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Bachelor of Fine Arts in Visual Communication — American University in Dubai (AUD): This four-year programme offers majors in advertising, graphic design, digital media and studio art.

Bachelor of Science in Design — Digital Animation — American University in the Emirates : This four-year course deals with animation principles, current techniques and industry standards.

BTech Nuclear Science and Technology — Amity University (AU): “This four-year course covers different areas that improve the quality of life. It qualifies students to be nuclear engineers, nuclear physicists and nuclear medicine physicians,” says Mariam Shaikh, Assistant Vice-President, Marketing and Student Recruitment, Amity University.

BSc Forensic Science — AU: “A three-year programme to build a career in the police force, law-enforcing agencies or investigative offices, the course trains students in the application of scientific methods and principles to investigate criminal and civil actions, ” says Shaikh.

Bachelor of Business and Quality Management — Hamdan Bin Mohammed e-University: Work at managerial positions with this four-year programme, which practically prepares students for organisations.

BSc (Hons) in Engineering and Management — Heriot-Watt University (HW): This four-year degree is aimed at those with a desire to study electronics, hardware system design or electrical technology. It offers in-depth knowledge of both management techniques and mechanical engineering disciplines.

Bachelor of Business Administration in Ebusiness — Canadian University of Dubai: This four-year programme works at dispensing skills that prepare students for a wide range of careers in internet consultancy, e-marketing, web-based sales and more.

Bachelor of Hotel Management, Travel and Tourism — Manipal University: This three-year programme is targeted at those who aspire to enter the corporate hospitality and service sector with a solid foundation in management as well as an in-depth exposure to the nuances of the hospitality sector.

Master in Information Systems Management (MSc IS) — University of Dubai: “This 16-month course combines the knowledge of an information systems graduate with the skills of a manager,” says Dr M. Omar Hefni, President, University of Dubai.

Master of Science in Interactive Educational Technologies — Hamdan Bin Mohammed e-University: The programme trains students (preferably with a degree in computing, information systems, web/software development, etc), to apply their skills to design and develop education and training products.

Master of Media and Communications — University of Wollongong in Dubai (UOWD) : This five-semester course is designed for practitioners in a multidisciplinary media environment to help them manage media production, research, ethics, journalism and publishing.

MSc Real Estate Management and Development — HW: This one year full-time or two year part-time degree trains students for the real estate sector.

MSc Water Resources — HW: This one year full-time or two year part-time programme will give you a sound understanding of sustainable water resources issues by developing the knowledge and skills necessary for planning and management of the resource within the context of climate change.

Master of International Studies — UOWD: This programme gives graduates practical understanding of the key debates in global politics, culture and economic affairs.

Master of Social Entrepreneurship — Hult International Business School: This one year course teaches students to deploy innovative solutions to large-scale social issues and engage in successful issue advocacy, problemsolving innovation, and project development.

MSc Sustainable Design of Built Environment — British University in Dubai: In this three-year programme, students acquire the knowledge and tools to undertake an innovative approach to sustainable design, integrating architectural and engineering solutions.

Master of Quality Management — UOWD: This average four-semester course is ideal for professionals currently in or aspiring to take a role in quality systems management, assurance or audit, in any business sector. Created in association with the Dubai Quality Group, the university is the only CAA-accredited institution in the UAE that offers this master’s degree.

Fashion Marketing Certification — Esmod Dubai: This nine-month postgraduate training includes study about the history of fashion brands, marketing and merchandising techniques that prepare students for launching their own businesses.

Professional Diploma in Jewellery Design and Production — National Institute for Vocational Education: This six-month fulltime programme is designed to facilitate advancement in the jewellery business.

Certified Business Professional Certificate in Customer Service — Center for Management and Professional Development: The five-semester programme helps develop customer service knowledge and communication skills.

Bachelor of Film Production — SAE Institute Dubai: This two-year course provides training in all facets of digital film-making in a hands-on environment.