Abu Dhabi University (ADU) has expanded its academic portfolio to 65 with the launch of 21 innovative, future-focused programmes for the 2025–2026 academic year. These new offerings are designed to address emerging market needs in critical sectors such as artificial intelligence, cybersecurity, healthcare, digital media, education, and law.
Approved by the Commission for Academic Accreditation (CAA), the programmes span undergraduate, postgraduate, and doctoral levels, offering students access to a comprehensive and industry-aligned learning experience. The move reflects ADU’s continued commitment to producing graduates who are ready to lead in a knowledge-based, diversified economy.
“With our students being at the core of our offering at ADU, we aim to provide world-class programs that equip future leaders with the knowledge and skills necessary to thrive in today’s dynamic job market. Our strategically curated programs have been developed using robust market intelligence to address unmet industry needs and prepare our graduates to fill critical talent gaps. By regularly realigning our curriculum with evolving industry needs, not only are we enhancing educational outcomes and graduate employability, but also actively contributing to the UAE’s economic visions,”
said Professor Ghassan Aouad, Chancellor of Abu Dhabi University.
New Undergraduate and Postgraduate Degrees
The expanded academic offering includes new undergraduate programmes such as:
- Bachelor of Arts in International Relations
- Bachelor of Arts in Psychology
- Bachelor of Arts in Video Game Design
- Bachelor of Science in Artificial Intelligence
- Bachelor of Science in Renewable Sustainable Energy Engineering
- Bachelor of Science in Clinical Psychology and Mental Health
At the postgraduate level, ADU now offers degrees in high-demand specialisations including:
- MA in Digital Communication and Technology
- MSc in Cybersecurity
- MSc in Artificial Intelligence
- MSc in Fintech
- MSc in Strategic Digital Transformation
- Master of Law in Cyberlaw and Artificial Intelligence
- Master of Public Health
- Master of Education in Educational Technologies and AI
- MSc in Clinical Psychology and Mental Health
- MA in Applied Behaviour Analysis
- MSc in Healthcare Leadership
Doctoral Expansion in High-Impact Fields
The university has also added four PhD programmes:
- PhD in Law
- PhD in Education
- PhD in Intelligent Systems Engineering
- PhD in Engineering Management
These doctoral pathways will help advance research and innovation in fields that are shaping the future of work, governance, and society.
Supporting a Skilled and Future-Ready Workforce
Graduates from these programmes will be equipped for roles such as:
- Cybersecurity analysts
- AI and machine learning engineers
- Digital transformation consultants
- Legal experts in cyberlaw
- Healthcare leaders
- Educational technology specialists
By offering these programmes, Abu Dhabi University continues to create flexible pathways for both high school graduates and working professionals, ensuring academic and career progression in line with national goals.
The university remains steadfast in its investment in academic innovation and student success, fostering an environment where learners can thrive personally, professionally, and intellectually.
To explore the full list of new programmes, visit www.adu.ac.ae
About Abu Dhabi University:
Abu Dhabi University (ADU) is one of the region’s leading academic institutions, translating the UAE Government’s National Agenda to deliver internationally accredited academic programs and world-class research.
Established in 2003, with campuses across Abu Dhabi, Al Ain, and Dubai, the University serves around 8,700 students from over 100 nationalities. The University is home to five colleges across different disciplines including arts, education, social sciences, business, engineering, health sciences, and law, while offering a diverse range of over 65 undergraduate and graduate programs.
According to the Times Higher Education (THE) World University Rankings 2025, ADU ranks 191 globally. Additionally, it ranks fourth in the UAE and 172nd globally for its research quality, and it is among the top three universities in the UAE, while holding the number one position in the teaching pillar. Additionally, THE Rankings has recognized the University’s Business and Economics subject area as number one in the UAE and the Arab region.
The University has made an impressive performance in THE Young University Rankings 2024, ranking in the 60th position globally among the world’s best universities that are 50 years or younger. Furthermore, the University jumped to 70th place in the prestigious THE Asia University Rankings 2025 and was ranked first in the UAE for graduate employability as per the 2025 Global University Employability Ranking.
Parallelly, ADU ranks 391 globally, according to the 2026 edition of the QS World University Rankings, advancing 110 places and 5th in the UAE, up 2 positions from the previous year.
ADU continues to empower faculty and students with state-of-the-art resources, facilities, and learning opportunities that foster innovation and support research-based problem-solving. The University maintains strong international collaborations with leading academic institutions and public and private sector organizations, with institutional accreditation from the Western Association of Schools and Colleges’ Senior College and University Commission (WASC).