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Best Universities for Computer Science & Engineering in United Arab Emirates 2026

Top universities for computer science and engineering in United Arab Emirates include Khalifa University of Science and Technology. BrightKey has evaluated 1 institutions with relevant programs.

Evaluation draws on BrightKey's 6-dimension ratings and universities' publicly disclosed notable programs. Editorial standards.

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Visa & post-study work

Student residence visa sponsored by the university; post-study options via employer sponsorship or the UAE Golden Visa for high achievers

Application system

English-medium universities (Khalifa) admit undergraduates via IB/A-Level/AP and high-school results plus English-proficiency tests; many programs heavily scholarshipped

International tuition

Khalifa University publishes ~USD 27,000/year tuition but 90%+ of students are on scholarship; branch campuses and other privates vary widely

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1 recommended universities, sorted by BrightKey rating

Khalifa University of Science and Technology

Abu Dhabi, UAE · Founded 2017 · 32% intl

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Computer Science & Engineering programs

  • Petroleum Engineering — A QS by-subject global top-10 strength and the university's signature field, rooted in the former Petroleum Institute and tied closely to ADNOC and the UAE energy sector.
  • Chemical & Energy Engineering — Strong programme aligned to the UAE's energy economy, spanning hydrocarbons, carbon capture, hydrogen storage and renewable/clean-energy systems.
  • Computer Science & Artificial Intelligence — Fast-growing computing and AI/machine-learning programmes (including a BSc with Zayed Military University), backed by dedicated AI research centres.
  • Electrical & Computer Engineering — ABET-accredited core engineering with research in microelectronics, communications and intelligent systems.
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