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writing by the Dean and Department Chair. in the organization at which they initially enrolled, approval (Accreditation of the university) first before Based on the committee’s recommendations, the student
demonstrated by certified transcripts or other evidence; transferring the courses. might be readmitted either by:
Conditional Admission:
3. The transfer of credits may be accepted towards a. Reactivating his/her account in case any of his/her Abu
Applicants may be required to satisfy the following condition fulfilling the requirements for a university degree Re-admission Procedure Dhabi University courses are counted.
before granted regular admission to the program: provided they are deemed equivalent (relevant and
Submission of an Equivalency letter from the Ministry of at the appropriate level of study) to a specific course This policy applies to: b. Creating a new account: in case that all his/her Abu
Dhabi University courses are not counted.
Higher Education and Scientific Research for students who and program. The Dean of the appropriate College a. Former Abu Dhabi University students, whose
graduated from universities outside the UAE by the end of will decide what credits can be transferred towards the enrolment at Abu Dhabi University has been Once readmission is granted, the student has to pay the
the first semester. completion of an ADU program; voluntarily or involuntarily interrupted/stopped, admission application and registration fees or reactivation
fees.
Students will be given a grace period of one semester to 4. The credits have been earned at the postgraduate level including academic suspension, for more than two
consecutive semesters (excluding summer semesters)
submit the equivalency letter. If they fail to submit it on from a federal or licensed institution in the UAE or a or more than four discrete semesters (excluding Upon withdrawal, students must know and understand
time, their accounts will be deactivated and they will not recognized foreign institution of higher learning; summer semesters) during the whole period of study. that readmission is not certain and is contingent upon an
be allowed to register for the following semester. However, 5. Only a student who is in good academic standing (CGPA Those semesters include the semesters from which interview with the student may be required. The committee
students have to approach the Admissions, Enrollment & of 3.0 or higher on a 4.0 scale, or equivalent) is eligible the student has withdrawn from the semester with will evaluate the students’ Abu Dhabi University transcripts
International Relations Department in writing in case they for transfer to an Abu Dhabi University postgraduate the approval of the concerned Dean. and course syllabi and will have a comprehensive
are not able to submit the equivalency letter by the end of program of study similar to that from which the student reevaluation of the student petition.
the grace period. A committee with decide on each case is transferring; b. Former Abu Dhabi University students who formally
based on the documentation provided. withdrew from the university by filling a Withdraw Visiting Students
6. The student has received grades of at least B, or 3.0 out University Form.
Once conditionally admitted students meet the above of 4.0 or its equivalent, and the coursework is deemed
condition, they will be granted regular admission. comparable to what is required in the specific degree c. Students who were dismissed from the University Visiting students are students attending courses or
undertaking postgraduate research, with the prior
program; except for those who were dismissed for academic approval from the Colleges concerned, without seeking a
Authentication 7. Credit transfer will not be granted twice for substantially integrity violations (these students will not be re- degree at Abu Dhabi University. They will normally:
admitted).
the same course taken at two different institutions; a. Provide evidence of proficiency in the English
The University has the responsibility of verifying the Those students must petition the Admissions, Enrollment
authenticity of certificates presented by applicants. To 8. The course credit hours to be transferred are equal & International Relations Department in writing for language;
satisfy the following conditions of attestation, certificates or higher to the credit hours of Abu Dhabi University readmission to the University indicating the semester for b. Participate, at their choice, in registered course-work,
issued by universities following the UAE curriculum must: courses; readmission is being requested stating the following: and sit for the examinations set for that course, and;
1. Be original certificates or an attested copy, 9. Transfer credits may be given for equivalent Abu 1. Reasons for leaving Abu Dhabi University and reasons c. Be given, at their request, a transcript of courses taken
Dhabi University courses when, in the opinion of for returning; at Abu Dhabi University.
2. Show grades received for each subject, and the appropriate Dean and Professors, the learning
3. Be attested by the issuing University, and the UAE outcomes of the proposed transfer courses and the 2. Evidence proving that all conditions for readmission Documents required for Admission of visiting
have been fulfilled;
Ministry of Higher Education. level of study are deemed equivalent to that of Abu students are as follows:
If a certificate is issued by a private university outside the Dhabi University’s course(s). 3. Current contact information; 1. Completed online application form with the required
UAE, the student must then submit an equivalency letter Postgraduate students may apply for credit transfer for 4. Medical report for students who withdraw from Abu application fee;
for his/her bachelor’s degree. courses taken prior to joining Abu Dhabi University once Dhabi University for reasons of illness;
only when they first apply for admission to Abu Dhabi 2. Official transcript from the University at which the
DBA applicant must submit an equivalency letter for his/ University. Courses taught in English language only may 5. Clearance from the Finance Department at Abu Dhabi student is registered;
her bachelor and /Master’s degree. be transferred to Abu Dhabi University. Credit should not University. 3. Copy of passport;
be counted twice towards awards. Therefore, credit cannot 6. Valid IELTS, academic or equivelnt approved English
Credit Transfer be transferred from a Master degree that the student has tests, Valid Passport, Visa and UAE National ID Card 4. 2 photographs;
already achieved to the one he/she is planning to pursue.
Transfer credits may be applied towards a postgraduate If the student meets the current admission requirements, 5. Copy of TOEFL/IELTS or any other proof of English
degree if the following conditions are met: The maximum approved transfer credits that may be a committee comprised of the Provost, UC Dean, Head of proficiency;
applied towards a postgraduate degree program must not the Office of Academic Integrity, Dean of the concerned 6. No objection letter from Registrar Office from the
exceed 25% of the total credit hours. Credits earned for college, Head of Admissions, Enrollment & International
1. Official transcripts and course syllabi from other thesis work cannot be transferred. All proposed transfer University at which the student is registered.
universities for credit transfer, credits must be approved by the respective Dean and Relations Department and the Registrar will look into Students who opt to complete the degree in Abu Dhabi in
the request and decide on case by case basis. In some
2. Students transferring from other institutions into the Program Director and then communicated to the student. cases, an interview with the student may be required. The Abu Dhabi University and change their status to regular
same program major should be in good academic Official transcripts, as well as official course syllabi from the committee will evaluate students Abu Dhabi University students must meet the admission requirement. Please
standing (for undergraduates, a minimum CGPA previous institution, must be sent to the Admissions Office transcripts and course syllabi. New admission policies refer to the current admission policy and credit transfer
of a 3.0 on a 4.0 scale, or equivalent) based on the in order to process requests for the transfer of credits. might apply whenever appropriate including entrance and policy if applicable.
teaching, learning and assessment system employed Courses taken outside the UAE are subject to the Ministry’s language tests.

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