University of Stirling in Ras Al Khaimah

• Location: Ras Al Khaimah, United Arab Emirates,
• Language of instruction: English,
• Type of training: mixed.

The University of Stirling in Ras Al Khaimah is a new campus of one of the best universities in the UK, located in the northernmost emirate of the UAE – Ras Al Khaimah.

University of Stirling is in many international rankings of the best universities:

• One of the top 500 universities in the world according to Times Higher Education,
• Top 60 Universities in the World in the Times Higher Education Golden Age University Rankings,
• 79.6% of students are satisfied with studying here (according to the 2021 National Student Survey),
• 28th place in the UK in the ranking of The Guardian University Guide.

The Ras Al Khaimah campus has only recently opened and offers local and international students high-quality undergraduate and postgraduate programs in business, management, finance, engineering, and others. The degrees are awarded by the University of Stirling, so they will be applicable in the UK and other EU countries.

The University of Stirling has several faculties:

• Arts and Humanities,
• Medical sciences and sports,
• Science
• Social Sciences,
• Management.

The educational institution cooperates with the organization Planet One International Education, providing high-quality bachelor's and master's programs in a number of subjects. Their partnerships help local students who have not yet completed their studies in high school to find their academic path and understand their interests: consultants regularly visit secondary education institutions to conduct information classes, invite students to campus to listen to scientific seminars.

Planet One International Education also presents the annual BITFEST event, where several hundred high school students compete in an interscholastic quiz to demonstrate academic and strategic skills.

There are no places equipped for housing on the educational territory of the institution, but the staff will help students in finding apartments, rooms and apartments.

The university cooperates with EDRAK dormitories, which offer separate housing for men and women. The buildings have 150 rooms for each of the floors, a large food court with a modern kitchen and a common dining area, several service salons: a travel agency, a beauty salon, a supermarket and a conference room. The location of the dormitories near the campus makes living in them convenient and affordable.

Students can also take care of a place to stay on their own by referring to the rating of private housing in the city. Ras Al Khaimah offers a variety of options, from rooms and studios to apartments and villas.

The natural beauties of the emirate surrounding the campus offer students a variety of leisure and leisure activities: water sports, sailing cruises, desert camps, golf games, mountain adventures and much more.

Students have the opportunity to visit centuries-old historical sights, study the culture and religion of the country, get acquainted with the everyday life of local residents, fully imbued with the atmosphere of the UAE.

• One of the best universities in the world,
• Effective employment of graduates,
• Excellent campus location,
• Qualified teachers,
• The training is entirely in English.

The area of Ras Al Khaimah is famous for its outstanding nature, places for recreation, attractions. With an extraordinary history dating back more than seven millennia, the northernmost emirate in the UAE has become one of the most popular destinations for tourists in the Middle East.  Its coastline with beaches equipped for recreation stretches for 64 km.

An interesting fact is that there are no strict rules for crossing the border from Ras Al Khaimah to travel to neighboring emirates, so students are free to explore the beauty and active life of Fujairah, Sharjah and even Dubai. Just a 45-minute drive from the hustle and bustle of Dubai, the emirate has excellent transport links to the airport and the national highway, making it easy to reach other regions.

The campus of the university is modern and technological, for training and personal development it offers:

• Spacious classrooms with interactive whiteboards, audio and video equipment,
• A large hall for events,
• Library with reading room, book depository,
• Dining room with cafeteria,
• Basketball, volleyball courts,
• Mosque
• Parking lot.

The academic year for all programs begins in September and lasts until mid-summer. Students attend classes on weekdays, excluding public and national holidays. Rest is also provided during the winter and summer months.

Additional expenses:

• Accommodation - from 5500 to 11 000 AED (from $ 1498 to $ 2995 per person per semester),
• Nutrition
• Registration fee - 3500 AED ($ 953),
• Examination process - 1500 AED ($ 409),
• Laboratory software - 1500 AED ($ 409),
• Transfers to neighboring emirates - from 250 to 725 AED ($ 69-198) one way,
• Accident insurance - 100 AED ($ 28) monthly,
• VAT fees: 5% of each payment.

• Fill out an online application by providing the necessary documents,
• Pay the registration fee,
• Get an official invitation to study,
• Get a visa,
• Arrive on campus to search for housing and get the latest guidance.

The University of Stirling admits students based on their merit and perceived academic potential. All applications are reviewed individually to ensure a fair admissions process; The subjects studied and the number of exam retakes are taken into account. The admissions committee is looking for evidence of motivation to learn, interest and knowledge of the subjects that participate in the chosen program.

Upon completion of the programs offered on the campus of the university in the UAE, graduates receive an internationally recognized diploma that is fully consistent with the diploma issued on the British campus.

The number of graduates of the institution exceeds the mark of 100,000 specialists, continuing their activities in 170 countries.

According to statistics, 91 to 95% of students find a job or continue their educational path within 15 months after graduation.

Admission requirements for undergraduate programs:

• Personal documents: passport, long-term visa or equivalent, health insurance,
• High school diploma with transcript,
• Certificate confirming knowledge of the English language: IELTS (from 6.0 with 5.5 points for each skill), TOEFL (from 80: 17 points for listening and writing, 18 for reading, 20 for speaking), Cambridge C1 Advanced (from 169), PTE Academic (from 54) or equivalent.

Applicants wishing to study in one of the graduate programs must meet the following requirements:

• Personal documents: passport, long-term visa or equivalent, health insurance,
• Diploma of completion of a bachelor's program in a similar specialty, transcript OR significant experience in this field,
• Certificate confirming knowledge of the English language: IELTS (from 6.0 with 5.5 points for each skill), TOEFL (from 80: 17 points for listening and writing, 18 for reading, 20 for speaking), Cambridge C1 Advanced (from 169), PTE Academic (from 54) or equivalent.

The university rewards its students for academic and extracurricular merit by providing a number of scholarships:

• Students who have received an average grade above 90% on the final results of high school - a scholarship of 10 000 AED ($ 2723) for the first year of study,
• Students with an average grade of 75-90% in the final results of high school receive a scholarship of 5000 AED ($ 1362) for the first year of study.

The institution also supports its pupils in financial difficulties by providing financial assistance: a 10% discount on the annual tuition fee. The student must meet the selection criteria:

• GPA of 60% or higher in their final high school results at the time of applying to the university,
• Minimum CGPA 6.0 in all semesters throughout the course of study.

• Guardianship services during the studies
• Student supervision