Tuition / year
AED 45,000 – AED 60,000/yr
Students
800
International
20%
QS World
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About UKB
A government university inaugurated in 2023 in Kalba on the UAE's east coast, offering bachelor's programs across five colleges, with a sport-science program developed with Monash University.
- ✓Established 2023
- ✓Government-backed institution
- ✓Strong in Sport Science & Business
Accreditation: CAA accredited (UAE Ministry of Education)
Programs & Tuition Fees
Indicative annual tuition. Confirm current fees with the university.
| Program | Level | Duration | Tuition / year |
|---|---|---|---|
| Bachelor of Physical Education & Sport Science | Bachelor | 4 yrs | AED 59,520 |
| BSc Business Administration | Bachelor | 4 yrs | AED 45,000 |
| BSc Computer Science | Bachelor | 4 yrs | AED 50,000 |
| Bachelor of Law (LLB) | Bachelor | 4 yrs | AED 45,000 |
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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