British University in Dubai


The British University in Dubai was established in 2003 as a research-based university. BUiD is licensed by the UAE Ministry of EducationHigher Education Affairs and all its programmes are accredited by the Commission for Academic Accreditation.
BUiD is part of a strategic alliance with three UK Russell Group universities: University of Edinburgh, the University of Manchester, and University of Glasgow.
BUiD is located in Dubai International Academic City, Dubai.

BUiD's founders and contributors

BUiD was established as a not-for-profit institution. The University was established by Law #5/2003
by His Highness Sheikh Maktoum bin Rashid bin Saeed Al Maktoum, Ruler of Dubai Its founders are Al Maktoum Foundation, Dubai Development and Investment Authority, the National Bank of Dubai, the British Business Group, and Rolls-Royce.
BUiD works in collaboration with leading organisations and institutions including its major
contributing partner Atkins, Knowledge Fund Establishment, and the UAE Ministry of Education, and government and associated bodies across the UAE’s public and private sectors.

Programmes

Bachelors Programmes:
Masters Programmes:
Master of Education in Management Leadership and Policy
Master of Education in Special and Inclusive Education
Master of Education in Teaching English to Speakers of Other Languages
Master of Education in Information and Communication Technology
Master of Education in Science Education
Master of Education in Psychology
Master of Education in Learning and Teaching
PhD Programmes:
Scholarships Programmes