Middlesex University Dubai named largest UK university

Middlesex University (MDX) Dubai has been revealed as the largest university for total student enrolments for a second consecutive year, according to new data released by the Knowledge and Human Development Authority (KHDA) for the 2021-2022 academic year. Over 4,500 students are currently undertaking their UK degrees at MDX Dubai, representing an 18 per cent increase compared to the 2020-2021 academic year.

KHDA’s Open Data report is released annually and gives a detailed snapshot of Dubai’s growth as a thriving international education hub. The emirate now counts a 28,100-strong global student population. This year’s report lists data about 38 international universities.

The latest KHDA statistics demonstrate that MDX Dubai remains the top-ranked international university of choice among undergraduate business and law students for yet another year, while also continuing to hold its position as the leading higher education provider in Dubai for humanities and tourism and hospitality bachelor’s and foundation degrees. MDX’s humanities postgraduate degrees continue to attract the most student enrolments compared to any other higher education institution.

In addition, MDX Dubai’s highly popular British LLB degree marks its seventh year respectively topping the rankings for total student enrolment compared to other undergraduate law schools located in the emirate. The University’s LLB programme is known globally for its ability to produce top legal professionals, with many alumni going on to secure graduate positions and training contracts with international firms in jurisdictions such as the UK and UAE. Several former students have also passed the prestigious and challenging New York Bar Exam.

Offering rigorous academic theory combined with immersive practical education in dedicated on-campus labs, MDX’s innovative media and design undergraduate degrees continue to attract the largest cohort of enrolled students seeking a quality UK university education.

The university’s award-winning department of computer engineering and informatics also saw significant expansion during the 2021-2022 academic year, being revealed by this latest KHDA report as the leading British provider of information technology undergraduate and postgraduate degrees in Dubai.

Dr Cedwyn Fernandes, pro-vice chancellor and director, Middlesex University Dubai, said: “I am extremely proud of our entire Middlesex community in Dubai for this fantastic achievement. The fact we continue to attract the highest number of students to study with us, both for the more traditional programmes such as Business and Law and our newer programmes across media, design and IT, demonstrates that our reputation for providing a careers-focused, immersive and engaging UK education and unrivalled student experience continues to grow. Our faculty are dedicated to our students’ success and empowering them to achieve their potential. Through immersive education that is adapted to incorporate the latest teachings from industry, our graduates are equipped with the skills to stand out to employers on the competitive global job market when they begin their careers. We are delighted to be welcoming even more students from across the world to join our talented global community this September 2022.”

Dr Mohamad Hamade, CEO, Amanat Holdings, added: “Middlesex University Dubai continues to strengthen its positioning in the higher education market in Dubai. The statistics are a testament to the quality of the educational offering and the ongoing support of all stakeholders involved. MDX has built a strong reputation as a market leader over the years and has managed to grow in the number of students, campuses, and courses. More importantly, the university is making strides in the provision of education through a series of technological advancements that will enrich the future of its students and their success beyond the classroom. I want to take this opportunity to thank the university’s faculty, staff, teachers, and students for paving the way to where MDX is today and for shaping its success and growth for the future.”

The announcement builds on a year of unparalleled achievement for MDX, which officially inaugurated its second campus location in Dubai International Academic City (DIAC) in March 2022 in the presence of representatives from KHDA, TECOM Group, Amanat Holdings, the university’s shareholder, and other key industry stakeholders.

For more information about the programmes and the range of scholarships and grants available, visit www.mdx.ac.ae.