Sorbonne University Abu Dhabi
At a glance
| Item | Detail |
|---|---|
| Name in Arabic | جامعة السوربون أبوظبي |
| Emirate | Abu Dhabi |
| Location | Al Reem Island, Abu Dhabi |
| Founded | 2006 |
| Type | Set up by agreement between Sorbonne University and the Government of Abu Dhabi |
| Website | www.sorbonne.ae |
| Licence | Active in the CAA register |
Source: Commission for Academic Accreditation: register entry, Sorbonne University Abu Dhabi5
Milestones
| Year | Milestone |
|---|---|
| 2006 | 100 students in six bachelor's programmes and an intensive French foundation programme |
| 2009 | Move to the Al Reem Island campus; first 76 graduates |
| 2011 | Official opening of the campus, with more than 93,000 m² of teaching, sports and housing facilities |
| 2013 | First science bachelor's programme, taught in English |
| 2018 | Renamed from Paris-Sorbonne University Abu Dhabi, following the parent university |
| 2020 | Sorbonne Centre for Artificial Intelligence opened, shared with Paris |
| 2025 | 223 graduates; 20 exchange partnerships and entry to Erasmus+ |
Source: Sorbonne University Abu Dhabi: 20 years of milestones2
Study
Programmes cover the humanities, law, sciences, data science for artificial intelligence, and economics and business.4
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.5
Sources
- Sorbonne University Abu Dhabi: About us (in Arabic)
- Sorbonne University Abu Dhabi: 20 years of milestones (PDF)
- Sorbonne University Abu Dhabi: University brochure (PDF)
- Sorbonne University Abu Dhabi: Choose the right university
- Commission for Academic Accreditation: register entry, Sorbonne University Abu Dhabi
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.