Khalifa University

Overview

English Name: Khalifa University of Science and Technology

Local Name: جامعة خليفة

Acronyms: KUSTAR

Founded: 2007

Control Type: Private

World Rank: #607

Rank in United Arab Emirates: #3

Motto: Nurturing tomorrow's leaders. Growing the knowledge Economy

Colours: Blue, green, yellow and red

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Founded in 2007, the Khalifa University is a private higher education institution located in the urban setting of the large city of Abu Dhabi (population range of 500,000-1,000,000 inhabitants).

This institution also has a branch campus in Sharjah. Officially licensed by the Ministry of Education of the United Arab Emirates, Khalifa University (KUSTAR) is a small-sized coeducational Emirati higher education institution.

Khalifa University (KUSTAR) offers courses and programs leading to officially recognized higher education degrees such as bachelor's degrees in several areas of study. This 17-year-old Emirati higher-education institution has a selective admission policy based on entrance examinations and students' past academic records and grades.

The acceptance rate range is 0-9% making this Emirati higher education organization an extremely selective institution.

International students are welcome to apply for enrollment. KUSTAR also provides several academic and non-academic facilities and services to students including a library, financial aids and/or scholarships, as well as administrative services.

Location & Contact

Location pin, postal address, phone, email, website, and social profiles for Khalifa University. Always verify channels through the official domain to avoid third-party impersonators.

Academic Details

Khalifa University at the institutional level: enrolment, staffing, and accreditation summary. Accreditation has expiry and renewal cycles worth checking on the awarding body site for currency.

Academic Structures

Khalifa University's academic backbone. Endowed schools (named after donors) may differ from general units in funding levels, scholarships available, and curriculum focus.

Degrees

Also Doctor of Medicine Program

Faculties & Divisions

All faculties operate under Ministry of Education of the United Arab Emirates.

Programs Offered

Below: Khalifa University's programme list by level. Programme intakes vary — some offer multiple entry points per year (Sep, Jan, May), others a single annual intake.

How to apply to Khalifa University

Practical steps to apply to Khalifa University, suitable as a starting checklist before contacting the admissions team directly.

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   Browse the programme catalogue

   Start by exploring the programmes section on this page. Khalifa University runs 77 active programmes across multiple degree levels. Narrow by qualification tier and read each programme description before shortlisting.

2. 2
   Check eligibility for your chosen programme

   Before applying to Khalifa University, 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
   Get your documents ready

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

4. 4
   Apply through the official channel

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

5. 5
   Reach out and track your application

   Verify your application has been received by the admissions team. You can reach the institution by email at [email protected] or by phone at +971 (6) 561 1333. Monitor the portal for status updates, interview invitations, or document requests, and respond within the stated deadlines.

Frequently Asked Questions about Khalifa University

The questions below summarise Khalifa University's vital institutional details — useful as a quick reference before drilling into specific sections.

Faculties at Nearby Universities

Universities near Khalifa University often have cross-enrolment or visiting-student arrangements that let students take modules at the partner institution. Worth checking if subject coverage at Khalifa University is narrow in your area.

New York University Abu Dhabi

Abu Dhabi · Private · Rank #507

MO

Mohamed bin Zayed University of Artificial Intelligence

Abu Dhabi · Rank #536

Abu Dhabi University

Abu Dhabi · Private · Rank #2789

Rabdan Academy

Abu Dhabi · Public · Rank #2882

Sorbonne University Abu Dhabi

Abu Dhabi · Private · Est. 2006

Where Else to Study Engineering & Technology

Capstone projects versus dissertation requirements differ across Engineering & Technology programmes. The output type (project, thesis, portfolio) affects what you can show graduate schools or employers afterward.

United Arab Emirates University

Al Ain · Public · Rank #731

University of Sharjah

Sharjah · Private · Rank #930

Zayed University

Dubai · Public · Rank #1291

American University of Sharjah

Sharjah · Private · Rank #1487

BI

BITS Pilani Dubai Campus

Dubai · Private · Rank #1646

Universities Often Compared with Khalifa University

Peer cohort post-graduation outcomes — employment rates, graduate-school placement, salary data — often track closely across institutions at Khalifa University's level. Comparable cohorts tend to land in comparable places.

Ben-Gurion University of the Negev

Beer Sheva · Public · Rank #597

King Fahd University of Petroleum and Minerals

Dhahran · Public · Rank #580

HA

Hamad Bin Khalifa University

Doha · Public · Rank #556

Princess Nora bint Abdulrahman University

Riyadh · Public · Rank #681

Bar-Ilan University

Ramat Gan · Public · Rank #716