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General admission requirements
The University of Sharjah considers applicants who meet its academic and conduct requirements, regardless of nationality, colour, religion or disability. Admission is competitive and subject to the approved capacity of each program. Priority is given to UAE nationals and applicants with higher secondary-school results.
- Applicants must complete at least 12 years of schooling and hold a secondary-school certificate, or an accepted equivalent, from a recognized institution. Professional diploma certificates do not qualify for undergraduate admission.
- The secondary-school certificate must ordinarily have been obtained within three years before joining the University. For Medicine and Dental Medicine, the stated period is one year.
- Applicants must not have been dismissed from the University of Sharjah or another institution for academic or disciplinary reasons.
- Applicants must meet the health and immunization requirements applicable to their intended program.
- Applicants may state their programs in order of preference. Meeting the minimum requirements does not guarantee admission.
- Applicants completing secondary school may receive a conditional offer pending final results and fulfilment of all stated conditions.
Applicants educated outside the UAE must have attended a school recognized by the education authority in the country of study. Required certificate attestation and equivalency documents are listed in Step 03.
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School curriculum requirements
Select the certificate you hold. Read this section alongside the criteria for your intended program.
UAE General Secondary School Certificate
Certificate requirements
Applicants with a UAE General Secondary School Certificate must meet the minimum average and track for their intended program. The college criteria below give the complete program-specific requirements.
Program-specific requirements
Medicine and Dental Medicine
Medicine: 95% in the Elite, Advanced or Scientific track; competitive admission.
Dental Medicine: 85% in the Elite, Advanced or Scientific track.
- Mathematics: at least 90%.
- Two sciences from Chemistry, Biology and Physics: at least 90% in each.
Pharmacy
85% in the Elite, Advanced or Scientific track.
- Mathematics: at least 80%.
- Two sciences from Chemistry, Biology and Physics: at least 80% in each.
Medicine applicants must have obtained their secondary-school certificate in the UAE and meet the separate Medicine admission requirements.
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American High School Diploma
Certificate requirements
- Complete 12 years of schooling and at least six subjects across Mathematics, Sciences, Social and Human Sciences, and Languages. English is required. The diploma must be attested and equated by the UAE Ministry of Education.
- Grade 12 subjects determine the Science or Arts track and overall percentage. The Science track requires at least two science subjects and Mathematics in Grade 12.
The three programs below require the Scientific or Advanced track, or its equivalent.
Program-specific requirements
Medicine and Dental Medicine
Medicine: 95%; competitive admission.
Dental Medicine: 85%.
Year-based system:
- Mathematics: at least 90% or grade A in Grade 12.
- Two sciences from Chemistry, Biology and Physics: at least 90% or grade A in each, in Grade 12.
Credit-hour system:
- Grade 12: Mathematics and either Chemistry or Biology, each at least 90% or grade A.
- Earlier high-school year: one further science from Chemistry, Biology or Physics at least 90% or grade A.
Pharmacy
85%.
Year-based system:
- Mathematics: at least 80% or grade B in Grade 12.
- Two sciences from Chemistry, Biology and Physics: at least 80% or grade B in each, in Grade 12.
Credit-hour system:
- Grade 12: Mathematics and either Chemistry or Biology, each at least 80% or grade B.
- Earlier high-school year: one further science from Chemistry, Biology or Physics at least 80% or grade B.
Medicine applicants must have obtained their secondary-school certificate in the UAE and meet the separate Medicine admission requirements.
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Australian High School Certificate
Certificate requirements
- Complete 12 years of schooling and at least six subjects across Mathematics, Sciences, Social and Human Sciences, and Languages. English is required. The certificate must be attested and equated by the UAE Ministry of Education.
- Grade 12 subjects determine the track and percentage. The Science track requires at least two science subjects and Mathematics.
The three programs below require the Scientific or Advanced track (ATAR or equivalent).
Program-specific requirements
Medicine and Dental Medicine
Medicine: 95%; competitive admission.
Dental Medicine: 85%.
- Mathematics: at least 90% or grade A in Grade 12.
- Two sciences from Chemistry, Biology and Physics: at least 90% or grade A in each, in Grade 12.
Pharmacy
85%.
- Mathematics: at least 80% or grade B in Grade 12.
