Tuition / year
AED 45,000 – AED 55,000/yr
Students
1,200
International
10%
QS World
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About Rabdan Academy
A government academy specializing in safety, security, defence, emergency preparedness and crisis management, offering civilian bachelor's and master's degrees alongside professional training.
- ✓Established 2013
- ✓Government-backed institution
- ✓Strong in Homeland Security & Emergency Management
Accreditation: CAA accredited; ADEK licensed
Programs & Tuition Fees
Indicative annual tuition. Confirm current fees with the university.
| Program | Level | Duration | Tuition / year |
|---|---|---|---|
| Bachelor of Integrated Emergency Management | Bachelor | 4 yrs | AED 50,000 |
| Bachelor of Policing and Security | Bachelor | 4 yrs | AED 50,000 |
| Master of Homeland Security | Master | 2 yrs | AED 65,000 |
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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