Mohamed bin Zayed University for Humanities
At a glance
| Item | Detail |
|---|---|
| Name in Arabic | جامعة محمد بن زايد للعلوم الإنسانية |
| Emirate | Abu Dhabi |
| Location | Abu Dhabi, with branches in Ajman and Al Dhafra |
| Founded | 2020 |
| Type | Public university established by Abu Dhabi law |
| Website | www.mbzuh.ac.ae |
| Licence | Active in the CAA register |
Source: Commission for Academic Accreditation: register entry, Mohamed bin Zayed University for Humanities4
Campuses
The headquarters and main campus are in Abu Dhabi City, with branches in Ajman and in the Al Dhafra Region. The Al Dhafra campus opened in 2026.3
Quality reviews
In April 2026 the UK Quality Assurance Agency published an international quality accreditation report on the university. The report notes that it is provisionally accredited by the CAA, and that 11 new programmes had received local regulatory approval.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
- Abu Dhabi Media Office: Khalifa bin Zayed issues law to establish the Mohamed bin Zayed University for Humanities (16 November 2020)
- Abu Dhabi Official Gazette, 31 October 2020: Law No. 20 of 2020 (PDF)
- QAA: International quality accreditation of Mohamed Bin Zayed University for Humanities (April 2026, PDF)
- Commission for Academic Accreditation: register entry, Mohamed bin Zayed University for Humanities
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.