 5's | All 5's except 1 | All 5's except 2 | All | |
IB Certificate | Domestic | IFP | 24 points | 22 - 23 points | All |
O levels, GCSE & IGCSE Scholarship Points |
(maximum of 7 subjects to be considered) |
O levels: A* = 5 points A = 4 points B = 3 points and C = 2 points GCSE/IGCSE: Grade 8 & 9 = 5 points, grade 7 = 4 points, grade 5 & 6 = 3 points and grade 4 = 2 points |
Contact the Admissions Team for more information on your Scholarships eligibility on admissions@mdx.ac.ae or +971 (0)4 3678100
Terms and Conditions
Eligibility: Domestic Applicants for the International Foundation Programme and Undergraduate/Bachelors Programmes
Students who qualify for a higher Academic Excellence Scholarship from 25% to 50%, must provide their official grades to receive the applicable scholarship.
Academic Year: January 2023
Expiry: Applicants must apply, accept their offer and make a deposit payment of AED 3,000
Fees: Fees are subject to change based on the exchange rate at the time of the transaction if shown in other currencies and prices shown are inclusive of the scholarship/grant mentioned
Duration: The scholarship is spread over the duration of study at Middlesex University Dubai and all scholarships and grants are at the discretion of the University.
Redemption: An Academic Excellence Scholarship + Early Enrolment Grant + Schools Partnership Grant can be redeemed at any one time in line with the applicable deadlines
*All Scholarships and Grants are based on fulfilling all the Terms & Conditions and are at the discretion of Middlesex University Dubai and reserves the right to withhold any scholarships or grants issued should this be deemed appropriate at any time.
INTERNATIONAL STUDY GRANT
If you are an international student and want to understand which Scholarships and Grants you are eligible for, please contact our Admissions Team who will assist you with this.
Africa: Prince Asiedu p.asiedu@mdx.ac.ae
Pakistan: Anusha Sami a.sami@mdx.ac.ae
Rest of the World: Stuart Kirkham s.kirkham@mdx.ac.ae
or Connect with the Team on international@mdx.ac.ae
Terms and Conditions
Eligibility: International Applicants for the International Foundation Programme, Undergraduate/Bachelors Programmes and Postgraduate/Masters Programmes
Academic Year: January 2023
Expiry: Applicants must apply, accept their offer and make a deposit payment of AED 3,000.
Fees: Fees are subject to change based on the exchange rate at the time of the transaction if shown in other currencies and prices shown are inclusive of the scholarship/grant mentioned
Duration: The scholarship is spread over the duration of study at Middlesex University Dubai and all scholarships and grants are at the discretion of the University.
*All Scholarships and Grants are based on fulfilling all the Terms & Conditions and are at the discretion of Middlesex University Dubai and reserves the right to withhold any scholarships or grants issued should this be deemed appropriate at any time.
POSTGRADUATE/MASTERS STUDY GRANT
10% Postgraduate Study Grant across all Postgraduate Programmes
20% Professional Study Grant for the Middlesex MBA (All Pathways) and MA Human Resource Management and Development
Terms and Conditions
Eligibility: Domestic Applicants for Postgraduate/Masters Programmes
Academic Year: January 2023
Expiry: Applicants must apply, accept their offer and make a deposit payment of AED 3,000.
Fees: Fees are subject to change based on the exchange rate at the time of the transaction if shown in other currencies and prices shown are inclusive of the scholarship/grant mentioned
Duration: The scholarship is spread over the 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 + Early Enrolment Grant can be redeemed at any one time in line with the applicable deadlines
*All Scholarships and Grants are based on fulfilling all the Terms & Conditions and are at the discretion of Middlesex University Dubai and reserves the right to withhold any scholarships or grants issued should this be deemed appropriate at any time.
PROFESSIONAL STUDY GRANT
The Professional Study Grant of 20% for the Middlesex MBA (all pathways) and MA Human Resource Management and Development
Terms and Conditions
Eligibility: Domestic Applicants for Postgraduate/Masters Programmes
Academic Year: January 2023
Expiry: Applicants must apply, accept their offer and make a deposit payment of AED 3,000.
Fees: Fees are subject to change based on the exchange rate at the time of the transaction if shown in other currencies and prices shown are inclusive of the scholarship/grant mentioned
Duration: The scholarship is spread over the 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 + Early Enrolment Grant can be redeemed at any one time in line with the applicable deadlines
*All Scholarships and Grants are based on fulfilling all the Terms & Conditions and are at the discretion of Middlesex University Dubai and reserves the right to withhold any scholarships or grants issued should this be deemed appropriate at any time.
