Al Qasimia University
At a glance
| Item | Detail |
|---|---|
| Name in Arabic | الجامعة القاسمية |
| Emirate | Sharjah |
| Location | University City, Muwaileh, Sharjah |
| Founded | 2013 |
| Type | Non-profit Islamic-Arabic university established by Sharjah Emiri decree |
| Website | www.alqasimia.ac.ae |
| Licence | Active in the CAA register |
Source: Commission for Academic Accreditation: register entry, Al Qasimia University6
Status and admissions
The 2013 decree set the university up as a non-profit independent entity headquartered in the city of Sharjah, able to open branches at home and abroad. Its admission rules give priority to students from outside the UAE, who are admitted on full scholarships; students from within the UAE may be admitted where seats allow.2,4
Colleges
- College of the Holy Quran
- College of Sharia and Islamic Studies
- College of Arts and Humanities
- College of Communication
- College of Economics and Management
Source: Al Qasimia University: University guide; ARN News Centre: Sharjah Ruler approves 470 scholarships for new academic year3,5
The colleges are separate for male and female students. The university guide lists 1,349 students and 67 faculty members.3
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.6
Sources
- Al Qasimia University: AQU at a glance
- Al Qasimia University: Decree No. 2 of 2013 establishing the university (April 2013)
- Al Qasimia University: University guide (PDF)
- Al Qasimia University: Bachelor admission requirements
- ARN News Centre: Sharjah Ruler approves 470 scholarships for new academic year
- Commission for Academic Accreditation: register entry, Al Qasimia 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.