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Dubai National University

Dubai National University was established by Dubai Law No. 17 of 2024, issued by Sheikh Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum as Ruler of Dubai. He announced the university with an investment of AED 4.5 billion as a strategic project of the Dubai Social Agenda 33.

Updated October 2026 · Figures checked 22 October 2026

Established by Dubai law
20241
Established by Dubai law
Announced investment
AED 4.5bn2
Announced investment

Dubai National University

At a glance

At a glance
Item Detail
Name in Arabic جامعة دبي الوطنية
Emirate Dubai
Location Dubai
Founded 2024
Type Public university of the Government of Dubai
Website Not published
Licence Active in the CAA register

Source: Commission for Academic Accreditation: register entry, Dubai National University3

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.3

Sources

  1. Dubai Legislation Portal: Law No. 17 of 2024 Establishing the Dubai National University
  2. General Secretariat of the Executive Council of Dubai: Mohammed bin Rashid announces Dubai National University
  3. Commission for Academic Accreditation: register entry, Dubai National 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.

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