Graduate Studies

Graduate Studies Admissions

For maximum flexibility the HCT Post Graduate Programs uses a model of continuous intake. It is in other words possible to apply and join the master programs at any time.

Admission Criteria

  • All applicants to the HCT masters’ program needs to:
    • Hold a Bachelor’s degree or its academic equivalent from a UAE recognized institution/program, usually in a relevant area of study with a minimum GPA of 3.0 out of 4.0, or its equivalent.
    • Have a recent paper based IELTS exam with a minimum score of 6, respectively, or its equivalent, using a standardized test approved by HCT. One exception applies (native speaker of English, who has completed his/her undergraduate education in an English-medium institution in a country where the official first language is English, is exempted from this condition)
  • Applicants to the MBA program must also have relevant managerial work experience.
  • Conditional admission may be granted to applicants who do not fully meet all the necessary requirements for admission.
  • The HCT graduate program is open to all nationalities.
  • For admission criteria to the Doctor of Business Administration (DBA) program please refer to the DBA information page.

Apply

To apply please submit the following to Academic Services at any of the Colleges offering the program:

  • Completed Application Form
  • Copy of your Bachelor Degree certified by the Ministry of Higher Education and Scientific Research
  • Copy of your official transcript (stamped by your university or college)
  • Copy of your IELTS results
  • If applying to the MBA program: an original copy of a recommendation letter from your employer stating relevant years of experience as well as job designation (could be more than one)
  • Valid passport copy
  • Family Book, if applicable
  • Three passport photos