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Canadian University Dubai (CUD) 2021 Sports Bachelors and Masters Scholarship

CUD Sports Scholarship, 2021 is offered for Bachelors, Masters degree in the field of Courses offered by the university. The deadline for the sending your application is 07 Jul 2021. This scholarship is provided by Canadian University Dubai (CUD) and the value of this scholarship is Partial Funding, Up to 30% of tuition fees . This scholarship is open for: Open to all nationals.

The Canadian University Dubai (CUD) has initiated CUD Sports Scholarship, 2021 to assist financial support to students who are facing financial constraints due to the COVID-19 pandemic. A primary objective of the scholarships offered by Canadian University Dubai is to promote the recruitment and retention of high academic achievers.

Canadian University Dubai CUD 2021 Special Talent Scholarship

CUD Special Talent Scholarship 2021 is offered for Bachelors, Masters degree in the field of Courses offered by the university. The deadline for the sending your application is 20 Dec 2021. This scholarship is provided by Canadian University Dubai (CUD) and the value of this scholarship is Partial Funding, Up to 30% of tuition fees . This scholarship is open for: Open to all nationals.

The Canadian University Dubai (CUD) has initiated Special Talent Scholarship, 2021 for elite and talented individuals from any field who have competed and achieved success at a city level or beyond. Special Talent Scholarships are awarded based on the applicant’s achievement level and their academic performance.

Canadian University Dubai Scholarship 2022

At Canadian University Dubai, we pride ourselves on our commitment to providing a quality, Canadian education for all. We understand the importance of difference and diversity, and we do not want financial limitations or special needs to get in the way of your enrollment. To alleviate some of this concern and to reward high academic achievers, CUD offers the following scholarships:

Academic Excellence Scholarship.
Sports Scholarship.
Financial Hardship Scholarship.
Special Needs Scholarship.
Special Talent Scholarship.

About Canadian University Dubai

The Canadian University Dubai, popularly known as CUD, is a private university of higher education in Dubai, United Arab Emirates, founded in 2006. The Canadian University Dubai offers education based on the Canadian curriculum. The university was originally known as Centennial University of Dubai. This title was changed to Canadian University Dubai once it became an independent Canadian institution. The university maintains its ties with the original Ontario-based university, offering students transfer programs after their second year.

The university offers four faculties, Architecture and Interior Design, Communication Arts and Sciences, Engineering, Applied Sciences and Technology, and Management for interested candidates.

Canadian University Dubai Scholarship| Funding:

50% tuition waiver: High school students need to have attained an academic average of 99%* or above to apply for a 50% tuition waiver. For current CUD students renewing their scholarship, the semester CGPA at the conclusion of the semester must be 3.98 or higher to continue receiving a 50% tuition waiver.

40% tuition waiver: High school students need to have attained an academic average of between 95 – 98.9%* to apply for a 40% tuition waiver. For current CUD students renewing their scholarship, the semester CGPA at the conclusion of the semester must be between 3.95 – 3.97 to continue receiving a 40% tuition waiver.

30% tuition waiver: High school students need to have attained an academic average of between 90 – 94.9%* to apply for a 30% tuition waiver. For current CUD students renewing their scholarship, the semester CGPA at the conclusion of the semester must be between 3.9 – 3.94 to continue receiving a 30% tuition waiver.

20% tuition waiver: High school students need to have attained an academic average of between 85 – 89.9%* to apply for a 20% tuition waiver. For current CUD students renewing their scholarship, the semester CGPA at the conclusion of the semester must be between 3.85 – 3.89 to continue receiving a 20% tuition waiver.

10% tuition waiver (returning students only): High school students who were granted an automatic 20% tuition waiver for their first semester at CUD and have maintained a 3.8 – 3.84 CGPA, may be eligible for a 10% tuition waiver for the subsequent semester.

Canadian University Dubai Scholarship| Details:

Host University: Canadian University Dubai.
Course Level: Master’s and Bachelor’s Degree.
Nationality: all nationalities.
Canadian University Dubai Scholarship| Deadline:
The scholarship application deadline for the fall semester is July 7th.
The scholarship application deadline for the spring semester is December 20th.
Please note that late or incomplete scholarship applications will not be considered by the scholarship committee.

