Dubai Police Academy

Dubai, United Arab Emirates

Updated May 2026

Overview

English Name: Dubai Police Academy
Control Type: Public

Dubai Police Academy runs as a public institution in Dubai, United Arab Emirates. The institution functions as a higher-education provider within the United Arab Emirates's higher-education sector.

Teaching at Dubai Police Academy covers bachelor's through doctoral programmes, delivered through several faculties. The institution maintains a focused programme catalogue spanning undergraduate and postgraduate routes.

Location & Contact

Dubai Police Academy's on-the-ground location and digital channels to engage with the institution. Library access for prospective students is often arranged separately through the main library team.

Academic Details

The figures below cover Dubai Police Academy's academic scale, faculty depth, and recognised standing. Treat the enrolment count as a point-in-time snapshot; trends require multi-year comparison.

Accrediting Agency: Commission for Academic Accreditation - CAA

Degrees

Dubai Police Academy's degree range. Credit-recognition across borders depends on the level and the qualification framework; check whether your home system accepts Dubai Police Academy's credits.

Bachelor's 2 programs

Bachelor's programmes build foundational expertise, preparing graduates for entry-level professional roles and further postgraduate study.

  • Criminology
  • Law
Master's 7 programs

Master's programmes develop advanced specialised expertise, suited to senior industry positions and applied research.

  • Commercial Law
  • Human Rights
  • Law
  • Management
  • Police Studies
  • Private Law
  • Public Law
Doctoral 4 programs

Doctoral programmes train independent researchers, leading to academic, scientific, and senior advisory careers.

  • Criminal Law
  • Police Studies
  • Private Law
  • Public Law

Faculties & Divisions

Dubai Police Academy's academic units and the subject areas each covers are listed below. Use this view to locate the faculty handling your subject — admissions and scholarship contact points often sit at the faculty level.

Law and Police Science (College) 2 subjects offered

Specialisations & Subjects

  • Law
  • Police Studies

Common Career Paths

  • Lawyer
  • Legal Consultant
  • Compliance Officer

Illustrative career directions for this field; specific outcomes depend on programme and student choices.

Post-Graduate Studies (College) 9 subjects offered

Specialisations & Subjects

  • Commercial Law
  • Criminal Law
  • Criminology
  • Human Rights
  • Law
  • Management
  • Police Studies
  • Private Law
  • Public Law

Programs Offered

The full set of programmes Dubai Police Academy offers is searchable and grouped by level below. Some programmes accept rolling applications; others run on annual cycles — check before applying.

29 programmes on record. Each level below shows a sample. Compare these on the programs page All programs in United Arab Emirates

Bachelor's Degree 4 programmes

BACHELOR IN LAW
Law · English
BACHELOR OF LAW AND POLICE SCIENCES
Law · English
BACHELOR OF SECURITY AND CRIMINAL SCIENCES
Social & Cultural Studies · English
Bachelor's Degree in LICENSE IN LAW
Law · English

Master's Degree 14 programmes

MASTER IN CYBERSECURITY
Computer Science & IT · English
MASTER IN INTELLECTUAL PROPERTY LAW
Law · English
MASTER IN SECURITY CRISIS MANAGEMENT
Law · English
MASTER OF CRIMINAL SCIENCES
Law · English
MASTER OF HUMAN RIGHTS
Social & Cultural Studies · English
MASTER OF LAW AND ENVIRONMENT
Law · English
MASTER OF LAW IN CRIMINAL SCIENCES
Law · English
MASTER OF LAW IN GENERAL LAW
Law · English
MASTER OF LAW IN INTERNATIONAL INVESTMENTS AND COMMERCIAL LAW
Law · English
MASTER OF LAW IN PRIVATE LAW
Law · English

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Doctorate 2 programmes

DOCTOR OF CRIMINAL LAW
Law · English
DOCTOR OF PHILOSOPHY IN CRIMINAL INVESTIGATION
Social & Cultural Studies · English

Diploma 2 programmes

Diploma in Police Sciences
Natural Sciences

Programme website (opens in a new tab)

DIPLOMA IN RESIDENCE AND NATURALIZATION
Public Administration · English

Higher Diploma 2 programmes

Higher Diploma in General Law
Law

Programme website (opens in a new tab)

Higher Diploma in Private Law
Civil & Private Law

Programme website (opens in a new tab)

Postgraduate Diploma 5 programmes

DIPLOMA IN POLICE SCIENCES
Social & Cultural Studies · English
HIGHER DIPLOMA IN GENERAL LAW
Law · English
HIGHER DIPLOMA IN PRIVATE LAW
Law · English
POSTGRADUATE DIPLOMA IN CRIMINAL SCIENCES
Social & Cultural Studies · English
POSTGRADUATE DIPLOMA IN POLICE SCIENCES - CRIMINAL INVESTIGATION
Law · English

How to apply to Dubai Police Academy

What applying to Dubai Police Academy typically involves — research, eligibility check, document prep, submission, and follow-up.

  1. 1
    Find a programme that fits your goals

    Start by exploring the programmes section on this page. Dubai Police Academy runs 29 active programmes across multiple degree levels. Narrow by qualification tier and read each programme description before shortlisting.

  2. 2
    Confirm you meet the requirements

    Before applying to Dubai Police Academy, confirm you meet the academic, language, and document requirements for your chosen programme. International applicants should also check visa eligibility for United Arab Emirates.

  3. 3
    Assemble your application package

    Standard documents: official transcripts, identity proof, language test results, personal statement, and references. Confirm exact requirements with Dubai Police Academy's admissions office before assembling, as expectations vary by programme.

  4. 4
    Submit your application

    Lodge your application through the official website (www.dubaipolice.ac.ae). Online forms are the standard route. Save your draft frequently and submit before the programme deadline.

  5. 5
    Contact admissions and follow up

    Verify your application has been received by the admissions team. Monitor the portal for status updates, interview invitations, or document requests, and respond within the stated deadlines.

Frequently Asked Questions about Dubai Police Academy

Frequently asked questions about Dubai Police Academy, covering the institutional basics most prospective applicants want to confirm first.

Where can I find Dubai Police Academy?

The institution is located in Dubai, United Arab Emirates.

Is Dubai Police Academy a public or private institution?

Dubai Police Academy operates as a public institution.

What degrees does Dubai Police Academy offer?

Dubai Police Academy offers bachelor's, master's and doctoral programmes.

Who recognises Dubai Police Academy?

Dubai Police Academy is accredited by Commission for Academic Accreditation - CAA.

How do I find Dubai Police Academy online?

Dubai Police Academy's official website is www.dubaipolice.ac.ae.

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