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Bachelor’s Degrees
To enrol in a bachelor’s degree, you will need to meet the University’s minimum academic and English language requirements.
For more information, visit the enrolling at UOWD page.
Academic Requirements
The minimum academic entry requirements and admission criteria for UOWD depend upon the type of high school curriculum you have followed. The minimum requirements based on the most common high school systems are outlined below:
| School System | Bachelor Degree Advanced Entry (3 Years) |
Bachelor Degree Direct Entry (4 Years) |
|---|---|---|
| UAE Al-Thanawiyya Al-Aama |
N/A | 70% |
| Arab Countries Al-Thanawiyyah Al-Aama |
N/A | 70% |
| American High School Diploma | Overall average grade of C (70% or 2.5/4.0) + SAT 1100 |
Overall average grade of C (70% or 2.5/4.0) |
| Bangladesh HSC |
GPA of 4.0 / 5.0 | GPA of 3.0 / 5.0 |
| Brazil Brazil Higher Secondary Certificate |
N/A | 60% |
| British GCE Curriculum | Minimum 5 IGCSE/GCSE subjects – Grade D and Minimum of 3 A level subjects – Grade CCD Completion of Year 13 |
Minimum 5 IGCSE/GCSE subjects – Grade D and 2 AS or 1 A level subject (s) – Grade D Completion of Year 13 |
| Chinese Senior High School | 80% | 60% |
| Colombia Título de Bachiller Académico |
N/A | 3 out of 5 or 6 out of 10 |
| International Baccalaureate Diploma | 25 Points | 21 Points |
| India CBSE Grade 12 |
10.5 | 7 |
| Calculated from the positional grades in English or Hindi, plus the best four remaining externally examined subjects (A1 = 4, A2 = 3.5, B1 = 3, B2 = 2.5, C1 = 2, C2 = 1.5, D1 = 1, D2 = 0.5) | ||
| India ICSE Grade 12 |
77% | 55% |
| Iran Pre-University Certificate |
14 | 11 |
| Japan Upper Secondary School Diploma |
3.8 out of 5 | 2.5 out of 5 |
| Kenya | 60 | 31 |
| Mexico | N/A | 6 out of 10 |
| Nepal School Leaving Certificate Examination |
3 out of 4 | 2.3 out of 4 |
| Nigeria WAEC & NECO |
N/A | Minimum of 7 subjects with no more than 1 “Pass” |
| Pakistan Higher Secondary School Certificate |
88% | 65% |
| CIS Countries Attestat |
N/A | Average 3/5 |
| South Korea CSAT |
77.5% | 70% |
Notes:
- Students with qualifications from other curriculum should contact the Student Recruitment and Admissions department at UOWD to determine their eligibility.
| School System | Bachelor of Engineering (Honours) (4 Years) |
|---|---|
| UAE Al-Thanawiyya Al-Aama |
75% |
| Arab Countries Al-Thanawiyya Al-Aama |
Equivalent to UAE Al-Thanawiyyah Al-Aama requirement |
| American High School Diploma | Overall average grade of C (70% or 2.5/4.0) + SAT 1100 |
| Bangladesh HSC |
GPA of 4.0 / 5.0 |
| British GCE Curriculum | Minimum 5 IGCSE/GCSE subjects – Grade D and Minimum of 3 A levels – Grade CCD Completion of Year 13 |
| Chinese Senior High School | 80% |
| International Baccalaureate Diploma | 25 Points |
| India CBSE Grade 12 |
10.5 Calculated from the positional grades in English or Hindi, plus the best four remaining externally examined subjects (A1 = 4, A2 = 3.5, B1 = 3, B2 = 2.5, C1 = 2, C2 = 1.5, D1 = 1, D2 = 0.5) |
| India ICSE Grade 12 |
77% |
| Iran Pre-University Certificate |
14 |
| Japan Upper Secondary School Diploma |
3.8 out of 5 |
| Kenya | 60 |
| Nepal School Leaving Certificate Examination |
3 out of 4 |
| Pakistan Higher Secondary School Certificate |
88% |
| South Korea CSAT |
77.5% |
Notes:
- All Engineering students are required to take the placement test unless they are specifically exempted. For further details click here.
English Language Requirements
At UOWD, all classes are taught in English and in order to enrol in a bachelor’s degree you will need to submit one of the following certificate of English language proficiency:
| English Proficiency Test | Bachelor Degree Advance Entry (3 Years)* |
Bachelor Degree Direct Entry (4 Years)** |
|---|---|---|
| IELTS Academic |
Overall IELTS (Academic) score of 6.0 & Minimum score of 6.0 in Reading & Writing, 5.0 in Listening & Speaking |
Overall IELTS (Academic) score of 5.0 |
| TOEFL Internet-based |
79 with not less than 18 in Reading and Writing, 16 in Listening and Speaking |
40 overall |
| Pearson Test of English (PTE) Academic |
54 over all with Minimum 54 PTE Communicative Skill Scores | 42 overall |
Notes:
* Students with a minimum overall score of 6.0 in academic IELTS and no more than one score (either in reading or writing) between 5.0 and 6.0 will be given the opportunity to complete a remedial subject in the first trimester as a condition for progression.
** Students with a minimum overall score of 6.0 in academic IELTS (or equivalent) and a minimum score of 6.0 in reading and writing(or equivalent) are eligible for advanced standing for English Language subjects.
| English Proficiency Test | Bachelor Degree Advance Entry (3 Years)* |
Bachelor Degree Direct Entry (4 Years)** |
|---|---|---|
| IELTS Academic |
Overall IELTS (Academic) score of 6.0 & Minimum score of 6.0 in Reading, Writing, Listening & Speaking |
Overall IELTS (Academic) score of 5.0 |
| TOEFL Internet-based |
79 with not less than 18 in Reading & Writing, 17 Listening and Speaking |
40 overall |
| Pearson Test of English (PTE) Academic |
54 over all with Minimum 54 PTE Communicative Skill Scores | 42 overall |
Notes:
* Students with IELTS 6.0 and scores no less than 6 in each band could be admitted with the condition to successfully complete a remedial subject in first trimester.