Professional Training

If you are looking to upgrade your professional skills, learn something new or gain a qualification to move up the career ladder, check our range of professional training options.

From creative and legal skills upgrade to financial management and certifications to data science and digital marketing to language training and business technology, our array of courses cater to all levels of interest and aspirations.

Learning at Canadian University Dubai will be an international academic experience guided by the highest standards in educational and corporate ethics. For more information, please contact us at: info@cud.ac.ae

Student Success Centre at CUD 

The purpose of the Student Success Center (SSC) is to guide and support you through your personal and academic journey at CUD. Visit the SSC to learn how to manage your time and stress, develop optimal note-taking strategies, understand assignments, improve your math skills, or enhance your English, reading, writing, grammar, and research skills.

Workshops that promote personal development and academic success are offered throughout the semester or upon request. These range from improving study skills, academic writing skills, and exam taking skills to building higher levels of confidence and reaching your academic goals.

The SSC is a place where you can receive personal and academic support, attend valuable workshops, work on your assignments, find resources, and prepare for exams. Academic success is about knowing the right strategies and having the right skills, and we’re here to help you succeed! For more information, email StudentSuccess@cud.ac.ae.

Graduation Policy

Application for Graduation

Before completing an application for Graduation students must complete the following steps:

•Students are required to review their academic record against academic requirements for graduation.

•Review current academic progression and grades with their academic advisor.

•Each student must ensure that he/she is in good financial standing with the University and that all fees and financial obligations have beenmet.

•Complete an Application for Graduation Form, which is available on the Student E-portal or from the Office of the Registrar, and submit it to the Office of the Registrar, together with the applicable fee, during Graduation fairs. These are held each spring semester of the academic year of Graduation.

•Once an application for graduation has been completed and filed the Office of the Registrar will begin to process all the necessary information for final certification in preparation for graduation.

•Only students who have successfully completed the degree requirements and have no holds by the end of the semester that they have applied to graduate are certified for the conferral of the respective degree.

•Degrees are only granted at the completion of the semester in which requirements have been met. Conferral of the degree and the date of graduation are noted on the permanent records of the graduate held by the University.

•Only one certificate will be issued for Canadian University Dubai graduates that have completed a program with a dual major concentration. The process of issuing certificates for dual major concentration requires handover of the initial certificate that has been issued by Canadian University Dubai. The new certificate with the dual major concentration replaces any previous certificate issued by Canadian University Dubai.

•Students’ certificates will be ready within 2 months after passing the last course of the program.

Canadian University Dubai Partnerships to fund low-income students

CUD has partnerships that allow low-income students to have financing in their academic programs and thus get more people to access higher education, in this case Awqaf and Minors Affairs Foundation (AMAF) and Abu Dhabi Islamic Bank which have worked jointly with the university to offer facilities so that low-income students can study at CUD.

CUD Alumni

Canadian University Dubai alumni are the pride of the University and the best ambassadors of our institution.

The CUD Alumni Office aims to develop, sustain and expand opportunities for our alumni, by connecting them with former classmates, colleagues, professors, and the Canadian University Dubai community in general, to establish a valuable social and professional network.

How we can support you

The Alumni office aims to support and promote:

Opportunities to reconnect with fellow graduates and University personnel and to support their alma mater in a meaningful way;
Opportunities for career development through lifelong learning (postgraduate study, short courses offered by our Corporate Training services etc.);
Access to employment opportunities;
Recognition, promotion and utilization of professional skills, experience, status and knowledge;
Access to a global alumni community where membership provides unique benefits and services.

Keep in Touch

Please let us keep you up to date with all the activities going on at Canadian University Dubai and among our alumni community. To update your details, email alumni@cud.ac.ae

GEMS Education, Canadian University Dubai Announce Scholarships Worth Dh10 Million

GEMS Education and Canadian University Dubai have announced a partnership that will offer scholarships exclusively to GEMS students. The value of the scholarships is AED10 million.

Starting this academic year 2018-2019, Canadian University Dubai will offer a series of scholarships exclusively for GEMS students. Scholarship amounts will vary depending on course of study and the academic merit of GEMS students.

