Founded in 2008, Murdoch University Dubai is a branch campus of the Australian institution, located in Dubai International Academic City. His Excellency Sheikh Nahayan bin Mubarak Al Nahayan inaugurated the campus, which holds licensing from Dubai's Knowledge and Human Development Authority. All programs undergo regular quality reviews by Australian administration, with degrees awarded by Murdoch University Australia.

The university serves approximately 5,000 students in Dubai's economic free zone dedicated to higher education, spanning 18 million square feet and housing thirty-seven international branch campuses. Instruction occurs in both English and Arabic.

Academic offerings have received world-class certification for eighty-five percent of disciplines. The institution ranks among the top one hundred young universities globally according to Times Higher Education. Students design individual study programs based on personal interests and capabilities, with options to combine study and employment.

Graduate outcomes are strong, with all students securing positions in highly rated companies within three months of graduation. Career opportunities include access to partner companies offering employment in Dubai.

Campus facilities include academic buildings, film studio, computer laboratories, library, and public transport access. The location provides advantages of Dubai's beaches, warm waters, year-round sunshine, high living standards, and low crime rates. The multicultural environment extends both within the university and throughout the UAE.

Admission requires secondary school certificate, TOEFL scores minimum 550 paper-based or 79-80 internet-based with writing component 24, and two teacher recommendations. Additional costs include registration fee, guarantee deposit, visa documentation package, and medical insurance.