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Hamdan Bin Mohammed e-University

ยท Public University

Admissions open
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Public University
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Hamdan Bin Mohammed e-University: the applicant's brief

6 findings
  1. The short answer

    Hamdan Bin Mohammed e-University is a public university in the United Arab Emirates. It suits applicants who want a blended-learning model that combines face-to-face classes, online classes, and self-paced study.

  2. What you can study

    The university delivers learning through blended methods, which may include face-to-face classrooms, online classrooms, and self-paced learning. The programme areas are not published, so confirm the current catalogue on the university website before applying.

  3. Getting in

    International applicants should check the official website for the current application steps, entry requirements, and any document checklist. The universityโ€™s learning model is blended, so you should also confirm how attendance, online participation, and assessment work for your chosen programme.

  4. What it costs

    The university does not publish a tuition fee range for international students; confirm the current rate with its admissions office. As with any university in the United Arab Emirates, you should also budget separately for living costs, which will depend on housing, transport, and day-to-day expenses.

  5. Coming from abroad

    The language of instruction is not published, so confirm it before you apply. If you are moving from abroad, also check whether your programme is delivered fully online or in a mix of online and face-to-face classes, and ask about enrolment timing, visa requirements, and any on-campus attendance you may need.

  6. How it compares

    There are 37 universities in the United Arab Emirates, so this institution sits in a relatively small national higher-education system. Its main distinguishing feature is its focus on blended learning, which makes it different from universities that rely mainly on conventional campus teaching.

Written from this university's catalogue entry and its cited encyclopedia summary. Figures are only shown where the institution or a cited source publishes them โ€” always confirm fees and entry requirements with the university itself before applying.

Questions about Hamdan Bin Mohammed e-University

What type of university is Hamdan Bin Mohammed e-University?

It is a public university in the United Arab Emirates.

How does the university deliver teaching?

It uses blended learning, which may include face-to-face classrooms, online classrooms, and self-paced learning.

Is a tuition fee published for international students?

No tuition fee range is published; confirm the current rate with the admissions office.

How many universities are there in the United Arab Emirates?

There are 37 universities in the country.

Overview

Hamdan Bin Mohammed Smart University is the first smart university in the United Arab Emirates, established in 2002. The President of the university is the Crown Prince of Dubai, Sheikh Hamdan bin Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum. Being the first e-learning institute in the UAE, its working model has paved the way for the Ministry of Higher Education and Scientific Research (MOHESR), UAE to design standards for accreditation for an e-learning institution. Hamdan Bin Mohammed Smart University (HBMSU) follows in its delivery of learning a blended learning. These methods may include a mixture of face-to-face classrooms, online classrooms, and self-paced learning.

Tuition fees & costs

Indicative annual tuition

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Indicative living cost

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Fees vary by programme and are indicative. Confirm exact fees with the university before applying.

Admission requirements

How to apply

  1. 1Check the entry requirements and intake dates for your chosen programme on the official university website.
  2. 2Confirm you meet the academic requirements (high-school certificate, bachelorโ€™s degree or equivalent) for the programme.
  3. 3Apply directly through the university admission portal, or via its official application platform.
  4. 4Submit your transcripts and English-proficiency scores (IELTS / TOEFL / Duolingo English Test) and pay the application fee.
  5. 5On receiving your offer letter, accept it and begin your student-visa process for United Arab Emirates.

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Last updated 29 Aug 2026. Information is provided for guidance โ€” verify with official sources before applying.

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