At Middlesex University Dubai, no matter where you study, you are part of our thriving global student community of more than 6,300+ people from over 120+ nationalities! We opened our first campus in Dubai Knowledge Park (DKP) in 2005, and ever since then we’ve grown to become the largest KHDA university in Dubai for total student enrolments, according to the latest KHDA Open Data released in 2024.
Dubai Knowledge Park
Our DKP campus is housed across Blocks 15, 16, 17 and 19 and features state-of-the-art classrooms equipped for hybrid learning; labs for Graphic Design, Robotics, Engineering, VR, Cybersecurity, and Fashion Design; and an exciting student recreation centre MDX Social Hub, which is home to our Dance Studio, Gaming Room and much more.
Dubai International Academic City
We are also the first UK university in the UAE to have a campus in each of Dubai’s higher education hubs. Our second campus is located in Dubai International Academic City (DIAC) and opened its doors to a brand-new international student cohort in September 2021. This campus is home to the MDX Global MBA Study Hub, providing an ideal educational setting for those aspiring to pursue a career in global business.
Our learning spaces are dotted across 5 buildings in Dubai Knowledge Park and Dubai International Academic City giving students the experience of a large campus in the centre of Dubai. Designed to suit the wide range of programmes we have and different learning styles, we have some inspiring facilities that include large theatre-style auditoriums to collaborative workshop rooms. Students also have access to specialist labs, studios, and simulation suites tailored to their disciplines.
Barnet Auditorium
London Auditorium
Our digital ecosystem enhances the on-campus experience, offering students seamless access to virtual learning environments, cloud-based tools, and real-time student advising. Interactive learning platforms and campus-wide high-speed Wi-Fi empower students to study, connect, and collaborate anytime, anywhere. From online query management to mobile apps for timetables, attendance, and feedback our digital infrastructure ensures students are always one step ahead.
We offer a wide array of subject-specific labs and studios that bring learning to life through hands-on experience and industry-grade equipment. These include:
- Fashion Design Icon Studio – A creative space for fashion innovation and garment construction.
- MDX Studio Film Lab – Professional-grade suites for aspiring filmmakers that give hands on experience all aspects of filmmaking, from screenwriting and cinematography to editing, colour grading, VFX, sound engineering in addition to a dedicated screening room.
- Robotics and Engineering Labs – Spaces where students design, prototype and test intelligent systems.
- Cisco Networking Lab – Industry-certified infrastructure for real-world IT and cybersecurity training.
- Graphic Design Labs – Equipped with the latest Adobe Creative Cloud tools for design excellence.
- Sport Performance Analysis Lab – Supporting sport science students with motion capture and data analytics.
- Virtual Reality (VRx) Lab – Immersive environments for learning and experiential design.
- Data Science Insights Lab – A powerful analytics space for big data, AI and predictive modelling projects.
- iMac Lab – Access the latest hardware, pre-installed with advanced software for video editing, digital media production, coding, audio design, and cross-platform development.
The MDX Innovation Hub is the central community on campus for all education and research initiatives related to innovation and entrepreneurship.
Our Centres of Excellence are dynamic hubs where academic expertise meets real-world innovation. These interdisciplinary centres bridge the gap between theory and practice, empowering students and faculty to collaborate with industry leaders on cutting-edge research, entrepreneurship, and technological advancement. From pioneering AI and robotics to immersive virtual reality and data science, our Centres of Excellence provide the infrastructure and mentorship needed to turn bold ideas into impactful solutions.
Our Library is a vibrant learning environment, offering a wealth of resources and versatile study spaces to support your learning journey. Whether you're seeking quiet individual study areas or collaborative environments, our library is designed to cater to diverse study preferences. With a commitment to inclusivity, we provide tailored support for Students of Determination, ensuring every student has the tools and assistance needed to succeed.
We offer a student experience like no other and this is powered by exceptional spaces designed to foster connection, creativity, and personal growth. Our student-centred campus features vibrant student lounges, independent learning districts, collaborative study rooms, a modern fitness centre, performance and event venues like a music room and dance studio, and nearly 40 dedicated club and societies. Our Student Hub offers exciting spaces for a videogaming arena, arcade games, an indoors multi-sport court and a games room. Whether you're relaxing between lectures, launching a student-led initiative, or training with your sports team, our world-class facilities provide the ideal setting to make the most of your university life.