De Montfort University [DMU], Dubai Scholarships

Scholarships and Discounts at DMU Dubai

DMU Dubai provides a variety of scholarships and discounts for eligible students, including early application incentives, corporate discounts, family discounts, and financial support for students with determination.

Early Application Discounts

Students who apply and pay their tuition fee deposit before the specified deadline are eligible for an Early Application Discount (EAD) of AED 10,000.

• Foundation Degree students progressing to an Undergraduate degree in September 2025 are not eligible for this discount but may receive AED 7,500 if they apply by March 31, 2025.
• To qualify, students must pay a non-refundable 10% tuition deposit within five working days of receiving their offer. UAE-based students must also submit post-dated cheques for tuition fees.
• The discount applies only to students who have received an Unconditional Offer Letter or a Conditional Offer Letter from DMU Dubai.
• The university reserves the right to extend EAD offers, with any updates published on its website.

Full Advance Payment Discount

Students who pay their full annual tuition fee before September 1, 2025, for the September intake receive a 3% discount on the net tuition fee.

• If an offer letter is received after the deadline, students must pay in full within seven days to qualify.
• Payments must be made in cash, by current-dated cheque, or bank transfer.
• This discount applies to international students and those who initially paid a deposit and later decide to pay in full.
• The discount is calculated after deducting any other applicable scholarships or discounts.

Corporate Discount

Groups of employees from the same organization enrolling in a postgraduate program for the same intake can receive:

• 3-5 students: 15% discount
• 6-10 students: 25% discount
• 10+ students: 30% discount

To qualify, applicants must provide proof of employment (such as an employment letter, payslip, or company ID). This discount applies regardless of the country of employment and is granted only after the entire group has enrolled.

Family Discount

A Family Discount of AED 3,000 is available when two or more immediate family members enroll in any Foundation, Undergraduate, or Postgraduate program.

• Immediate family includes parents, spouses, and siblings (proof such as a passport, birth certificate, or marriage certificate is required).
• The first enrolled student is not eligible, but subsequent family members can receive the discount.
• The discount applies every year as long as two or more immediate family members remain enrolled in the same academic year.

Students with Determination Discount

Students with a documented disability (physical or mental impairment affecting day-to-day activities) may receive a discount of up to 30% on tuition fees.

• Applicants must provide a medical certificate or report as proof.
• This discount applies to Foundation and Undergraduate programs and continues each year as long as the student meets the eligibility criteria.

Admissions Event Discounts

Students attending Open Days may be eligible for additional discounts, which will be announced in advance on the DMU Dubai website.

Additionally, DMU Dubai may offer financial support for exceptional candidates or students facing financial difficulties. Interested applicants should attend an Admissions Event to discuss their eligibility with the university team.

Scholarships and Awards at DMU Dubai

DMU Dubai offers a range of scholarships and awards to support students in their academic journey. These scholarships recognize excellence in academics, sports, and community engagement.

International Year Zero Progression Award

Students who successfully complete the International Year Zero programme at DMU Dubai and progress to an undergraduate programme are eligible for a tuition discount:

• 30% discount for students achieving a distinction.
• 25% discount for students who pass the programme.

International Student Scholarship

A scholarship of up to 40% of tuition fees is available for a maximum of 50 international students.

• Open to applicants for Foundation, Undergraduate, and Postgraduate programmes.
• Awarded based on academic excellence, sports achievements, or community engagement.
• Applicants must be non-UAE citizens or permanent residents and have lived overseas for at least the past 12 months.
• Scholarships are typically awarded for one academic year, with students on multi-year programmes invited to reapply based on their performance and engagement.

Sports Scholarship

A scholarship of up to 30% of tuition fees is available for up to 30 students who have excelled in sports at a national or international level.

• Open to students applying for Foundation and Undergraduate programmes.
• Recipients are expected to actively participate in their sport on behalf of the university.
• Scholarships are awarded for one academic year, with the possibility of renewal based on performance and engagement.

Community Engagement Scholarship

A scholarship of up to 30% of tuition fees is available for up to 30 students who have made a significant positive impact in their local or national communities.

• Open to students applying for Foundation and Undergraduate programmes.
• Recipients are expected to engage in community initiatives at university events.
• Scholarships are awarded for one academic year, with renewal based on ongoing contribution and performance.

Postgraduate Excellence Awards

Students applying for any postgraduate programme can receive a scholarship of up to 30%, awarded based on:

• Academic excellence
• Sports achievements
• Community engagement

Recipients are expected to continue contributing to their recognized area of excellence throughout their studies.

Alumni Scholarship

A 25% tuition fee discount is available for students applying to postgraduate programmes who have previously completed an undergraduate degree at DMU Dubai or DMU Leicester.

Academic Merit Scholarships

These scholarships recognize high-achieving undergraduate students based on their previous academic performance.

• Open to students who have completed a Foundation degree at a university other than DMU Dubai.
• International Year Zero graduates from DMU Dubai are not eligible (they qualify for the International Year Zero Progression Award instead).
• Postgraduate students are not eligible for this scholarship.

Eligible students receive a 20%, 25%, or 30% tuition fee discount, based on their academic scores:

The Academic Merit Scholarship applies for the first year and can be renewed annually if:

• The student was awarded the scholarship in the previous year.
• They continue their undergraduate studies at DMU Dubai.
• They maintain an average score of 70% or higher each year.

For more details and to apply for scholarships, contact the DMU Dubai Admissions Office.