Sorbonne University Abu Dhabi

Sorbonne University Abu Dhabi is a higher education institution that attracts the best students from the UAE and around the world. Established in 2006 as a result of an agreement between the Sorbonne University in Paris and the Government of Abu Dhabi, Sorbonne University Abu Dhabi offers the very best in international higher education. Our students benefit from 760 years of academic excellence and learn on a state-of-the-art campus on Al Reem Island in Abu Dhabi.

Our degrees are issued by Sorbonne University in the fields of Sciences, Humanities, Languages and Social Sciences and by Université Paris Cité for Law, Management and Economics. All our degrees are recognised globally following the European Credit Transfer and Accumulation System (ECTS) and officially accredited by the UAE’s Commission for Academic Accreditation (CAA).

In keeping with our philosophy of providing a world-class education, the university maintains a selective admissions process to ensure a rigorous academic experience and to preserve small classes for an individual approach to learning. At present, there are over 2,800 graduates from over 90 nationalities. We are committed to promoting dialogue and ideas between different cultures and fostering a close-knit community on campus. Visit our Student Life page for more information.

History

Our university was established in May 2006 under the patronage of His Highness Sheikh Mohammed bin Zayed Al Nahyan, President of the United Arab Emirates and Ruler of Abu Dhabi, the Department of Education and Knowledge (ADEK) and Sorbonne University, as part of the Emirate’s vision for academic and cultural growth.

This historic agreement represented a shared vision between the UAE Government and Sorbonne University in Paris to bring world-class standards of French education to the Middle East. Sorbonne University and Université Paris Cité were all signatories to the agreement to establish the Abu Dhabi campus and to provide specialised undergraduate and postgraduate academic programs and lifelong learning programs.

In December 2009, Sorbonne University Abu Dhabi moved into its purpose-built, permanent campus on Al Reem Island in Abu Dhabi including over 93,000m2 of teaching, recreational and accommodation facilities. This included a library, a 700-seat auditorium, a sports centre and a cafeteria.

The university is always committed to Abu Dhabi’s vision of creating a cultural and scientific hub and expanding its outreach to students locally and across the world.

Key Facts

• Established: 30 May 2006
• Patronage: Sheikh Mohammed bin Zayed Al Nahyan, President of the United Arab Emirates and Ruler of Abu Dhabi
• Motto: A bridge between civilisations
• Affiliations: Sorbonne University and Université Paris Cité
• Accreditation: UAE Ministry of Education, French Ministry of Higher Education, Research and Innovation
• Subjects: Humanities, Sciences, Languages and Social Sciences
• Teaching language: French, English, Arabic
• System: European Credit Transfer System (ECTS)
• Student diversity: over 60 Nationalities (more than 60% of the graduates are UAE Nationals)

Postgraduate Application Requirements

• Personal Statement
• Detailed resume (CV)
• A recognized bachelor’s degree earned in a discipline appropriate for the prospective graduate degree, with a minimum cumulative grade point average (CGPA) of 3.0 on a 4.0 scale or its established equivalent;
• Undergraduate (Bachelor) Transcripts
• High School Diploma/ Certificate
• Language Proficiency Test for prorgams taught in English and for French-taught prorgams
  
  • A minimum score of 1400 on the English language portion of the EmSAT examination
  • TOEFL score of 550 (213 CBT, 79 iBT)
  • 6.0 IELTS academic (English prorgams)
  • DELF/ TCF Level B2 (For the Mater in Teaching French as a Foreign Language)
• Experience Letter (3 to 5 years of related experience for Master in Marketing, Management, Communication, Media and Master in Urban Planning and Development)
• Passport Copy

For UAE Nationals

• Passport copy along with Ethbarah and unified number page
• Copy of Family book
• Emirates ID on both sides

For International Students (UAE residents)

• UAE Visa copy
• Emirates ID on both sides

For applicants residing outside the UAE

• Passport copy
• Coloured passport photo
• International medical insurance valid in the UAE
• Fill up the personal information form
• Student visa

Sorbonne Abu Dhabi is centrally located on Al Reem Island on a state-of-the-art campus. Offering students a world-class education within a culturally diverse environment, the university continues to make a remarkable impact on higher education for students from all over the world.

At the heart of the UAE is Abu Dhabi, the country’s capital and cultural hub. Offering students a unique blend of tradition and modernity, Abu Dhabi is one of the World’s fastest-growing economies and is continually diversifying. This has widened Abu Dhabi’s appeal for students and graduates as dynamic career opportunities across many different industries become more widely available.

Every year, our campus welcomes students from around the world and celebrates cultural diversity since 2006. Our Student Affairs Department goes to great lengths throughout the year to ensure the student campus experience is inclusive, friendly and feels like home. Cultural events, theatrical performances, musical gatherings and workshops are a few of the exciting experiences students can partake in during the year.

Studying in the UAE is an enriching experience. Students experience a unique lifestyle in a bustling city combined with a world-class education opening our students to a world of new possibilities and experiences from internationally-acclaimed museums, sports events, cultural festivals, music events, historic forts, beaches and rich local history. The sweeping Abu Dhabi desert is also within an hour’s drive for those who like to take a step back in time.

For Parents who are looking for a safe, cosmopolitan location where their children can earn a quality education, Sorbonne Abu Dhabi offers a world like no other.