Abu Dhabi University
At a glance
| Item | Detail |
|---|---|
| Name in Arabic | جامعة أبوظبي |
| Emirate | Abu Dhabi |
| Location | Abu Dhabi, Al Ain and Dubai |
| Founded | 2003 |
| Type | Private university |
| Website | www.adu.ac.ae |
| Licence | Active in the CAA register |
Source: Commission for Academic Accreditation: register entry, Abu Dhabi University5
Campuses
| Campus | Opened | Size |
|---|---|---|
| Al Ain | 2003 | 7,500 m² |
| Khalifa City, Abu Dhabi | 2006 | 368,000 m² |
| Dubai Knowledge Park | 2017 | 8,000 m² |
Source: Abu Dhabi University: Our campuses1
Colleges
The university opened in 2003 with a College of Business and a College of Arts and Sciences in Abu Dhabi and Al Ain. A College of Engineering followed in 2007 and a College of Law in 2016.2
Before you rely on a degree
An active institutional licence does not mean every programme is accredited. Check the exact programme in the CAA register before enrolling, or before relying on a degree when hiring.5
Sources
- Abu Dhabi University: Our campuses
- Abu Dhabi University: Parents portal
- Abu Dhabi University: Postgraduate handbook, About ADU
- Abu Dhabi University: Sustainability, SDG 11.2
- Commission for Academic Accreditation: register entry, Abu Dhabi University
Figures checked 22 October 2026. Prepared by Invest-Emirates.ae for general information. It is not investment, tax or legal advice; please confirm details with a qualified adviser before acting.