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Gulf Medical University

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Gulf Medical University (GMU), established in 1998, is a leading private health professions university in Ajman, UAE, and the flagship of the Thumbay Group. Located within Thumbay Medicity, it is an academic healthcare destination that integrates education, healthcare, and research. GMU is officially licensed by the UAE Ministry of Education, with all its programs accredited by the Commission for Academic Accreditation (CAA). The university offers a vast array of specialized programs through six colleges, including Medicine, Dentistry, Pharmacy, Health Sciences, Nursing, and Healthcare Management and Economics. Known for its innovation, GMU provides cutting-edge simulation centers, research laboratories, and clinical training at JCI-accredited Thumbay Hospitals. With a diverse student body representing over 96 nationalities, GMU fosters a multicultural learning environment dedicated to excellence in the medical field. Its research-led curriculum is benchmarked against global standards like the WFME, ensuring graduates are prepared for international licensing and successful global healthcare careers.

Accreditation

CAAMOEWFMEIBMSACPE

Campus & Amenities

Clinical Simulation CentersResearch LaboratoriesThumbay Dental HospitalThumbay Physical Therapy CenterStudent Happiness CenterOncampus CafeteriaSeparate Hostel for Male and Female studentsFree Transport to Hostels

Programs & Fees

Bachelors
Doctor of Medicine (MD)Bachelor of Biomedical Science (BBMS)Bachelor of Dental Surgery (BDS)Bachelor of Pharmacy (BPharm)Doctor of Pharmacy (PharmD)Bachelor of Physiotherapy (BPT)Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BSN)Bachelor of Science in Medical Laboratory SciencesBachelor of Science in Medical Imaging SciencesBachelor of Science in Anesthesia TechnologyBachelor of Science in Audiology and Speech Language PathologyBachelor of Science in OptometryBachelor of Science in Healthcare Management and EconomicsBachelor of Science in Applied AI in HealthcareDoctor of Veterinary Medicine (DVM)
AED 44,400 - 155,000 (Annual)
Masters
Master of Public Health (MPH)Master in Health Professions Education (MHPE)Master of Dental Surgery (MDS) in PeriodonticsMaster of Dental Surgery in EndodonticsMaster of Dental Surgery in OrthodonticsMaster in Clinical Pharmacy (MCP)Master of Physical Therapy (MPT)Master of Science in Medical UltrasoundMaster of Science in Drug Discovery and DevelopmentMaster of Science in Neonatal Critical Care NursingMaster in Healthcare Management and Economics
AED 52,000 - 115,800 (Annual/Program Total)
PhD
Doctor of Philosophy in Precision MedicineDual PhD in Health Professions Education
AED 157,500 (Annual)
Other
Higher Diploma in Pre-Clinical SciencesThumbay International Pathway ProgramDiploma in Dental AssistingDiploma in Pharmacy Technician

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Key Information

Acceptance Rate
Open
App Deadline
Rolling
Visa Support
Yes
Total Students
5,000+
Tuition (AED)
44,400 - 155,000 (Annual)
Tuition (INR)
11,32,200 - 39,52,500 (Annual)
App Fee
300
App Fee (INR)
7,650

Contact

admissions@gmu.ac.ae+971 6 7431333
Thumbay Medicity, Al Jurf 1, Ajman, Ajman, UAE

How to Apply to Gulf Medical University

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

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