
Ras Al Khaimah Medical and Health Sciences University (RAKMHSU) is the first specialized medical and health sciences university in the UAE, established in 2006. Located in the heart of Ras Al Khaimah, it is a premier destination for healthcare education, boasting a 5-star rating from the QS International Rating system.
The university is licensed and accredited by the UAE Ministry of Education (MOE) and the Commission for Academic Accreditation (CAA). RAKMHSU offers a wide range of undergraduate and postgraduate programs across its colleges of Medicine, Dental Sciences, Pharmacy, and Nursing.
Notably, it was ranked among the Top 13 universities in the UAE and the 151-175 category in the THE Arab University Rankings 2026. The institution emphasizes a research-driven, practice-based approach, providing students with clinical exposure in top government and private hospitals.
With state-of-the-art labs, a diverse multicultural student body from over 40 countries, and a focus on global employability, RAKMHSU continues to lead in medical innovation and professional healthcare training in the region.
CAA, MOE, QS 5-Star, ACPE
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