Programs and Courses at the University of Sharjah

The University of Sharjah (UoS) is one of the UAE’s leading academic institutions, offering a wide range of undergraduate, graduate, and doctoral programs across 15 colleges. The university places strong emphasis on research, innovation, sustainability, healthcare, engineering excellence, arts, and culture.

Academic Colleges at UoS

College	Focus Areas
Medicine	Medical learning, clinical training, healthcare research
Dental Medicine	Dental surgery and oral health sciences
Pharmacy	Pharmaceutical sciences, pharmacology, clinical pharmacy
Health Sciences	Diagnostics, rehabilitation, public health
Engineering	Architectural, mechanical, nuclear, civil, energy, electrical
Computing & Informatics	Computer science, cybersecurity, AI, data systems
Business Administration	Finance, management, marketing, accounting
Arts, Humanities, Social Sciences	Languages, sociology, media, cultural studies
Fine Arts & Design	Visual communications, interior design, fashion
Law	UAE & international legal systems, arbitration, jurisprudence
Sharia & Islamic Studies	Islamic law, jurisprudence, interpretation
Sciences	Chemistry, physics, biology, remote sensing
Communication	Journalism, radio/TV, broadcasting, media production
Architecture, Art & Design	Architecture, urban planning, built environment
Graduate Studies & Research	Master’s and PhD research schools

Official University Site: https://www.sharjah.ac.ae/
Program Catalogue (Latest PDF): https://www.sharjah.ac.ae/-/media/project/uos/sites/uos/research/publications/uos_catalog_2023-2024.pdf

Bachelor’s Degree Programs (Complete List)

College	Bachelor’s Programs Offered
Medicine	MBBS (Medicine & Surgery)
Dental Medicine	Bachelor of Dental Surgery (BDS)
Pharmacy	Bachelor of Pharmacy (BPharm)
Health Sciences	Audiology & Speech-Language Pathology, Biomedical Informatics, Clinical Nutrition & Dietetics, Environmental Health Sciences, Medical Diagnostic Imaging, Medical Laboratory Sciences, Nursing, Physiotherapy
Engineering	Architectural Engineering, Chemical & Water Desalination Engineering, Civil Engineering, Computer Engineering, Cybersecurity Engineering, Electrical & Electronics Engineering, Industrial Engineering & Engineering Management, Mechanical Engineering, Nuclear Engineering, Sustainable & Renewable Energy Engineering
Business Administration	Accounting, Finance, Supply Chain Management, Business Administration (Management/Marketing), Business Information Systems
Computing & Informatics	Computer Science, Information Technology & Multimedia
Arts, Humanities & Social Sciences	Arabic Language & Literature, English Language & Literature, History & Islamic Civilization, Sociology, International Relations, Family Counseling, Early Childhood, Translation, Mass Communication (PR, Electronic Journalism, Broadcasting, Digital Media)
Fine Arts & Design	Fashion & Textile Design, Fine Arts, Graphic Design & Multimedia, Interior Design, Visual Communication
Law	Bachelor of Law (LLB)
Sharia & Islamic Studies	Sharia Foundations, Jurisprudence
Sciences	Applied Biology, Chemistry, Mathematics, Physics, Petroleum Geosciences & Remote Sensing

Undergraduate Admissions: https://www.sharjah.ac.ae/Admissions/Undergraduate

Master’s Degree Programs (Sample)

Field	Master’s Programs
Business	MBA, Accounting, HR & Organizational Behavior
Engineering	Civil Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Nuclear Engineering
Computing	Computer Science, Information Systems Management
Sciences	Chemistry, Applied Physics, Molecular Biology
Health	Public Health, Clinical Nutrition, Medical Laboratory Research
Law	Public & Private Law
Arts & Education	Translation, Applied Sociology, Education Leadership

Graduate Admissions: https://www.sharjah.ac.ae/Admissions/Graduate

PhD / Doctoral Programs (Sample)

Field	PhD Programs
Engineering	Electrical, Civil, Mechanical, Nuclear
Science	Chemistry, Physics, Applied Biology
Health Sciences	Public Health, Laboratory Medicine
Business	PhD in Business Administration
Islamic Studies & Law	Doctoral programs in jurisprudence, Islamic sciences

Language of Instruction

Language	Programs
English	Medicine, Dental, Pharmacy, Engineering, Computing, Business, Health Sciences, Science
Arabic	Sharia, Law, Arabic Studies, some Social Sciences

Research Centers & Labs (Examples)

Center	Focus
Research Institute for Medical & Health Sciences	Clinical and biomedical research
Renewable & Sustainable Energy Research Center	Solar, nuclear, sustainability
GIS & Remote Sensing Center	Geospatial science & data systems
Fine Arts Research Lab	Visual and cultural arts

Tuition & Scholarships (Overview)

Student Type	Tuition Range (per year)	Notes
International Students	~AED 30,000–65,000	depends on program
Medical & Dental	AED 85,000–110,000	higher due to clinical training
UAE Nationals	Subsidies, government support	varies
Merit Scholarships	Up to 50% tuition reduction	grades required

FAQs

Q: Does UoS offer online or blended learning?
Yes — several programs include hybrid and flexible learning options.

Q: Is UoS accredited internationally?
Yes — programs like engineering (ABET) and business (AACSB) meet global accreditation standards.

Q: Is the university good for international students?
Absolutely — UoS has a diverse global student community and dedicated support services.

Downloadable Materials

Resource	Link
Full Course Catalog (PDF)	https://www.sharjah.ac.ae/-/media/project/uos/sites/uos/research/publications/uos_catalog_2023-2024.pdf
Undergraduate Admissions Guide	https://www.sharjah.ac.ae/Admissions/Undergraduate
Graduate Admissions Guide	https://www.sharjah.ac.ae/Admissions/Graduate

Final Summary

The University of Sharjah stands out for:

Wide program selection across 15 colleges
Strong research and accreditation standards
Internationally diverse academic community
High relevance to future employment trends in the UAE and globally

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