SCHOOLS PARTNERSHIP GRANT
Middlesex University Dubai partners with many schools across the UAE and globe. As part of the Schools Partner scheme benefits, students are entitled to combine their Academic Excellence Scholarship with a Schools Partnership Grant of AED 2,500.
See our Schools Partners below, and if you are attending one of these schools, you will automatically receive the Schools Partnership Grant towards your tuition fees.
Abu Dhabi Indian School | Indian International School, Ajman |
Abu Dhabi International Private School | Indian International School, Sharjah |
Abu Dhabi Grammar School | International Academic School – Dubai and Abu Dhabi |
Al Ameen Private School | International Community School |
Al Ameer English School, Ajman | International School of Creative Science |
Al Ansar International School | International School of Arts and Science, Dubai |
Al Dhafra Private school | Islamia English School, Abu Dhabi |
Al Diyafah High School, Dubai | JSS School (Pvt. and International) |
Al Ittihad Private School, Jumeirah & Mamzar | Kings School |
Al Maaref Private School | Leaders Private School |
Al Mawakeb School, Dubai (All branches) | Mayoor Private School, Abu Dhabi |
Al Mizhar American Academy School | Merryland International School, Abu Dhabi |
Al Nahda National school | New Academy School, Dubai |
Al Raha International School | New Indian Model School (All UAE Branches) |
Al Sadiq Islamic English School, Dubai | New world American private school / Emirates American school |
Al Salam Community School | Nibras International School, Dubai |
Al Zuhour Private School | Philadelphia Private School |
Ambassador School, Dubai | Pristine Private School |
American International School, Abu Dhabi | Providence English Private School, Sharjah |
American International School, Dubai | Raffles World Academy |
Arab Unity School, Dubai | Raffles International School |
Australian International School | RAK International Academy |
Bright Riders School, Abu Dhabi & Dubai | Rosary School |
British International School, Ajman | Russian International School, Dubai |
Buds Public School | Sharjah British International School |
Candidates completing NIOS (National Institute of Open Schooling) based in the UAE | Sharjah English School |
Collegiate American School | Sharjah Indian School |
Crescent English High School, Dubai | Sharjah American International School |
Deira International School | Springdales School Dubai |
Dubai British School, Jumeirah Park | St Joseph’s School, Abu Dhabi |
Dubai Carmel School | St Mary’s Catholic High School - Dubai, Fujairah and RAK |
Dubai Gem Private School | Sunmarke School, Dubai |
Dubai International School, Al Garhoud | Sunrise English Private School |
Dubai Modern Education School | The Bloomington Academy, Ajman |
Delhi Private School – Dubai & Sharjah | The City School, Dubai |
Dubai International Academy | The Elite English School, Dubai |
Dubai International School, Dubai | The English College, Dubai |
Dubai Scholars Private School | The Emirates National School, Sharjah |
English Language Private School | The International School of Choueifat, Dubai |
Emirates Future International Academy, Abu Dhabi | The International School of Choueifat, Abu Dhabi |
Emirates International School – Barsha | The International School of Choueifat, Sharjah |
Emirates International School – Jumeirah | The Oxford School |
Grammar School, Dubai | The Royal Academy |
Greenfield International School, Dubai | The Sheffield Pvt. School |
Greenwood International School, Dubai | The Central School |
Gulf Asian English School, Sharjah | The Model School, Abu Dhabi |
Gulf Indian High School | Universal American School, Dubai |
Gulf Model School, Dubai | United International Private School, Dubai |
Habitat School Ajman | Uptown School, Dubai |
Horizon Private School | Victoria International School, Sharjah |
Ibn Seena English High School | Wesgreen International School |
Indian High School, Dubai |
Terms and Conditions
Eligibility: Domestic Applicants for the International Foundation Programme and Undergraduate/Bachelors Programmes applying from one of the partners schools listed
Eligibility: Domestic Applicants for the International Foundation Programme and Undergraduate/Bachelors Programmes applying from one of the partners schools listed
Academic Year: January 2023
Expiry: Applicants must apply, accept their offer and make a deposit payment of AED 3,000.