** Students with a minimum overall score of 6.0 in academic IELTS (or equivalent) and a minimum score of 6.0 in reading and writing(or equivalent) are eligible for advanced standing for English Language subjects.
| English Proficiency Test | Bachelor Degree Advance Entry (3 Years)* |
Bachelor Degree Direct Entry (4 Years)** |
|---|---|---|
| IELTS Academic |
Overall IELTS (Academic) score of 6.5 & Minimum score of 6.0 in Reading, Writing, Listening & Speaking |
Overall IELTS (Academic) score of 5.0 |
| TOEFL Internet-based |
86 with not less than 18 in Reading & Writing, 17 Listening and Speaking |
40 overall |
| Pearson Test of English (PTE) Academic |
62 overall with Minimum 54 PTE Communicative Skill Scores | 42 overall |
| English Language Testing | Bachelor of Engineering (Honours) Degree |
|---|---|
| IELTS Academic |
Overall IELTS (Academic) score of 6.0 & Minimum score of 6.0 in Reading, Writing, Listening & Speaking |
| TOEFL Internet-based |
79 with not less than 18 in Reading & Writing, 17 Listening and Speaking |
| Pearson Test of English (PTE) Academic |
54 over all with Minimum 54 PTE Communicative Skill Scores |
Notes:
Students with a minimum overall score of 6.0 in academic IELTS and no more than one score (either in reading or writing) between 5.0 and 6.0 will be given the opportunity to complete a remedial subject in the first trimester as a condition for progression.
English Test
English language programs for University studies and IELTS preparation are available at the University’s English Language Centre.
Note: UOWD accepts only IELTS Academic taken on paper or on computer at an official test centre. IELTS Online (at-home version) and TOEFL Home Edition are not accepted.
Credit for Prior Learning
If you are seeking advanced standing status, you will need to submit an official academic transcripts showing all courses studied and the grades obtained, syllabus details (including information on course content) for the courses you have successfully completed and an explanation of the grading system.
Placement Tests
All Engineering students are required to take the placement test unless they are specifically exempted. Placement tests are offered for Mathematics and Physics.
Students who do not achieve an overall score of 50% on the Placement test will need to complete the remedial subjects in Mathematics and Physics in their first trimester.
Quick Steps to Take the Placement Test
Note: Students should only register for the placement tests after they have successfully completed all admission requirements.
Need help? Contact Registry at [email protected].
Schedule
| Date | Time | Test | Mode |
|---|---|---|---|
| Saturday, 29 August 2026 | 10:00 AM – 12:00 PM | Mathematics Placement Test | On Campus |
| Saturday, 29 August 2026 | 2:00 PM – 4:00 PM | Physics Placement Test | On Campus |
| Saturday, 5 September 2026 | 10:00 AM – 12:00 PM | Mathematics Placement Test | On Campus |
| Saturday, 5 September 2026 | 2:00 PM – 4:00 PM | Physics Placement Test | On Campus |
| Saturday, 12 September 2026 | 10:00 AM – 12:00 PM | Mathematics Placement Test | On Campus |
| Saturday, 12 September 2026 | 2:00 PM – 4:00 PM | Physics Placement Test | On Campus |
| Friday, 18 September 2026 | 10:00 AM – 12:00 PM | Mathematics Placement Test | On Campus |
| Friday, 18 September 2026 | 2:00 PM – 4:00 PM | Physics Placement Test | On Campus |
| Saturday, 19 September 2026 | 10:00 AM – 12:00 PM | Mathematics Placement Test | On Campus |
| Saturday, 19 September 2026 | 2:00 PM – 4:00 PM | Physics Placement Test | On Campus |
Challenge Tests
Students have the opportunity to take Challenge Tests only before the commencement of their first trimester of study. These tests are designed for students seeking advanced standing in any of the following University Freshman subjects.
Quick Steps to Take the Challenge Test
Note: Students should only register for the challenge tests after they have successfully completed all admission requirements.
Need help? Contact Registry at [email protected].
Schedule
| Date | Time | Test | Mode |
|---|---|---|---|
| Saturday, 29 August 2026 | 10:00 AM – 12:00 PM | Mathematics Challenge Tests | On Campus |
| Saturday, 29 August 2026 | 2:00 PM - 4:00 PM | Physics Challenge Test | On Campus |
| Saturday, 5 September 2026 | 10:00 AM – 12:00 PM | Mathematics Challenge Tests | On Campus |
| Saturday, 5 September 2026 | 2:00 PM - 4:00 PM | Physics Challenge Test | On Campus |
| Saturday, 12 September 2026 | 10:00 AM – 12:00 PM | Mathematics Challenge Tests | On Campus |
| Saturday, 12 September 2026 | 2:00 PM - 4:00 PM | Physics Challenge Test | On Campus |
| Friday, 18 September 2026 | 10:00 AM – 12:00 PM | Mathematics Challenge Tests | On Campus |
| Friday, 18 September 2026 | 2:00 PM - 4:00 PM | Physics Challenge Test | On Campus |
| Saturday, 19 September 2026 | 10:00 AM – 12:00 PM | Mathematics Challenge Tests | On Campus |
| Saturday, 19 September 2026 | 2:00 PM - 4:00 PM | Physics Challenge Test | On Campus |
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