Fatima College of Health Sciences
📍 Abu Dhabi, Al Ain & Al Dhafra, Abu Dhabi · Official website ↗
Tuition / year
AED 44,000 – AED 52,000/yr
Students
2,000
International
6%
QS World
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About FCHS
A government health-sciences college with campuses in Abu Dhabi, Al Ain and Al Dhafra, offering bachelor's degrees in nursing, pharmacy and allied health professions.
- ✓Established 2006
- ✓Government-backed institution
- ✓Strong in Nursing & Pharmacy
Accreditation: CAA accredited; ADEK licensed
Programs & Tuition Fees
Indicative annual tuition. Confirm current fees with the university.
| Program | Level | Duration | Tuition / year |
|---|---|---|---|
| BSc Nursing | Bachelor | 4 yrs | AED 45,000 |
| Bachelor of Pharmacy | Bachelor | 5 yrs | AED 50,000 |
| Bachelor of Physiotherapy | Bachelor | 4 yrs | AED 48,000 |
Scholarships
Merit Scholarship
10–50% tuitionEligibility: Awarded for strong academic results, renewable on GPA
Need-based & sibling discounts
Partial tuitionEligibility: Based on financial need or family enrollment
Reputation by Nationality
How well-regarded this university's degrees are within major UAE communities (editorial estimate, 0–100).
Admission Requirements
- •UAE secondary school certificate or equivalent
- •English proficiency (IELTS / TOEFL / EmSAT)
- •Program-specific prerequisites
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