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Masters in Computer Science in Dubai
A master's in Computer Science deepens your foundation in algorithms, systems and software, with electives in AI, machine learning, cloud and security. Here is how studying it in Dubai works for Indian students — universities and costs in rupees, eligibility, careers and work rights.
- 12 universities compared
- From ₹26 lakh – ₹30 lakh
- Intakes: September (main)
- Post-study work
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Masters in Computer Science in Dubai: what does it cost and is it worth it?
A master's in Computer Science in Dubai usually takes 1–2 years. On our list, 12 universities offer it, with total costs from ₹26 lakh – ₹30 lakh (BITS Dubai) to ₹32 lakh – ₹43 lakh (Birmingham Dubai). After graduating: graduates can move to an employment visa; outstanding graduates may qualify for a Golden Visa.
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Masters in Computer Science in Dubai at a glance
- Duration
- 1–2 years
- Tuition (international)
- ≈ AED 40,000 – 100,000 per year
- Living costs
- ≈ AED 3,000 – 6,000 per month
- Typical budget
- ₹12–28 lakh per year
- Intakes
- September (main), January (many universities)
- English tests
- IELTS, TOEFL or an equivalent accepted by the university
- GRE / GMAT
- GRE/GMAT is asked by some business and economics programs
- Post-study work
- Graduates can move to an employment visa; outstanding graduates may qualify for a Golden Visa
Overview
Why study Computer Science in Dubai?
A master's in Computer Science deepens your foundation in algorithms, systems and software, with electives in AI, machine learning, cloud and security.
Dubai offers UK, US and Australian degrees close to home, large Indian community and a short flight back and strong job market in business, logistics and tourism.
Universities
Universities for Computer Science in Dubai
Sorted by total cost for the whole program, in rupees.
Specialisations
Popular Computer Science specialisations
Software Engineering
Offered as a track or elective set at many universities in Dubai.
Distributed & Cloud Systems
Offered as a track or elective set at many universities in Dubai.
Cyber Security
Offered as a track or elective set at many universities in Dubai.
Human-Computer Interaction
Offered as a track or elective set at many universities in Dubai.
Eligibility
Entry requirements
Usual expectations — each university sets its own minimums.
Get this checklist on WhatsApp- Bachelor's: B.Tech/BE in CSE, IT or ECE
- Bachelor's: B.Sc/BCA with strong maths (for some universities)
- Bachelor's: Other engineering branches with programming coursework
- Prerequisite: Data structures and algorithms
- Prerequisite: Discrete maths / linear algebra
- Prerequisite: At least one programming language
- English: IELTS, TOEFL or an equivalent accepted by the university
- GRE/GMAT: GRE/GMAT is asked by some business and economics programs
Careers
Careers after Computer Science in Dubai
FAQs
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It can be, if cost, university and career plan line up. Dubai offers UK, US and Australian degrees close to home. Typical roles afterwards include Software Engineer, Machine Learning Engineer and Cloud / DevOps Engineer.
On our list: BITS Dubai, Manipal Dubai, Middlesex Dubai, Amity Dubai, UOWD and Heriot-Watt Dubai and 6 more.
From ₹26 lakh – ₹30 lakh at BITS Dubai up to ₹32 lakh – ₹43 lakh, including living and one-time costs.
Most universities accept b.Tech/BE in CSE, IT or ECE, b.Sc/BCA with strong maths (for some universities) and other engineering branches with programming coursework, with data structures and algorithms, discrete maths / linear algebra and at least one programming language, plus IELTS, TOEFL or an equivalent accepted by the university.
Graduates can move to an employment visa; outstanding graduates may qualify for a Golden Visa. During your studies: part-time work with university permission and an approved work permit.
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Programs
Computer Science programs in Dubai
- Computer Science at BITS Dubai· ₹26 lakh – ₹30 lakh
- Computer Science at Manipal Dubai· ₹27 lakh – ₹34 lakh
- Computer Science at Middlesex Dubai· ₹28 lakh – ₹34 lakh
- Computer Science at Amity Dubai· ₹29 lakh – ₹35 lakh
- Computer Science at UOWD· ₹28 lakh – ₹37 lakh
- Computer Science at Heriot-Watt Dubai· ₹29 lakh – ₹38 lakh
- Computer Science at RIT Dubai· ₹32 lakh – ₹39 lakh
- Computer Science at Murdoch Dubai· ₹33 lakh – ₹39 lakh
- Computer Science at Curtin Dubai· ₹33 lakh – ₹39 lakh
- Computer Science at CUD· ₹33 lakh – ₹39 lakh
- Computer Science at University of Dubai· ₹33 lakh – ₹39 lakh
- Computer Science at Birmingham Dubai· ₹32 lakh – ₹43 lakh
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