Fees: Fees are subject to change based on the exchange rate at the time of the transaction if shown in other currencies and prices shown are inclusive of the scholarship/grant mentioned
Duration: This Schools Partnership Grant will be taken off the first years fee and will be a one-time grant
Redemption: The Schools Partnership Grant + Academic Excellence Scholarship + Early Enrolment Grant can be redeemed at any one time in line with the applicable deadlines
*All Scholarships and Grants are based on fulfilling all the Terms & Conditions and are at the discretion of Middlesex University Dubai and reserves the right to withhold any scholarships or grants issued should this be deemed appropriate at any time.
GEMS SCHOOLS PARTNERSHIP GRANT
Middlesex University Dubai has partnered with the GEMS School Group, entitling students in the UAE and across the globe who attend these schools to benefit from combining their Academic Excellence Scholarship with the GEMS Schools Partnership Grant of AED 2,500.
See the GEMS Schools Partners listed below, and 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 Curriculum | Country | OTHER/National | Country |
GEMS Wellington Academy - Al Khail | UAE | Sheikh Zayed Private Academy for Girls - Abu Dhabi | UAE |
GEMS Metropole School, Motor City Dubai | UAE | Shaikh Zayed Private School for Boys, Abu Dhabi | UAE |
GEMS Wellington Academy, Silicon Oasis | UAE | International Schools | |
GEMS First Point School, The Villa | UAE | Webber Independent School, UK | UK |
GEMS Cambridge International School - Abu Dhabi | UAE | GEMS International School of Penang, Pearl City, Penang, Malaysia | Malaysia |
Jumeirah College | UAE | GEMS World Academy - Singapore | Singapore |
Cambridge High School - Abu Dhabi | UAE | GEMS Cambridge International School - Singapore | Singapore |
GEMS Wellington International School | UAE | GEMS Cambridge International School - Metro KL | Malaysia |
GEMS Winchester School - Oud Metha, Dubai | UAE | GEMS Cambridge International School (CIN) - Nairobi, Kenya | Kenya |
Cambridge International School | UAE | GEMS Cambridge International School - Kampala, Uganda | Uganda |
The Westminster School - Dubai | UAE | GEMS World Academy, Saudi (King Abdullah Economic City KSA) | Saudi Arabia |
GEMS Westminster School - RAK | UAE | Ecoles des Roches - Normandy, France | France |
The Winchester School - Jebel Ali | UAE | GEMS World Academy, Switzerland (G9-G10) | Switzerland |
GEMS Winchester School - Abu Dhabi | UAE | GEMS Akademia International School Kolkata | India |
GEMS Westminster School - Sharjah | UAE | GEMS International School Karnal | India |
IB / American | GEMS International School Gurgaon | India | |
GEMS Dubai American Academy | UAE | GEMS Modern Academy Gurgaon | India |
GEMS Bradenton Preparatory Academy | UAE | GEMS Modern Academy Kochi | India |
GEMS World Academy - Al Barsha | UAE | GEMS Public School Bathinda | India |
GEMS American Academy - Abu Dhabi | UAE | GEMS Public School Bhopal | India |
Al Khaleej National School | UAE | GEMS Public School Guntur | India |
Indian Curriculum | GEMS Public School Gwalior | India | |
GEMS United Indian School - Abu Dhabi | UAE | GEMS Public School Haldwani | India |
The Millennium Schools - Dubai | UAE | GEMS Public School Indore | India |
GEMS Modern Academy | UAE | GEMS Public School Patiala | India |
Our Own English High School, Dubai | UAE | Little GEMS International Jawahar Nagar Kochi | India |
Our Own English High School, Al Ain | UAE | Little GEMS International Gurgaon | India |
Our Own English High School - Fujairah | UAE | ||
Our Own Indian School - Dubai | UAE | ||
Our Own English High School - for Boys, Sharjah | UAE | ||
Our Own English High School - for Girls, Sharjah | UAE | ||
Our Own High School - Al Warqaa | UAE |
Terms and Conditions
Eligibility: Domestic Applicants for the International Foundation Programme and Undergraduate/Bachelors Programmes applying from one of the GEMS partners schools listed
Academic Year: January 2023
Expiry: Applicants must apply, accept their offer and make a deposit payment of AED 3,000.
