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Al Wasl University

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Al Wasl University, formerly known as the Islamic and Arabic Studies College in Dubai, is a prestigious non-profit higher education institution founded in 1986 by His Excellency Juma Al Majid. Strategically located in the heart of Dubai, the university is dedicated to the preservation of national, Arab, and Islamic identity through academic excellence. It offers a specialized range of accredited undergraduate and postgraduate programs in Islamic Studies, Arabic Language and Literature, and Library and Information Sciences. Al Wasl University is renowned for its commitment to community service and for fostering a multicultural environment, welcoming students from over 120 nationalities. With a focus on scientific research and human development, the university provides state-of-the-art facilities, including specialized research centers and a comprehensive digital library. Its mission is to produce graduates who are deeply rooted in their heritage while equipped with the modern skills necessary to meet the evolving demands of the global job market.

Accreditation

CAA

Campus & Amenities

Digital LibraryResearch CentersIT LaboratoriesStudent CouncilMedical UnitCafeteriaPrayer Rooms

Programs & Fees

Bachelors
Bachelor in Islamic StudiesBachelor in Arabic Language and LiteratureBachelor in Library and Information Sciences
AED 80,640 (Total based on 128 credit hours at 630 AED/hour)
Masters
Master in Islamic Studies (specializing in Fiqh and its Fundamentals)Master of Arabic Language and Literature (Linguistic Studies)Master of Arabic Language and Literature (Literary and Critical Studies)
AED 26,460 (Total based on 42 credit hours at 630 AED/hour)
PhD
Doctorate of Philosophy in Islamic Jurisprudence and its FoundationsDoctor of Philosophy in Linguistic StudiesDoctor of Philosophy in Arabic Literary and Critical Studies
AED 35,280 (Total based on 56 credit hours at 630 AED/hour)
Other
Injaz Achievement Program

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Key Information

Acceptance Rate
Open
App Deadline
Rolling
Visa Support
Yes
Total Students
1,315
Tuition (AED)
80,640 (Total based on 128 credit hours at 630 AED/hour)
Tuition (INR)
20,56,320 (Total based on 3,264 credit hours at 16,065 AED/hour)
App Fee
367.5
App Fee (INR)
9,31289.5

Contact

student.admission@alwasl.ac.ae+971 4 412 8777
22 Za'abeel Road, Al Karama, Dubai, Dubai, UAE

How to Apply to Al Wasl University

Apply to Al Wasl University through UAE College — upload your documents once and apply to multiple universities simultaneously. Al Wasl University has waived application fees for UAE College applicants.

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