- Two sciences from Chemistry, Biology and Physics: at least 80% or grade B in each, in Grade 12.
Medicine applicants must have obtained their secondary-school certificate in the UAE and meet the separate Medicine admission requirements.
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British Curriculum (IGCSE, GCSE, GCE)
Certificate requirements
- Complete Grade 12 or Year 13. The certificate must be attested and equated by the UAE Ministry of Education. Predicted grades may support early conditional admission, subject to qualifying final results.
- The University calculates the average using the highest seven subjects: five O Levels at grade C or higher plus two AS Levels at grade D or higher; or six O Levels at grade C or higher plus one A Level at grade E or higher. The University’s grading scale determines the equivalent percentage.
- These subjects must span at least four academic domains: Sciences, Mathematics, Languages, Social and Human Sciences, and the Arts. The Science track requires two sciences and Mathematics across O, AS or A Level.
Program-specific requirements
Medicine and Dental Medicine
Medicine: 95% equivalent; competitive admission.
Dental Medicine: 85% equivalent.
- Mathematics and two sciences from Chemistry, Biology and Physics: grade A or higher across O, AS or A Level.
- Chemistry or Biology (or both): AS Level grade A or A Level grade B or higher.
Pharmacy
85% equivalent.
- Mathematics and two sciences from Chemistry, Biology and Physics: grade B or higher across O, AS or A Level.
- Chemistry or Biology (or both): AS Level grade B or A Level grade C or higher.
Medicine applicants must have obtained their secondary-school certificate in the UAE and meet the separate Medicine admission requirements.
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International Baccalaureate (IB) Diploma
Certificate requirements
- Hold the full IB Diploma after at least 12 years of schooling. It must be attested and equated by the UAE Ministry of Education.
- Complete six subjects across Mathematics, Sciences, Social and Human Sciences, and Languages, including at least three at Higher Level. A minimum of 24 out of 45 points is required; the overall equivalent percentage is determined from the points achieved.
- The Science track requires Mathematics and two science subjects.
Program-specific requirements
Medicine and Dental Medicine
Medicine: 35 out of 45 points; competitive admission.
Dental Medicine: 29 out of 45 points.
- Mathematics and two sciences from Chemistry, Biology and Physics: grade 5 at Higher Level or grade 6 at Standard Level in each.
- Chemistry or Biology: one of these must be at Higher Level.
Pharmacy
29 out of 45 points.
- Mathematics and two sciences from Chemistry, Biology and Physics: grade 5 at Higher Level or Standard Level in each.
- Chemistry or Biology: one of these must be at Higher Level.
Medicine applicants must have obtained their secondary-school certificate in the UAE and meet the separate Medicine admission requirements.
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Indian or Pakistani Board Certificate
Certificate requirements
- Complete at least 12 years of schooling and hold a Higher Secondary School Certificate. The intended program’s equivalent minimum average must be met.
- The certificate must be attested and equated by the UAE Ministry of Education. Submit officially attested graduation certificates and transcripts for Grades 10 and 12.
- Scientific programs require the Scientific or Engineering track. For the programs below, applicants must have followed the Scientific or Medical track in Higher Secondary education.
Program-specific requirements
Medicine and Dental Medicine
Medicine: Meet the Medicine program minimum after UAE equivalency; competitive admission.
Dental Medicine: Meet the Dental Medicine program minimum after UAE equivalency.
Study Chemistry and Biology in Higher Secondary education. Check the equivalent overall minimum in the college criteria below.
Pharmacy
Meet the Pharmacy program minimum after UAE equivalency.
Study Chemistry and Biology in Higher Secondary education. Check the equivalent overall minimum in the college criteria below.
Medicine applicants must have obtained their secondary-school certificate in the UAE and meet the separate Medicine admission requirements.
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Minimum admission criteria by college
Select the college offering your intended program, then locate the program in its table. The minimum average, required subjects and test scores appear in the same row. A dash indicates that no additional subject grade or admission test is listed.
