A Leap towards the Future of Healthcare
Student Exchange, Study Abroad Programs
The College of Health Sciences (CoHS) international programs offer visiting undergraduate students a unique opportunity to indulge into the academic, industry, cultural, and social life in United Arab Emirates (UAE). As an international student at the College of Health Sciences, you will join a top-notch college in UAE and the region with distinct and unique programs, approaches, and learning methods. Our college provides state-of-the-art integrated programs in health sciences that prepare graduates to succeed as tomorrow’s healthcare professionals. You will be taught by diligent faculty members that work hard to deliver cutting-edge healthcare research and career-oriented experiences and proactively engage with and contribute to the communities in which we live and work. In addition, you will enjoy the diversity of our faculty and student bodies from more than 20 nationalities at our vibrant campuses in Abu Dhabi and Al-Ain campuses.
International Officer of College of Health Sciences
Dr. Nisreen Hassan Alwan
Why Study at CoHS?
The only college in UAE and MENA region with APHEA accreditation for the BSc. in Public Health
The only college in UAE offering a BSc. in Public Health and BSc. in Molecular and Medical Genetics
Fully accredited in the UAE and the US (WASC)
Five unique market-oriented undergraduate programs
Top-notch lab facilities
A diverse and vibrant student body
Diverse faculty from top international universities
Global partnerships with top universities
Partners with more than 30 industrial, academic, and healthcare institutions
High-level preparation for professional certifications
500 undergraduate alumni
Exciting training and internship opportunities
On-campus accommodation available for students
Flexible schedules to suit working students
Program Information
At the CoHS, we offer nationally recognized undergraduate programs in Public Health, Environmental Health and Safety, Biomedical Sciences-Laboratory Medicine, Molecular and Medical Genetics, and Human Nutrition and Dietetics. The Environmental Health and Safety and Public Health programs are carried out across our two campuses in Abu Dhabi and Al-Ain and the remaining three programs are provided in the Abu Dhabi campus only.
Undergraduate Programs
- Bachelor of Science in Public Health
- Bachelor of Science in Environmental Health and Safety
- Bachelor of Science in Biomedical Sciences-Laboratory Medicine
- Bachelor of Science in Molecular and Medical Genetics
- Bachelor of Science in Human Nutrition and Dietetics
Credit Transfer
Abu Dhabi University will provide an official transcript of course grades for your home institution. The home institution decides on credits to be awarded for modules pursued at ADU’s College of Health Sciences.
Entry Requirements
To be eligible, students should hold a minimum GPA of 3.0 and an IELTS score of 6 and above.
Research & Events
Stay Connected
All College of Health Sciences faculty are research active with more than 100 papers published in 2021-2022. Over 17 research projects from the college have received internal and external research funding over the past two years.
In addition, some of the key events that took place in the College in the past few years are:
- Hosting the first Junior Executive Program in Sustainability (JEPS), by the Green Spoon Management Consultancies sponsored by the Abu Dhabi National Energy Company-TAQA
- Mind your Mental Health Symposium in collaboration with Daman, a leading healthcare insurer in UAE
- Seminars on various topics in Environmental and Public Health and Biomedical Sciences
- Workshops carried out to more than 100 teachers from various schools across the UAE tackling various aspects of the health field
- Offering Occupational Health and Safety Professional Certificate to employees in UAE to enhance their skills, promote workplace safety, and become a leader
- Student Activities: The College organizes a rich variety of social, artistic, educational, cultural, environmental, athletic, and other events related to the health sciences field. Students of the CoHS have won awards at many national competitions in the UAE, such as the Undergraduate Research Competition, Innovation Think Tank, Think Science, International Conference on Advanced Materials, Green Youth Majlis of Sustainable Campus Initiative, Sharjah Innovation, Eco City World Summit, and SILA Connect, Public Health Ambassador Program and Public Health Think Tank Competition.
Application and Deadlines
Students must apply through the link
For more information and support on inbound exchange programs, please contact Mr. Ibrahim Odhabi at gmh@adu.ac.ae
For the most up-to-date information regarding deadlines, please check ADU's official calendar
Visa and Immigration
For further information regarding the Visas, please click here
Testimonials
I was attracted to enroll in the Public Health program at Abu Dhabi University since it is one of its kind to be offered as a Bachelor of Science in the UAE. Throughout the course of my degree, I have gained an immense amount of knowledge, both theoretical and practical from professors who are experts in their field. The curriculum of Public Health is very exciting; I have learned so much about the different aspects of public health and I’m confident that it will help me further enrich my career goals and aspirations.
Asma Parvez
Bachelor of Science in Public Health
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The Environmental Health and Safety program has enabled me to develop my skills and obtain better career opportunities. I graduated in Fall 14/15 and I am currently working as EHS Manager at Abu Dhabi Ports.
During my undergraduate degree in the College of Health Sciences, I was able to acquire a high standard of knowledge and information. I also had the opportunity to participate in workshops and conferences where I met people from different industry sectors. All of this was possible due to the continuous support from the professional faculty, who focus on linking the theoretical part of the program with industry.
Mohamed Al Hosani
Bachelor of Science in Environmental Health and Safety
International Student Visits
The College of Health and Science has agreements to host students from universities across the world for several durations. The visit includes sessions from faculty on a wide range of topics related to the many fields of health, industry visits, interactions with the host students, and visits to important cultural destinations in the UAE.
For further details, please contact Dr. Nisreen Alwan, Internationalization Officer, at nisreen.alwan@adu.ac.ae or call 02 5015647.
ADU Student Housing and Residence Life
Discover different cultures, meet new people, and establish life-long friendships with all the conveniences of home in Abu Dhabi University dorms.
Our segregated facilities are perfectly located on campus with access to a range of recreational facilities, shopping centers, and food outlets. There is transportation for shopping trips, and other public transportation facilities are also available and easy to use.
ADU Student Housing offers various residential options ranging from private to double shared occupancy. For the academic year 2021-2022, 163 and 173 rooms are available in the Female Dormitory and Male Dormitory, respectively.
For further information regarding ADU's residence, please click here
How to Apply to ADU Student Housing
- Secure a room and confirm the cost by sending an email to studenthousing@adu.ac.ae with your name, ID, contact number, required room type, and joining semester/term or period.
- Then, click 'How To Apply' and click on the application that matches your status.
- For assistance, send an email to studenthousing@adu.ac.ae. or call 025015680.
