Founded in 2006, Canadian University of Dubai (CUD) offers a Canadian based curriculum in the heart of Dubai, within the culture and values of the United Arab Emirates (UAE).

CUD is a student-focused university where every student is an important member of the university family. Student success in the classroom and after graduation is very important to the professors, administrators and founders of CUD. Students are involved in many different types of extra-curricular activities including: community fundraising, leadership activities, sporting events and friendship building social activities.

With students representing 86 different nationalities, CUD is truly a multi-cultural institution, reflective of both Canadian and UAE society. Our students are forming extensive networks across continents.

MESSAGE FROM THE BOARD OF TRUSTEES

In pursuit of academic excellence, Canadian University of Dubai was founded as a visionary initiative. Determined to leverage on North American and European diverse learning culture, the University is committed to provide a plethora of opportunities in work, research, and learning. Additionally, the curriculum, teaching methods and support services are provided by proficient and enthusiastic Canadian and European faculty who teach programs that suit learners' needs for a labour market of ever changing competition.

The University offers a wide spectrum of education choices for the aspiring learners to carve a niche in respective fields complemented by practices to hone their skills before they enter into a certificate, diploma or degree program.

Canadian University of Dubai has joined with a panel of globally renowned education and corporate institutions to provide guidance and motivation for intelligent and deserving students.  CUD is licensed by UAE Ministry of Higher Education and is well equipped with the ultra-modern technology spread across buildings, classrooms, laboratories and electronic facilities.

MR. BUTI SAEED AL GHANDI

Chairman,
Emirates Investment and Development

MR. ABDULLA MOHD OBAIDALLAH

Board of Director,
Emirates Investment and Development

PROF. KARIM CHELLI

Chief Executive Officer,
Dubai Education

HON. ALDEA LANDRY

Former Cabinet Minister
and Deputy Premier for the
province of New Brunswick

HON. BRIAN TOBIN

Former Premier of Newfoundland, Canada

MR. GARTH JACKSON

Former Assistant Deputy Minister of the Ontario
Ministry of Education and Training

RICHARD MALETTE

Senior Financial Advisor,
Assante Wealth Management

MR. TERENCE BIRD

Principal and Chief Executive Officer,
T C Bird Enterprises Inc.

DR. DENIS LAPALME

Psychologist,
Ontario Provincial Police