Admissions Criteria

Welcome to Zayed University, where excellence meets opportunity. Our admission requirements are tailored to identify bright individuals who embody the spirit of innovation and diversity that defines Zayed University.

In this overview, we'll highlight key components of our admission requirements, emphasizing our commitment to creating a dynamic learning environment. We encourage you to explore the criteria outlined here, ensuring your application reflects both your academic achievements and unique qualities.

Undergraduate Admission Requirements (From AY 2025-2026)

Appendix A: Secondary School Completion Requirements (for all students)

Curriculum	Requirements
UAE MoE	NA
American	NA
British	2 A-Levels in subjects related to the degree program with a grade of C or higher (excluding Arabic and Islamic Studies)
International Baccalaureate	IB Diploma with a minimum of 2 HL subjects related to the degree program with a minimum grade of 5 IB Certificate with a minimum of 21 points including 2 subjects related to the degree program with a minimum grade of 5
BTEC	Level 3 Diploma 2 Merit

Appendix B: Degree Program Admission Requirements

College of Arts and Creative Enterprises
Degree Program	English	Mathematics	Others
BA Architecture	High School 80% (or equivalent) or TOEFL iBT 71	High School 80% (or equivalent) or SAT Math	SAT 500
BFA Animation Design			SAT 450
BFA Graphic Design
BFA Interior Design
BFA Visual Arts
BS Multimedia Design