Abu Dhabi University
(ADU)
About
Abu Dhabi University (ADU) (Arabic: جامعة أبوظبي) is a private research university with its main campus in Khalifa City, Abu Dhabi, United Arab Emirates, and satellite campuses in Al Ain, Dubai and Madinat Zayed. Founded in 2003 by Ali Saeed bin Harmal al-Dhaheri, it is the largest private institution in the country that offers courses in various subjects up to post-graduation.
Ranked Top 201 worldwide across 2 major ranking systems
Ranked in 14 subject rankings
Ranking Overview
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THE
ARWU
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Key Facts
Historical Trend
QS
THE
Top Subjects
Subject Rankings
THE
4 subjects|
Subject
|
Rank
|
Score
|
Year
|
|---|---|---|---|
| Business & Economics | =81 | 57.9 | 2026 |
| Computer Science | 201–250 | 47.1 | 2026 |
| Social Sciences | 251–300 | 42.1 | 2026 |
| Engineering & Technology | 301–400 | 41.5 | 2026 |
QS
8 subjects|
Subject
|
Rank
|
Score
|
Year
|
|---|---|---|---|
| Business & Management Studies | 151-200 | - | 2026 |
| Accounting & Finance | 201-250 | - | 2026 |
| Law & Legal Studies | 251-300 | - | 2025 |
| Engineering & Technology | =386 | 63.3 | 2025 |
| Social Sciences & Management | =388 | 62.1 | 2026 |
| Mechanical, Aeronautical & Manufacturing Engineering | 451-500 | - | 2026 |
| Electrical & Electronic Engineering | 501-550 | - | 2026 |
| Computer Science & Information Systems | 601-650 | - | 2026 |
ARWU
2 subjects|
Subject
|
Rank
|
Score
|
Year
|
|---|---|---|---|
| Business Administration | 201-300 | - | 2025 |
| Management | 401-500 | - | 2024 |