Doctorate programs in United Arab Emirates

Considering United Arab Emirates? There are doctorate programs to weigh up — compare fees, entry requirements and start dates before you apply.

Frequently Asked Questions

What degree levels can I study in United Arab Emirates?

Programs in United Arab Emirates are offered at these levels: Certificate, Diploma, Associate's Degree, Higher Diploma, Bachelor's Degree, Honours Degree, Master's Degree, Postgraduate Certificate, Postgraduate Diploma, Master of Business Administration, Doctorate. Pick a level from the browse links or the sidebar to see only those programs.

Which fields of study can I browse in United Arab Emirates?

Fields such as Business & Management, Law, Engineering & Technology each have their own browsable page for United Arab Emirates. Every curated field lists all matching programs with duration, tuition and intake details.

How much does it cost to study in United Arab Emirates?

Tuition varies widely by institution and degree level. Listings show local and international tuition where published — use the International Tuition filter to keep programs within your budget, and confirm current fees on each program's official page.

How do I choose the right program?

Start from the degree level you are aiming for, then narrow by field of study, language of instruction and duration. Open the details of your shortlisted programs to compare tuition, entry requirements and intake dates side by side.

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195 programs found

DOCTOR OF PHILOSOPHY IN COGNITIVE WARFARE AND STRATEGIC INFLUENCE

American University in the Emirates

Dubai, Dubai, United Arab Emirates

aue.ae University website (opens in a new tab)

Degree: Doctorate

Field: Law

Language: English

DOCTOR OF PHILOSOPHY IN NURSING

Ras al-Khaimah Medical and Health Sciences University

Ras Al Khaimah, Ras Al Khaimah, United Arab Emirates

rakmhsu.com University website (opens in a new tab)

Degree: Doctorate

Field: Health Sciences

Language: English

DOCTOR OF PHILOSOPHY IN APPLIED CRIMINOLOGY AND CRIMINAL JUSTICE

University of Sharjah QS 2027 #283 =

Sharjah, Sharjah, United Arab Emirates

sharjah.ac.ae University website (opens in a new tab)

Degree: Doctorate

Field: Law

Language: English

DOCTOR OF PHILOSOPHY IN ENGINEERING

Amity University Dubai

Dubai, Dubai, United Arab Emirates

amityuniversity.ae University website (opens in a new tab)

Degree: Doctorate

Field: Engineering & Technology

Language: English

EXECUTIVE DOCTORATE IN BUSINESS ADMINISTRATION

ESCP Business School – Dubai Campus

Dubai, Dubai, United Arab Emirates

escp.eu/campuses/dubai University website (opens in a new tab)

Degree: Doctorate

Field: Business & Management

Language: English

DOCTOR OF PHILOSOPHY IN EDUCATIONAL LEADERSHIP AND TECHNOLOGY

American University in the Emirates

Dubai, Dubai, United Arab Emirates

aue.ae University website (opens in a new tab)

Degree: Doctorate

Field: Education & Teaching

Language: English

DOCTOR OF PHILOSOPHY IN DIGITAL MEDIA AND POLITICAL COMMUNICATION

American University in the Emirates

Dubai, Dubai, United Arab Emirates

aue.ae University website (opens in a new tab)

Degree: Doctorate

Field: Communication Studies

Language: English

DOCTOR OF PHILOSOPHY IN SOCIOLOGY

Mohamed Bin Zayed University for Humanities

Abu Dhabi, Abu Dhabi, United Arab Emirates

mbzuh.ac.ae University website (opens in a new tab)

Degree: Doctorate

Field: Social & Cultural Studies

Language: English

DOCTOR OF PHILOSOPHY IN HUMAN COMPUTER INTERACTION

Mohamed bin Zayed University of Artificial Intelligence

Abu Dhabi, Abu Dhabi, United Arab Emirates

mbzuai.ac.ae University website (opens in a new tab)

Degree: Doctorate

Field: Computer Science & IT

Language: English

DOCTOR OF PHILOSOPHY IN COMPUTATIONAL BIOLOGY

Mohamed bin Zayed University of Artificial Intelligence

Abu Dhabi, Abu Dhabi, United Arab Emirates

mbzuai.ac.ae University website (opens in a new tab)

Degree: Doctorate

Field: Computer Science & IT

Language: English

DOCTOR OF PHILOSOPHY IN LAW

American University in the Emirates

Dubai, Dubai, United Arab Emirates

aue.ae University website (opens in a new tab)

Degree: Doctorate

Field: Law

Language: English

DOCTOR OF PHILOSOPHY

Manipal Academy of Higher Education Dubai

Dubai, Dubai, United Arab Emirates

manipaldubai.com University website (opens in a new tab)

Degree: Doctorate

Field: Philosophy & Ethics

Language: English

DOCTOR OF PHILOSOPHY IN TOLERANCE AND COEXISTENCE

Mohamed Bin Zayed University for Humanities

Abu Dhabi, Abu Dhabi, United Arab Emirates

mbzuh.ac.ae University website (opens in a new tab)

Degree: Doctorate

Field: Islamic & Quranic Studies

Language: English

DOCTORATE OF CLINICAL DENTISTRY IN PROSTHODONTICS

Ajman University QS 2027 #397

Ajman, Ajman, United Arab Emirates

ajman.ac.ae University website (opens in a new tab)