GEMS students who study at Canadian University Dubai will be able to study both at the Dubai and Canadian campuses. Choosing to study in Canada will offer a unique career boost for students, as the country offers a path to citizenship once an international student earns a post-secondary degree from a Canadian university.

GEMS announced the launch of the UniConnect programme last year. The programme is set to include a series of strategic partnerships designed to provide scholarships and financial aid to GEMS students seeking admission at universities within the region and across the globe.

This first partnership with Canadian University Dubai also provides for dedicated career training for GEMS students.

Dr. Karim Chelli, President of Canadian University Dubai, said: “This partnership with GEMS Education illustrates our deep commitment to ensuring a transformational education experience for our students. We also recognise that strong relationships with partners such as GEMS Education enable us to build and shape future leaders.”

Dino Varkey, CEO of GEMS Education, said: “We are proud to announce Canadian University Dubai as our first partner with UniConnect. We look forward to partnering with many more universities in the UAE and internationally – including the Ivy League – as part of our commitment to making quality education accessible for all our students throughout their schooling and beyond.”

Buti Al Ghandi, Chancellor of Canadian University Dubai, commented: “Canadian University Dubai is a locally and regionally ranked, student-centred research university with a global perspective. Our students benefit from the extensive group of partnerships we have with prestigious Canadian Universities across Canada – making us the only university in the region to offer a clear path towards a Canadian Education.”

Nelson Egharevba

When I came to Canadian University Dubai I was awarded a sports scholarship and I enjoy the challenge of combining academic life with my participation in the university basketball team. I chose to study network engineering because I wanted to learn the advanced technical skills to help me develop as a tech-entrepreneur.

The teaching faculty have a high level of expertise and create a stimulating and supportive learning environment. Throughout the program we have had the opportunity to develop our practical networking skills, with access to all the relevant software.

Our Alumni, Our Ambassadors

Canadian University Dubai alumni are the pride of the University and the best ambassadors of our institution.

The CUD Alumni Office aims to develop, sustain and expand opportunities for our alumni, by connecting them with former classmates, colleagues, professors, and the University community in general, to establish valuable social and professional networks.

Our Alumni office supports and promotes:

Opportunities to reconnect with fellow graduates and University personnel and to support their alma mater in a meaningful way;

Opportunities for career development through lifelong learning (postgraduate study, short courses offered by our Corporate Training services etc.);

Access to employment opportunities;

Recognition, promotion and utilization of professional skills, experience, status and knowledge;

Access to a global alumni community where membership provides unique benefits and services.

Calling our Alumni – You can Make a Difference

Here’s how: Whether you have gone on to earn another degree, get a better job, or enrich your life in other ways, you are living proof of the power of education at CUD. You can share this power with current students who are pursuing the same goal as you, and be a part of their success.

You can work with us to:

Mentor current students by serving as role models and advisors;

Help strengthen our programs by volunteering on a committee;

Increase awareness and financial support for Canadian University Dubai;

Recognize and honor graduates who have succeeded in their careers;

Share ideas to strengthen educational and cultural activities on campus.

To ensure that you are informed about all activities and events at Canadian University Dubai and among our alumni community, please send or update your contact details, by sending us an email at alumni@cud.ac.ae

Alumni Giving

If you’d like to give back to the University community and contribute to the education of current and future students of Canadian University Dubai, either financially, or in kind, please contact us on alumni@cud.ac.ae

Alumni Events and Activities

The Alumni Office works to promote interaction between its members, as well as with the University, and can help facilitate events and activities that provide both formal and informal opportunities to meet.

Social Events

Alumni reunion dinner;

Forming an alumni team for sporting games;

Sports gatherings including tennis, golf, volleyball, soccer, etc.;

Formal or semi-formal dinners or receptions;

Outdoor activities including, group hike, biking, picnic or cookout, boating, etc.

Volunteering/Community Service Events

Volunteer day;

Work with local non-profit organizations on community-based day projects, such as park/community clean ups, support for local shelters, assistance in local schools;

Volunteer as a group to help at a community charity fundraiser;

Professional/Personal Development & Continuing Education

Events featuring CUD alumni speakers, professors, or local speakers, incorporating a social hour and/or Q&A session, with a focus on higher education topics, diverse events, or topics relevant to the alumni group.