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College of Arts, Humanities and Social Sciences
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| Minimum average70% in all tracks | Required school subjects- | Required test- |
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| Minimum average70% in all tracks | Required school subjects70% in French | Required test DELF A1 may be presented in place of the specified 70% French subject grade. |
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| Minimum average70% in all tracks | Required school subjects- | Required test
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| Minimum average70% in all tracks | Required school subjects- | Required test
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College of Business Administration
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| Minimum average70% in all tracks | Required school subjects- | Required test
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College of Communication
| Programs | Minimum average | Required school subjects | Required test |
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Programs
| Minimum average70% in all tracks | Required school subjects- | Required test
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Programs
| Minimum average70% in all tracks | Required school subjects- | Required test
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College of Computing and Informatics
| Programs | Minimum average | Required school subjects | Required test |
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Programs
| Minimum average70% in all tracks | Required school subjects- | Required test
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Programs
| Minimum average70% in the Advanced and General tracks | Required school subjectsGeneral track: at least 70% in Mathematics and in one science subject (Physics, Chemistry or Biology). | Required test
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Programs
| Minimum averageAdvanced track: 75%; General track: 85% | Required school subjectsAt least 80% in Mathematics and Physics and in one science subject (Chemistry or Biology). If you do not meet a required subject grade, see Conditional admission. | Required test
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College of Dental Medicine
| Programs | Minimum average | Required school subjects | Required test |
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Programs
| Minimum average85% in the Advanced track | Required school subjectsAt least 90% in Mathematics and in two of the following: Physics, Chemistry or Biology. | Required test
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College of Engineering
| Programs | Minimum average | Required school subjects | Required test |
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Programs
| Minimum averageAdvanced track: 75%; General track: 85% | Required school subjectsAt least 80% in Mathematics and Physics and in one science subject (Chemistry or Biology). If you do not meet a required subject grade, see Conditional admission. | Required test
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College of Health Sciences
| Programs | Minimum average | Required school subjects | Required test |
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Programs
| Minimum averageAdvanced track: 75%; General track: 85% | Required school subjectsAt least 75% in Mathematics and Physics and in one science subject (Chemistry or Biology). If you do not meet a required subject grade, see Conditional admission. | Required test
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Programs
| Minimum averageAdvanced track: 75%; General track: 85% | Required school subjectsAt least 75% in Mathematics and in one science subject (Chemistry or Biology). If you do not meet a required subject grade, see Conditional admission. | Required test
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Programs
| Minimum averageAdvanced track: 75%; General track: 85% | Required school subjects- | Required test
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College of Law
| Programs | Minimum average | Required school subjects | Required test |
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Programs
| Minimum average75% in all tracks | Required school subjects70% in Mathematics | Required test- |
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| Minimum average75% in all tracks | Required school subjects70% in Mathematics | Required test
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College of Medicine
Eligibility: Admission to the College of Medicine is limited to applicants who obtained their secondary education certificate from the UAE.
| Programs | Minimum average | Required school subjects | Required test |
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Programs
| Minimum average95% in the Advanced track | Required school subjectsAt least 90% in Mathematics and in two of the following: Physics, Chemistry or Biology. | Required test
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College of Pharmacy
| Programs | Minimum average | Required school subjects | Required test |
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Programs
| Minimum average85% in the Advanced track | Required school subjectsAt least 80% in Mathematics and in two of the following: Physics, Chemistry or Biology. | Required test
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College of Public Policy
| Programs | Minimum average | Required school subjects | Required test |
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Programs
| Minimum average70% in all tracks | Required school subjects- | Required test
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College of Sciences
| Programs | Minimum average | Required school subjects | Required test |
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Programs
| Minimum average70% in the Advanced and General tracks | Required school subjectsGeneral track: at least 70% in Mathematics and in one science subject (Physics, Chemistry or Biology). | Required test
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College of Sharia and Islamic Studies
| Programs | Minimum average | Required school subjects | Required test |
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Programs
| Minimum average70% in all tracks | Required school subjects- | Required test- |
Medicine admission and progression requirements
- Applicants must have obtained their secondary-school certificate in the UAE and meet the minimum average, qualifying subject grades, and English proficiency requirement stated above. Eligible applicants are considered through a competitive selection process.
- An AED 1,500 competition fee is payable. Under the current admission policy, this fee is non-refundable and is applied to tuition if the applicant is admitted.
- An admitted student must pay the first tuition instalment within one week of the announcement of admitted students and begin studies in the semester offered.
