University of Wollongong in Dubai (UOWD)
Dubai, United Arab Emirates
About University of Wollongong in Dubai (UOWD)
Founded in 1993, University of Wollongong in Dubai (UOWD) is an Australian university branch campus based in Dubai Knowledge Park. It offers more than 45 bachelor’s and master’s degrees across 10 industry sectors, alongside doctoral study, foundation study, graduate qualifications, short courses, language learning, and high school summer camps. Its degrees are accredited by the UAE’s CAA, licensed by KHDA, and awarded by UOW Australia.
Teaching style
UOWD supports blended learning that combines online materials and interaction with classroom and laboratory teaching. Specialist laboratories, collaborative learning areas, and professional media equipment support practical study. Its high school camps use hands-on activities, projects, and sessions led by university academics.
Reputation & Succeed take
UOWD describes itself as the UAE’s first international Australian university, established in 1993. Its reputation claims are supported on its website by UAE degree accreditation, professional accreditation for specified programs, and published alumni career stories. The summer camp page cites UOW’s top 1% position in the QS World University Rankings 2023; this is a parent-university claim, not a separate UOWD ranking.
Our take
UOWD is worth considering for students who want Australian-awarded degrees while studying in Dubai. Its specialist laboratories, blended learning infrastructure, and subject-specific professional accreditations provide useful criteria for comparing programs. High school camps offer a shorter introduction to university subjects and facilities.
UOWD combines a Dubai campus with Australian-awarded degrees and a wider international university network. Its offering spans full degrees, professional and language training, and high school camps. Useful comparison points include each program’s professional accreditation, access to specialist facilities, and international transfer options.
Who this provider suits
Who should choose them
Students seeking Australian-awarded higher education in Dubai, a multicultural university community, and practical facilities for business, technology, engineering, media, or related subjects. High school students exploring future study interests may also consider its academic summer camps.
Accreditations & Recognition
Commission for Academic Accreditation (CAA)
All UOWD degrees are accredited through the UAE Ministry of Education’s Commission for Academic Accreditation.
Knowledge and Human Development Authority (KHDA)
UOWD is licensed by Dubai’s Knowledge and Human Development Authority.
Association to Advance Collegiate Schools of Business (AACSB)
The accreditation page states that all University of Wollongong business programs are AACSB accredited.
Australian Computer Society (ACS)
Accredits UOWD’s Bachelor of Business Information Systems and Bachelor of Computer Science, including its listed majors.
Chartered Institute of Marketing (CIM)
Accredits the Master of Marketing.
CFA Institute
The Bachelor of Business (Finance) and Master of Applied Finance (Investing) participate in the CFA Institute University Affiliation Program.
Chartered Institute of Logistics and Transport (CILT)
Accredits the Master of Supply Chain Management.
Chartered Institute of Personnel and Development (CIPD)
Accredits the listed bachelor’s and master’s degrees in human resource management.
Association of Chartered Certified Accountants (ACCA)
Accredits the Bachelor of Business (Accountancy) for exemptions from nine of fourteen ACCA papers.
Chartered Institute of Management Accountants (CIMA)
Accredits the Bachelor of Business (Accountancy).
Engineers Australia
Professionally accredits all UOWD Bachelor of Engineering (Honours) degrees, with international recognition through the Washington Accord.
Chartered Institute of Procurement and Supply (CIPS)
Accredits the Master of Supply Chain Management.
National ELT Accreditation Scheme (NEAS)
Accredits UOWD’s language center for its English language programs.
