Canadian University Dubai
At a glance
| Item | Detail |
|---|---|
| Name in Arabic | الجامعة الكندية في دبي |
| Emirate | Dubai |
| Location | City Walk, Dubai |
| Founded | 2006 |
| Type | Private university |
| Website | www.cud.ac.ae |
| Licence | Active in the CAA register |
Source: Commission for Academic Accreditation: register entry, Canadian University Dubai4
Study
The university has built a network of Canadian partner institutions and collaborates with universities across five continents. Teaching is organised in schools covering architecture and interior design, communication, creative industries, engineering and applied science, management, and health sciences.1,3
The university states that its only legal and physical campus is in Dubai and that it has no branches inside or outside the UAE.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.4
Sources
- Canadian University Dubai: Facts and history
- Canadian University Dubai: Graduate admissions
- Canadian University Dubai: Academic staff
- Commission for Academic Accreditation: register entry, Canadian University Dubai
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.