A local career day program, including alumni representatives from local organizations, highlighting current opportunities.

Professional speaker events on a personal development topic: stress management, time management, career management, emotional awareness, etc.

An alumni series, where members of the chapter share knowledge and expertise in their fields that are relevant to the group: personal finance, marketing tools, technology tips, etc.

Recruitment/Student Support

Welcome receptions or event for new alumni or interns;

Tour of a local company, organization, plant, or facility for interns or alumni who are new to the area;

Please register your interest at alumni@cud.ac.ae

Canadian University Dubai becomes the first private university in UAE to partner with Coursera to prepare students for in-demand jobs

CUD students can earn industry-recognized certifications at no additional cost during their final year of study

UAE, Dubai – 10 August 2022: Coursera, Inc. (NYSE: COUR), one of the world’s largest online learning platforms, has announced its partnership with Canadian University Dubai (CUD), the number one higher education institution in Dubai. The collaboration will equip the university’s students with the necessary skills for in-demand jobs through Career Academy from Coursera, a new career training academy that provides skills training and entry-level Professional Certificates from the world’s leading companies including Google, IBM, and Meta.

Becoming the first private university in the UAE to adopt Career Academy from Coursera, CUD further fortifies its standing in the industry as an institution committed to equipping students with work-related skills to help graduates secure good jobs.

Designed to empower students with a competitive advantage in the fast-evolving digital work environment, the collaboration will provide students with the opportunity to learn cutting-edge skills, including entrepreneurial, digital, and technology competencies, earn professional Certificates from the world’s leading companies, access hands-on learning with Guided Projects to master skills and stand out with employers, and explore the right career path.

Prof. Karim Chelli, President and Vice-Chancellor of CUD, remarked, “We are delighted to embark on this partnership with Coursera to provide new opportunities for our graduates to stand out in the job market. Students will now have the chance to gain industry-recognized professional certifications at no additional cost during their final year of study. Combining these practical qualifications with a world-class degree will give CUD graduates a head start when exploring employment and career development opportunities.”

Kais Zribi, General Manager for the Middle East, North Africa, and Turkey at Coursera said: “We are honored to join hands with one of the UAE’s leading universities that share our goal to support the country in its ambition of building a digital economy led by an equipped and skilled workforce. Canadian University Dubai has set a benchmark in the league of world-class institutions with its progressive approach to delivering high-quality education, and together we will unlock learning opportunities that would enable the next generation of the country’s talent to thrive in the competitive global work realm.”

Learners enrolled in Career Academy from Coursera will be able to earn entry-level Professional Certificates from industry leaders including Google, IBM, and Meta, to prepare for 18 in-demand careers such as Data Analyst, UX Designer, Application Developer, and Social Media Marketer, among others. Participants have the flexibility to learn at their own pace, fully online across the web and mobile, and can also explore different career paths with an overview of common job titles, skill requirements, and salary insights.

Additionally, Career Academy from Coursera will allow students to gain real-world experience with Guided Projects to develop key skills in under 2 hours. For example, an aspiring Data Analyst can practice SQL, Python, and Tableau, while UX Designers can build projects using Figma and Adobe Creative Cloud. With hands-on learning and interactive assessments, students will be able to apply essential skills by working with real-world industry tools to help them stand out to employers during interviews and on the job.

The Coursera-Canadian University Dubai partnership is the latest milestone in Coursera’s rapid growth across the Middle East and North Africa. As of June 2022, Coursera supports the skills development of 681K learners in the UAE, and more than 6.2 million learners across the Middle East and North Africa. This total includes over 320K new registered Coursera learners across the region in Q2 of 2022.

About Coursera

Coursera was launched in 2012 by two Stanford Computer Science professors, Andrew Ng and Daphne Koller, with a mission to provide universal access to world-class learning. It is now one of the largest online learning platforms in the world, with more than 100 million registered learners. Coursera partners with 275+ leading university and industry partners to offer a broad catalog of content and credentials, including courses, Specializations, Professional Certificates, Guided Projects, and bachelor’s and master’s degrees. Institutions around the world use Coursera to upskill and reskill their employees, citizens, and students in fields such as data science, technology, and business. Coursera became a B Corp in February 2021.