Degree: Doctorate

Field: Health Sciences

Language: English

DOCTORATE IN ISLAMIC STUDIES

Mohamed Bin Zayed University for Humanities

Abu Dhabi, Abu Dhabi, United Arab Emirates

mbzuh.ac.ae University website (opens in a new tab)

Degree: Doctorate

Field: Islamic & Quranic Studies

Language: English

DOCTOR OF PHILOSOPHY (FORENSIC SCIENCES)

Amity University Dubai

Dubai, Dubai, United Arab Emirates

amityuniversity.ae University website (opens in a new tab)

Degree: Doctorate

Field: Law

Language: English

DOCTOR OF PHILOSOPHY IN MANAGEMENT

Amity University Dubai

Dubai, Dubai, United Arab Emirates

amityuniversity.ae University website (opens in a new tab)

Degree: Doctorate

Field: Business & Management

Language: English

DOCTOR OF PHILOSOPHY (PHD) IN MANAGEMENT

Emirates Aviation University

Dubai, Dubai, United Arab Emirates

eau.ac.ae University website (opens in a new tab)

Degree: Doctorate

Field: Business & Management

Language: English

DOCTOR OF PHILOSOPHY (PHD) IN MATHEMATICS

Emirates Aviation University

Dubai, Dubai, United Arab Emirates

eau.ac.ae University website (opens in a new tab)

Degree: Doctorate

Field: Mathematics

Language: English

DOCTOR OF PHILOSOPHY IN ENERGY AND SUSTAINABILITY

Indian Institute of Technology Delhi – Abu Dhabi

Abu Dhabi, United Arab Emirates

abudhabi.iitd.ac.in University website (opens in a new tab)

Degree: Doctorate

Field: Engineering & Technology

Language: English

DOCTOR OF BUSINESS ADMINISTRATION

Heriot-Watt University Dubai

Dubai, Dubai, United Arab Emirates

hw.ac.uk/dubai.htm University website (opens in a new tab)

Degree: Doctorate

Field: Business & Management

Language: English

DOCTOR OF PHILOSOPHY IN ENGINEERING MANAGEMENT

The British University in Dubai

Dubai, Dubai, United Arab Emirates

buid.ac.ae University website (opens in a new tab)

Degree: Doctorate

Field: Engineering & Technology

Language: English

DOCTOR OF PHILOSOPHY IN PHARMACY AND PHARMACEUTICAL SCIENCES

Ras al-Khaimah Medical and Health Sciences University

Ras Al Khaimah, Ras Al Khaimah, United Arab Emirates

rakmhsu.com University website (opens in a new tab)

Degree: Doctorate

Field: Health Sciences

Language: English

DOCTOR OF BUSINESS ADMINISTRATION (OFFERED IN ENGLISH)

NeoHorizon School of Business

Dubai, Dubai, United Arab Emirates

nhsbedu.org University website (opens in a new tab)

Degree: Doctorate

Field: Business & Management

Language: English

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Doctorate programs in United Arab Emirates

Frequently Asked Questions

What degree levels can I study in United Arab Emirates?

Which fields of study can I browse in United Arab Emirates?

How much does it cost to study in United Arab Emirates?

How do I choose the right program?

DOCTOR OF PHILOSOPHY IN COGNITIVE WARFARE AND STRATEGIC INFLUENCE

DOCTOR OF PHILOSOPHY IN NURSING

DOCTOR OF PHILOSOPHY IN APPLIED CRIMINOLOGY AND CRIMINAL JUSTICE

DOCTOR OF PHILOSOPHY IN ENGINEERING

EXECUTIVE DOCTORATE IN BUSINESS ADMINISTRATION

DOCTOR OF PHILOSOPHY IN EDUCATIONAL LEADERSHIP AND TECHNOLOGY

DOCTOR OF PHILOSOPHY IN DIGITAL MEDIA AND POLITICAL COMMUNICATION

DOCTOR OF PHILOSOPHY IN SOCIOLOGY

DOCTOR OF PHILOSOPHY IN HUMAN COMPUTER INTERACTION

DOCTOR OF PHILOSOPHY IN COMPUTATIONAL BIOLOGY

DOCTOR OF PHILOSOPHY IN LAW

DOCTOR OF PHILOSOPHY

DOCTOR OF PHILOSOPHY IN TOLERANCE AND COEXISTENCE

DOCTORATE OF CLINICAL DENTISTRY IN PROSTHODONTICS

DOCTORATE IN ISLAMIC STUDIES

DOCTOR OF PHILOSOPHY (FORENSIC SCIENCES)

DOCTOR OF PHILOSOPHY IN MANAGEMENT

DOCTOR OF PHILOSOPHY (PHD) IN MANAGEMENT

DOCTOR OF PHILOSOPHY (PHD) IN MATHEMATICS

DOCTOR OF PHILOSOPHY IN ENERGY AND SUSTAINABILITY

DOCTOR OF BUSINESS ADMINISTRATION

DOCTOR OF PHILOSOPHY IN ENGINEERING MANAGEMENT

DOCTOR OF PHILOSOPHY IN PHARMACY AND PHARMACEUTICAL SCIENCES

DOCTOR OF BUSINESS ADMINISTRATION (OFFERED IN ENGLISH)

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