Universities

Saint Joseph University Dubai

Saint Joseph University Dubai (USJ Dubai) was established in 2008 as the international branch of Saint Joseph University of Beirut. It was founded through academic cooperation with the Government of Dubai to offer young Emiratis a Bachelor of Law under the Edaad for Leaders initiative. It is based in Dubai International Academic City.

Updated October 2026 · Figures checked 22 October 2026

Established: 2008¹; Established
Degree programmes: 3¹; Degree programmes

At a glance

At a glance
Item	Detail
Name in Arabic	جامعة القديس يوسف في دبي
Emirate	Dubai
Location	Block 11, Dubai International Academic City
Founded	2008
Type	Branch of Saint Joseph University of Beirut
Website	usj.edu.lb
Licence	Active in the CAA register

Source: Commission for Academic Accreditation: register entry, Saint Joseph University Dubai²

Programmes

Bachelor of Law
Master in Translation
LLM in Business Law

Source: Saint Joseph University Dubai: About¹

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.²

Sources

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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