Undergraduate

Yes, MBZUAI supports summer internships and helps students secure placements both in the UAE and abroad.

Yes, top graduates will be well-positioned to apply for MBZUAI’s M.Sc. and Ph.D. programs.

Yes, we provide career coaching, resume assistance, job search strategies, and employer engagement opportunities.

Yes, MBZUAI has an Incubation and Entrepreneurship Centre that offers resources and mentorship for innovative ideas. Entrepreneurship is also a key component of the bachelor's program, empowering students to turn their visions into reality.

Approximately 85% of MBZUAI graduates remain in the UAE. Latest statistics available here.

At MBZUAI, our B.Sc. in AI programs is designed to equip you with the knowledge, skills, and experience to become a future innovator and leader in artificial intelligence.

Yes, MBZUAI holds an official licensure from the Commission for Academic Accreditation (CAA) of the Ministry of Higher Education and Scientific Research (MoHESR).

The B.Sc. degree includes a combination of 28 elective and mandatory courses. Students typically take five courses per semester over six semesters. There is flexibility to take additional electives without extra cost, as long as academic requirements are met. Students who perform outstandingly in their first year may also apply to take an extra course in later semesters.

Yes, students can switch tracks within the first year of enrolment or during their degree. However, students must complete the requirements for the tracks by ensuring they take all the relevant subjects. For those that are interested in both, the program has been designed in such a way that you can complete the subjects for both streams within the four-year program.

In general, core courses cannot be waived. However, students who can demonstrate that they have already met the course learning outcomes through prior experience may request a review. In exceptional cases, a waiver may be granted, provided the student has met the relevant GPA requirements and is in good academic standing. In those instances, students will be allowed to take an additional elective or a more advanced course in its place.

No, our Careers and Internships team will assist students in securing placement opportunities. The team works with employers to ensure that co-op experiences align with academic requirements and benefit both students and companies. Some students may secure placements through prior internships, financial sponsors, or personal networking, and our team will help match students with industry partners for meaningful opportunities.

Yes, MBZUAI actively partners with leading universities and research institutions worldwide. These collaborations offer exchange programs, internships, joint research projects, and networking opportunities for students.

The undergraduate website is updated regularly with curriculum details. The first year focuses largely on the foundational knowledge which is required to be successful in the field of AI (e.g., python programming, mathematical foundations for AI, software development, computers 101, communication 101, and machine learning techniques to name a few). In the second and third year, students can branch into specific areas of interest either in the AI engineering field or the business field. In the Engineering-related track, some of the topics are data engineering, robotics and data communications, and networks. In the Business-related track, some of the topics are around financial management and accounting, supply chains, and design thinking. The fourth year is an in-industry co-op/placement where students will apply the theoretical foundations to build their own startup or work with a company to build AI solutions.

Visit Admissions for details on how to apply for different programs, including general requirements, application processes, and important dates.

Yes, MBZUAI holds an official licensure from the Commission for Academic Accreditation (CAA) of the Ministry of Higher Education and Scientific Research (MoHESR) and is internationally recognized as a leading AI-focused university (see latest rankings here). Its programs are designed to meet global academic and industry standards, ensuring strong career opportunities for graduates. The University collaborates with top institutions, industry leaders, and research centers worldwide to provide students with a world-class learning experience.

Yes, MBZUAI offers academic support through non-credit bridge courses in Math and English for students who need additional preparation. The Academic Resource Center (ARC) will provide tutoring, study assistance, and faculty during office hours to ensure students have the support they need to succeed.

Both tracks focus on the practical use of AI in real-world situations, but they differ in focus. The engineering-related track delves deeper into understanding how AI works, along with its benefits and limitations. In contrast, the business-related track emphasizes developing a deeper understanding of business and entrepreneurship challenges that can benefit from AI technology. At the end of the four-year program, students from both tracks will graduate with a Bachelor of Science (B.Sc.) in Artificial Intelligence.

In the final year, students work full-time in an industry placement instead of taking classes. This is a credit-bearing course, so there are certain requirements that need to be fulfilled, but we will help our students ensure they meet these objectives.

All lectures are taught in English.

MBZUAI currently offers undergraduate and graduate programs.

Our Bachelor of Science in Artificial Intelligence program allows students to focus on either an engineering or business track.

Our Master of Science programs are available in computational biology, computer science, computer vision, machine learning, natural language processing, robotics, and statistics and data science. We also offer a Master in Applied Artificial Intelligence.

Our Doctoral programs are available in computational biology, computer science, computer vision, human-computer interaction, machine learning, natural language processing, robotics, and statistics and data science.

We also offer a number of fellowships and programs designed for students outside MBZUAI – from high school to postdoctoral. Visit Student Access and Pathways for more information.

Yes, all admitted students will receive a laptop.

Yes, students must remain in good academic standing as defined by the Academic Standing Policy and maintain a record of good conduct.

No stipend is provided, but some scholarship packages may cover living support too.

Scholarships are awarded based on merit, so no additional application is required.

The tuition fee for the undergraduate program is $45,000 per annum, with additional cost of attendance. Tuition fees and cost of attendance may be covered by the scholarship.