Doctor of Philosophy - Artificial Intelligence - AI

Doctoral degree, Computing and IT. University of Birmingham Dubai, Dubai, Dubai, United Arab Emirates.

Level: Doctoral degree
Field: Computing and IT
School: University of Birmingham Dubai
Location: Dubai, Dubai, United Arab Emirates
Tuition (first year): 1,42,880 AED
Application fee: Free
Earliest intake: Sept 2027
Living costs (school estimate): 66,000 AED a year
School type: Public

Program overview

Doctor of Philosophy - Artificial Intelligence - AI is a doctoral degree program in computing and IT at University of Birmingham Dubai, a public institution in Dubai, Dubai, United Arab Emirates, founded in 2018.

First-year tuition is listed at 1,42,880 AED and the application fee at Free. The earliest intake currently open is Sept 2027.

Cost of the first year

Plan for about 2,08,880 AED for the first year before travel, insurance and visa fees.

Figures are as listed in October 2026. Schools revise tuition every year, so confirm the current amount with the school before you pay a deposit.

Item	Amount (AED)
Tuition, first year	1,42,880 AED
Living costs, first year (school estimate)	66,000 AED
Application fee (one time)	Free
Estimated first-year total	2,08,880 AED

Plan for the Sept 2027 intake

Working back from a Sept 2027 start, this is a realistic plan. Popular programs can fill early, so the earlier end of each window is safer.

By	Step
November 2026	Shortlist programs, check entry requirements and book your English test.
January 2027	Prepare your statement of purpose, references and transcripts, then apply.
March 2027	Receive offers, compare total costs and accept one.
May 2027	Pay the deposit, gather funds evidence and apply for the student visa.
August 2027	Book travel and accommodation once the visa is approved.

Entry requirements and documents

University of Birmingham Dubai sets the exact entry requirements for Doctor of Philosophy - Artificial Intelligence - AI. For a doctoral degree, applicants usually need the following.

English test requirements are set by the school. IELTS Academic, TOEFL and PTE Academic are the most widely accepted.

A master's degree (some schools accept an outstanding bachelor's degree).
A research proposal and the name of a possible supervisor.
Academic references and a CV with any publications.
A valid passport.
English test results, unless the school waives them.

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Questions students ask

How much is the tuition for Doctor of Philosophy - Artificial Intelligence - AI?

First-year tuition is listed at 1,42,880 AED. Living costs are extra; University of Birmingham Dubai estimates 66,000 AED a year. Confirm the current fee with the school.

What is the application fee?

This program lists no application fee.

When is the next intake?

The earliest intake currently open is Sept 2027. Start your application about eight months before that.

Is Doctor of Philosophy - Artificial Intelligence - AI a degree?

It is listed as a doctoral degree. The school awards the degree on completion.

Can Study Spectra help me apply?

Yes. We check your profile, prepare your documents and submit your application to University of Birmingham Dubai, then help with the visa. The first call is free.

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