- Progression from the foundation year to Year 1 of the Doctor of Medicine program requires a cumulative GPA of at least 2.5 out of 4.0 and a combined GPA of at least 2.5 in Chemistry I and II and Biology I and II, including their laboratories. Students meeting these minimums compete for the available seats.
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Conditional admission and qualifying courses
- Applicants who do not meet a required school subject grade may be considered for conditional admission. They must pass the prescribed equivalent zero-credit remedial course during their first semester. The course does not count towards the cumulative GPA.
- A student who does not pass the course on the first attempt has one further opportunity. If the second attempt is unsuccessful, the student cannot continue in that program and must transfer to a program that does not require the subject.
- Applicants to Medicine and Dental Medicine must meet the required school subject grades for direct admission. This remedial option does not apply to those programs.
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English proficiency and admission tests
New, transfer and bridging students must meet the English proficiency requirement for their program before course registration. The minimum scores are listed in the college criteria above.
Accepted examinations and test locations
- IELTS Academic: Tests administered by IDP or the British Council are accepted from any country. The UKVI version and computer-based and paper-based tests are accepted. Home Edition tests are not accepted.
- TOEFL iBT: Accepted, except for the Home Edition.
- TOEFL ITP: Accepted only when taken at the University of Sharjah, AMIDEAST Dubai Head Office or AMIDEAST Abu Dhabi Head Office.
- PTE Academic: Accepted, except for the Home Edition.
Validity and submission
English proficiency test results are valid for two years from the test date. Submit your certificate through the Admission Services Portal for review by the English Language Center. Refer to the English proficiency submission guide.
An IELTS Academic score of 5.5 exempts a student from remedial English skills courses. Students who have not met the required score may be placed in the Intensive English Program. The University may also require an interview or an additional in-house test.
English Language Test Registration
To register for the IELTS Academic examination, please click here.
To register for the TOEFL examination, please click here.
Get Your Documents Ready
Applicants to Bachelor’s programs are required to submit the following documents:
A. Personal, Identity, and Residency Documents
- Valid Passport – A copy of a valid passport.
- Emirates ID – A copy of a valid UAE National Identity Card.
- Birth Certificate – A copy of the Birth Certificate.
- Mother’s Passport – A copy of the mother’s passport.
- Personal Photograph – A recent passport-size colour photograph.
B. Academic Documents
- Secondary School Certificate – A certified copy of the Secondary School Certificate or its equivalent.
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English Language Proficiency – Applicants are required to upload a copy of their English Language Proficiency Certificate (TOEFL iBT, IELTS, or PTE) through the admission e-service link.
The certificate must be verified by the Language Institute before the course registration period.
C. Health and Conduct Documents
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Health Fitness Certificate – The test must be completed at the University’s student clinic or any governmental authority in the UAE. Download the form.
Applicants must write their name and University ID number and attach a photograph to the form. - Good Conduct Certificate – A copy of a valid Good Conduct Certificate.
D. Application Fee
- Application Fee – AED 360 (non-refundable).
Additional Documents for Specific Applicant Categories
1. UAE Local Male Applicants
A national service completion letter or a no objection letter to complete the study from the Authority of National Service and Reserve is required.
2. Kuwaiti Applicants
A no objection letter from the Consulate General of the State of Kuwait – Cultural Office in the UAE specifying the program the student is allowed to take at the University of Sharjah is required.
3. Applicants with Foreign Certificates
Applicants who obtained secondary school certificates from outside the UAE are required to submit the following:
- A document proving that the student completed 12 years of schooling.
- A certified copy of Grades 10, 11, and 12 certificates and the Graduation Certificate (Diploma).
- An equivalent certificate from the Ministry of Education in the UAE.
- A document proving that the High School Certificate is accepted by government universities in the country from which the certificate was obtained, and an equivalent certificate from the Ministry of Education in the UAE.
4. Applicants Who Graduated Outside the UAE
Students holding certificates issued from outside the UAE must submit an equivalency certificate from the UAE Ministry of Education.
5. Bridging Program Applicants
Applicants to bridging programs are required to submit the following:
- A certified copy of the Diploma certificate.
- A certified copy of the transcript.
- Applicants who obtained the Diploma from outside the UAE or from private institutes within the country must obtain an equivalent certificate for the Diploma from the Ministry of Education in the UAE.
6. Transfer Applicants
Transfer applicants are required to submit the following additional documents:
- A certified copy of the official transcript after withdrawing from the previous institution.