Fees: Fees are subject to change based on the exchange rate at the time of the transaction if shown in other currencies and prices shown are inclusive of the scholarship/grant mentioned
Duration: This Schools Partnership Grant will be taken off the first years fee and will be a one-time grant
Redemption: The GEMS Schools Partnership Grant + Academic Excellence Scholarship + Early Enrolment Grant can be redeemed at any one time in line with the applicable deadlines
*All Scholarships and Grants are based on fulfilling all the Terms & Conditions and are at the discretion of Middlesex University Dubai and reserves the right to withhold any scholarships or grants issued should this be deemed appropriate at any time.
TEAM MIDDLESEX SPORTING EXCELLENCE SCHOLARSHIP
The Team Middlesex Sporting Excellence Scholarship is in place to recognise applicants who are excelling in the sporting world, showing aptitude in sporting and academic performance prior to joining the university.
Terms and Conditions
Eligibility: Domestic and International Applicants for the International Foundation Programme and Undergraduate/Bachelors Programmes who have shown excellence in sporting success and achievement at a national and/or international level within any organised sport. (individual or team)
Award: The Sporting Excellence Scholarship is awarded at the discretion of the Pro Vice-Chancellor and Director of the University
Academic Year: January 2023
Expiry: Applicants must apply, accept their offer and make a deposit payment of AED 3,000.
Fees:Fees are subject to change based on the exchange rate at the time of the transaction if shown in other currencies and prices shown are inclusive of the scholarship/grant mentioned
Duration: The scholarship is spread over the duration of study at Middlesex University Dubai and all scholarships and grants are at the discretion of the University.
*All Scholarships and Grants are based on fulfilling all the Terms & Conditions and are at the discretion of Middlesex University Dubai and reserves the right to withhold any scholarships or grants issued should this be deemed appropriate at any time.
APTECH TOP-UP PACKAGE
Enter into Year 2 or Year 3 University Top Up Programme in BSc Information Technology or BSc Business Information Systems at Middlesex University Dubai
APTECH Top-Up Programme Package
COST - AED 58,345/ USD 15,885*
(Prices subject to change based on the exchange rate at the point of payment)
- Tuition (1 Year)
- Visa (1 Year)
- Medical Insurance (1 Year)
- Emirates ID
- Accommodation (10 months)*
*Please note that accommodation should be booked directly with our student accommodation partner, The Myriad Dubai, please coordinate with our admissions team for more details.
APTECH Top-Up Programme Package (Tuition and Visa Only)
COST - AED 38, 345/ USD 10,440*
(Prices subject to change based on the exchange rate at the point of payment)
Terms and Conditions
Eligibility: APTECH Students entering into Year 2 or Year 3 University Top Up Programme in BSc Information Technology or BSc Business Information Systems at Middlesex University Dubai Academic Year: January 2023
Package Detail:
The fees are Inclusive of: Tuition, Accommodation (10 months), Visa and Medical Insurance - Accommodation and Visa Security deposits are not included in listed fee for the package
Expiry:
Applicants must apply, accept their offer and make a deposit payment of AED 3,000.
Fees:
Fees are subject to change based on the exchange rate at the time of the transaction if shown in other currencies and prices shown are inclusive of the scholarship/grant mentioned
Duration:
The scholarship is spread over the duration of study at Middlesex University Dubai and all scholarships and grants are at the discretion of the University.
Redemption:
The APTECH Package Grant cannot be combined with any other scholarship or grant
*All Scholarships and Grants are based on fulfilling all the Terms & Conditions and are at the discretion of Middlesex University Dubai and reserves the right to withhold any scholarships or grants issued should this be deemed appropriate at any time.
CORPORATE STUDY GRANT
The University focuses on building corporate relationships within a wide variety of industry and sectors. We provide employees of our Corporate Partners with a Corporate Partnership Study Grant of 20%, which can be redeemed against any of our Postgraduate Programmes.
