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University of Khorfakkan

Sharjah
Competitive
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About

The University of Khorfakkan (UKF) is a premier non-profit public institution in Sharjah, established in 2022 by His Highness Sheikh Dr. Sultan bin Mohammed Al Qasimi. Located in the picturesque coastal city of Khorfakkan, UKF is licensed by the UAE Ministry of Education and its programs are accredited by the Commission for Academic Accreditation (CAA). The university serves as a national hub for Marine Sciences and Aquatic Biology, alongside specialized colleges in Law, Business Administration, Computing, and Arts & Humanities. UKF is dedicated to providing high-impact research and practice-oriented education, featuring state-of-the-art laboratories and a specialized Marine Science Research Center. With a focus on sustainability, innovation, and community service, the university prepares a new generation of leaders to excel in the global knowledge economy. By offering locally relevant and internationally recognized degrees, the University of Khorfakkan fosters academic excellence and professional success for students in the Northern Emirates and beyond.

Accreditation

CAAMOENQC

Campus & Amenities

Marine Science Research CenterSpecialized Analytics LabsSmart ClassroomsStudent CenterSports FacilitiesHightech LibraryOncampus DormitoriesHealth ClinicTransport Services

Programs & Fees

Bachelors
Bachelor of Science in Marine Science and Aquatic BiologyBachelor of Business Administration (BBA) with concentrations in FinanceMarketingHRMand International BusinessBachelor of Law (LLB)Bachelor of Science in Computer ScienceBachelor of Science in Information SystemsBachelor of Science in Software EngineeringBachelor of Science in Civil EngineeringBachelor of Science in Electrical EngineeringBachelor of Science in Mechanical EngineeringBachelor of Arts in English Language and LiteratureBachelor of Arts in HistoryBachelor of Arts in Sociology
AED 32,000 - 45,000 (Annual Estimate)
Masters
Master of Business Administration (MBA)MSc in Marine BiologyMSc in OceanographyMSc in Civil EngineeringMSc in Electrical EngineeringMSc in Mechanical EngineeringMSc in Computer ScienceMSc in Information SystemsMA in English Language and LiteratureMA in HistoryMSc in Environmental ScienceMSc in Chemistry
AED 45,000 - 55,000 (Annual Estimate)
PhD
PhD in Engineering (CivilElectricalMechanical)PhD in Computer SciencePhD in Marine BiologyPhD in OceanographyPhD in English Language and LiteraturePhD in HistoryPhD in ChemistryPhD in Environmental Science
AED 50,000 - 60,000 (Annual Estimate)
Other
Professional Qualifications via Upskilling Center

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Key Information

Acceptance Rate
Competitive
App Deadline
Rolling
Visa Support
Yes
Tuition (AED)
32,000 - 45,000 (Annual Estimate)
Tuition (INR)
8,16,000 - 11,47,500 (Annual Estimate)
App Fee
250
App Fee (INR)
6,375

Contact

admission@ukf.ac.ae+971 9 203 1111
218, Sheikh Khalid Bin Mohammed Al Qasimi Street, Al Jarradya, Khor Fakkan, Sharjah, UAE

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