- Detailed course descriptions certified by the previous university.
- Applicants transferring from an institution outside the UAE must also submit a letter of accreditation from the Ministry of Education in the UAE.
- A letter clarifying the cumulative GPA and the academic status of the student at his or her previous university.
7. Visiting Applicants
An approval letter from the student’s home university with a list of courses allowed to be taken at the University of Sharjah in the relevant semester is required.
Certificate Authentication Requirements
- Certificates issued from inside the country must be authenticated by the educational institution in which the student studied in the country, and by the Ministry of Education or the Educational Zone.
- Certificates issued from outside the country must be authenticated by the official educational authority in the country of study (such as the Ministry of Education, Boards of Education, or the British Council), the Ministry of Foreign Affairs, and the Embassy of the United Arab Emirates in the country of study, or the Embassy of the Country in the UAE, and the Ministry of Foreign Affairs of the United Arab Emirates.
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Explore Scholarships and Benefits
University Discounts
The University of Sharjah offers various discounts for outstanding students, as well as specific discounts for certain programs. These include high school excellence discounts, academic achievement discounts, sibling discounts, science and Sharia program discounts, and financial aid.
For further details, please visit the Scholarship and Discounts page.
Scholarship Notes
- Applicants are required to submit their scholarship applications directly to the sponsoring entity during the specified application period.
- Applicants are responsible for ensuring that they meet all eligibility requirements, conditions, and deadlines established by the sponsoring entity.
- Scholarship requirements, application periods, benefits, and other conditions are determined by the sponsoring entity and may be subject to change.
- For scholarship-specific inquiries or further information, applicants should refer to the sponsoring entity’s official website or contact the entity directly.
External Scholarship Opportunities
| Scholarship Entity | Beneficiaries | Eligible Bachelor’s Programs | Application |
|---|---|---|---|
| Sharjah Council for Higher Education & Scientific Research |
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All majors offered by UOS | Apply / Learn More |
| NAFIS | Eligible UAE citizens |
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Apply / Learn More |
| Telecommunications and Digital Government Regulatory Authority (TDRA) – "Betha" Program | Eligible UAE citizens |
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Apply / Learn More |
| Dubai Municipality – Scholarship Program ("Future Talents") | Eligible UAE citizens | Engineering disciplines related to municipal work fields | Apply / Learn More |
| Presidential Court – Scholarship Office (SCO) | Eligible students of all nationalities | Approved engineering, medical, and health disciplines | Apply / Learn More |
| Dubai Health Authority – "Medicine and Science" Program | Eligible UAE citizens |
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Apply / Learn More |
Additional Information
For further information regarding University discounts – Guidelines for Discounts
For information regarding tuition fees, payment terms, and available payment methods – Tuition and Fees
Review the application process, important dates, and the steps required to complete your application.
Submit Your Application
Applications for Bachelor's programs will be open from 23 November 2026 to 31 December 2026.
Once you have reviewed the admission process and requirements, you can begin your application for a Bachelor's program at the University of Sharjah through the Online Admission Portal.
You will be redirected to the University of Sharjah Online Admission Portal.
What happens after you apply?
Receive Your Admission Status
Your application will be reviewed, and you will receive an email informing you of your admission status within 7 working days.
Reserve Your Seat
Applicants nominated for admission are required to reserve their seat by paying AED 12,000 within the specified deadline. The amount paid will be applied toward the tuition fees upon enrollment.
In the event of withdrawal or non-enrollment at the University, AED 3,000 will be non-refundable.
After paying the seat reservation fee, applicants must complete the required documents, which include:
- attested copies of high school certificates
- coloured personal photos
- certificate of English language proficiency tests (e.g., IELTS, TOEFL)
- the medical fitness form
- any additional documents required by the Office of the Registrar – Admissions Office
Prepare for Your Studies
Once your admission is confirmed, review the University campus map and the Academic Calendar to familiarize yourself with important dates and prepare for your studies.
Register for Your Courses
Register for your courses during the specified registration period in accordance with your Bachelor's program requirements, study plan, and the Academic Calendar.
Complete Your Tuition Fee Payment
Pay any remaining tuition fees within the specified deadline and in accordance with the University's financial regulations and payment instructions.