Please see a full list of partner companies below:
Company Name | |
Aggreko UK Ltd ( Aggreko Middle East) | First Solution Management Services |
ALEC Engineering and Contracting LLC | Fischer Fze |
Al Habtoor Motors | Goodwins Law Corporation |
Al Naboodah Group Enterprises | Heliozid Oce Emirates |
Al Tamimi and Co. | IMG world of Adventures |
Al Tayer Group | Intelligent Partners |
Arab Media Group | Jafza Group ( Jebel Ali Free Zone ) |
Atlantis, The Palm | JA Resorts and Hotels |
Averda International Group | JC Deceaux |
Bayer Group Middle East Fze | Jet Airways |
BETA Information Technology LLC | Jumeirah Group |
Bridgestone ME and Africa FZE | KPMG Dubai |
British Council | Majid Al Futtaim Group |
Cambridge International Examinations | Mediclinic |
Chartered Financial Analyst Institute (Candidates completed CFA Level 1 and above) | Medcare Hospitals |
Chalhoub Group | Microsoft Corporation |
Curve Telecom | Midstar Commodity Management Ltd |
Dafza Group ( Dubai Airport Free Zone ) | Motivate |
DDU Shipping and Logistics | M.R.S Packaging Ltd |
Deloitte Dubai | Network International LLC |
DEWA ( Dubai Electricity and Water Authority ) | Norsafe Worldwide |
DMG World Media | Novomed Centers |
Dubai London Clinic | PWC Dubai |
Dubai Optical Centre | TECOM |
Dubai Islamic Bank | Union Square House Real Estate |
Etisalat | Consulate of Pakistan in Dubai |
Consulate of Nigeria in Dubai | DU |
Edulink Consultants | Two Seasons Hotel Apartments |
Emirates Group and Skywards Group | Tathqeef (an initiative of the Ministry of Human Resources and Emiratisation) |
Emirates Driving Institute | Unilever |
Ernst & Young Dubai | Wild Wadi |
Esaad loyalty members | Weatherford Drilling International (BVI) Ltd |
Terms and Conditions
Eligibility: Domestic Applicants for Postgraduate/Masters Programmes applying from one of our list corporate partner companies
Academic Year: January 2023
Expiry: Applicants must apply, accept their offer and make a deposit payment of AED 3,000.
Fees: Fees are subject to change based on the exchange rate at the time of the transaction if shown in other currencies and prices shown are inclusive of the scholarship/grant mentioned
Duration: The scholarship is spread over the 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 + Early Enrolment Grant can be redeemed at any one time in line with the applicable deadlines
*All Scholarships and Grants are based on fulfilling all the Terms & Conditions and are at the discretion of Middlesex University Dubai and reserves the right to withhold any scholarships or grants issued should this be deemed appropriate at any time.
ALUMNI GRANT
Our Alumni are our valued Ambassadors of Middlesex University Dubai and we are happy to see you are looking to further your studies with us. 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: Domestic Applicants for Postgraduate/Masters Programmes applying and who are Middlesex University Alumni
Academic Year: January 2023
Expiry: Applicants must apply, accept their offer and make a deposit payment of AED 3,000.
Fees:Fees are subject to change based on the exchange rate at the time of the transaction if shown in other currencies and prices shown are inclusive of the scholarship/grant mentioned
Duration: The scholarship is spread over the 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 + Early Enrolment Grant can be redeemed at any one time in line with the applicable deadlines
*All Scholarships and Grants are based on fulfilling all the Terms & Conditions and are at the discretion of Middlesex University Dubai and reserves the right to withhold any scholarships or grants issued should this be deemed appropriate at any time.
TEACHER STUDY GRANT
Teachers and school staff from schools in the UAE or across the globe who are enrolling on to one of the University’s Education Programmes will receive a Teacher Study Grant of 25% towards their total tuition fees. For all other Postgraduate Programmes, teachers and staff members will receive a 20% Study Grant.
Terms and Conditions
Eligibility: Domestic and International Applicants for Education Postgraduate/Masters Programmes and other Postgraduate programmes who are teaching in schools in the UAE or across the globe (evidence must be shown)
Academic Year: January 2023
Expiry: Applicants must apply, accept their offer and make a deposit payment of AED 3,000.
Fees:Fees are subject to change based on the exchange rate at the time of the transaction if shown in other currencies and prices shown are inclusive of the scholarship/grant mentioned
Duration: The scholarship is spread over the 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 + Early Enrolment Grant can be redeemed at any one time in line with the applicable deadlines
*All Scholarships and Grants are based on fulfilling all the Terms & Conditions and are at the discretion of Middlesex University Dubai and reserves the right to withhold any scholarships or grants issued should this be deemed appropriate at any time.
ESAAD
ESAAD Card Holders (including wife/husband and siblings) can avail the 20% discount. 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.
*All Scholarships and Grants are based on fulfilling all the Terms & Conditions and are at the discretion of Middlesex University Dubai and reserves the right to withhold any scholarships or grants issued should this be deemed appropriate at any time.
General Guidelines for Scholarships and Grants
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