Admissions Criteria | MODUL University Dubai

Founded on the 20th October 1908, the MODUL brand stands for more than 100 years of excellence in education. The renowned MODUL Tourism College, the forerunner of MODUL University, possesses the world’s longest tradition in tourism & hospitality education. MODUL University Dubai was inaugurated on 10 October 2018 and is home to over 60 nationalities among students, faculty, staff and Alumni - a true model of diversity focused at driving sustainability, innovation, and entrepreneurial spirit across the academic and student-life journey for our students. MODUL University Dubai’s education and campus life will help you excel and prosper, making your university life a successful experience.

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Foundation Programme Admissions Criteria

Students who do not meet our admissions requirements for direct entry into the Bachelor’s degree Programmes may consider applying for the Foundation Programme.

Original/Certified true copy of High School Leaving Certificate
Official Academic Transcript
International TOEFL, IELTS or another standardized, internationally-recognized English exam
Application Form, completed and signed by the applicant [download pdf]
Passport Copy
Passport size photograph
One letter of recommendation
Letter of Motivation (description of reasons for applying to MODUL University Dubai)

English Test Requirements

All students whose first language is not English must provide proof of their English proficiency level B1 according to the Common European Framework of Reference for Languages through one of the following tests taken within the last two years.

Students must obtain a score of:

TOEFL Internet-Based Test (IBT) with a minimum score of 65 points
IELTS band score 5.5 (no sub-score below 5.0)

For more information contact us on: admissions@modul.ac.ae

Undergraduate Programme Admissions Criteria

For direct entry to our Bachelor’s degree Programmes, students are required to have successfully completed their secondary education. Students with an equivalent nationally recognized school leaving certificate are invited to apply and will be assessed on an individual basis.

The following documents should be submitted:

Original/Certified true copy of High School Certificate or its equivalent
Official Academic Transcripts and course description for credits transferred, if any
International TOEFL, IELTS or another standardized, internationally-recognized English exam
Application Form, completed and signed by the applicant
Passport Copy
Passport size photograph
One letter of recommendation
Letter of Motivation (description of reasons for applying to MODUL University Dubai)

English Test Requirements

All students whose first language is not English must provide proof of their English proficiency level B2 according to the Common European Framework of Reference for Languages through one of the following tests taken within the last two years.

Students must obtain a score of:

TOEFL Internet-Based Test (IBT) with a minimum score of 76 points
TOEFL Paper-Based Test (PBT) conducted at MUD with a minimum score of 540
IELTS band score 6.0 (no sub-score below 5.5)
Cambridge English Certificate (Cambridge English: First (FCE)): B2

For more information contact us on: admissions@modul.ac.ae

Transfer of Credits

Credit transfers from national and international universities are considered on the basis of how relevant prior coursework is to the course syllabus at MODUL University Dubai. The grades achieved, the level and language of the course and the number of credit hours (ECTS) will also be considered. Upon submission of a transfer credit application, kindly contact your admissions officer for more information.

Graduate Programme (MSc) Admissions Criteria

To enroll in the Master of Science in Sustainable Development, Management and Policy (MSc SDMP), students should successfully complete their bachelor studies and submit the following documents:

A Bachelor’s degree with a minimum duration of three years or completion of an equivalent degree relevant to the content of the study programme
Official Academic Transcripts and course description for credits transferred, if any
Successfully completed the following courses:
- Statistics/Mathematics
- Management
- Economics or Calculus
International TOEFL, IELTS or another standardized, internationally-recognized English exam
Application Form, completed and signed by the applicant
Passport Copy
Passport size photograph
Two letters of recommendation
Letter of Motivation (description of reasons for applying to MODUL University Dubai)

English Test Requirements

All applicants whose first language is not English must provide proof of their English proficiency level C1 according to the Common European Framework of Reference for Languages through one of the following tests taken within the last two years.

Students must obtain a score of:

TOEFL Internet-Based Test (IBT) with a minimum score of 88 points
TOEFL Paper-Based Test (PBT) conducted at MUD with a minimum score of 570s
IELTS band score 6.5 (no sub-score below 6.0)
Cambridge English Certificate (Certificate of Advanced English): C1

For more information contact us on: admissions@modul.ac.ae

Transfer of Credits

Postgraduate Programme Admissions Criteria

To enroll in the Master of Business Administration Programme, students should successfully complete their bachelor studies and submit the following documents:

A Bachelor’s degree with a minimum duration of three years* or completion of an equivalent degree relevant to the content of the study programme
Official Academic Transcripts
A minimum of three years professional experience (Experience Certificate)
International TOEFL, IELTS or another standardized, internationally-recognized English exam
Application Form, completed and signed by the applicant
Passport Copy
Passport size photograph
Two letters of recommendation
Letter of Motivation (description of reasons for applying to MODUL University Dubai)

Students must also pass a formal admission interview conducted in person or video Skype.

* In exceptional cases, admission of students who do not hold a university degree is possible if they can provide proof of an equivalent qualification. This can be for example diploma courses, further education plus extensive and relevant professional experience as well as other career related achievements. In this case, proof of a secondary school leaving certificate must be provided.