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International Extended Diploma in IT (Level 3)

GBS Dubai

🇦🇪 Dubai, United Arab Emirates

Accredited institution

Tuition

AED 40,000

Duration

12 months

Language

English

Format

On campus

Start dates

January · March · June · September

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Students in a GBS Dubai classroom — practical training at Knowledge Park (gbs.ac.ae)

Overview

The experience

Imagine your life studying in Dubai

Why this program

The International Extended Diploma in IT (Level 3) at GBS Dubai is a 1-year Pearson BTEC Level 3 at Dubai Knowledge Park for AED 40,000 (partner flyer; web: International Extended Diploma in Information Technology). Studying abroad for English-taught technology in the UAE covers programming, cloud, IoT, big data, cybersecurity and an introduction to AI through fully practical delivery.

Fourteen units include Programming, Cloud Storage and Collaboration Tools, Website Development, Cyber Security and Incident Management, Big Data and Business Analytics, Introduction to Artificial Intelligence (AI) and Robotics and Automation (GBS web). Equivalent to three A-levels; gateway to HND Digital Technologies (Cyber Security or AI).

Intakes January, March, June and September. English CEFR B1: IELTS 4.5, PTE 40, TOEFL iBT 35 or Duolingo 65 (partner flyer). Scholarships 25%/35%; €2,000 deposit. Outcomes: software developer, web developer, mobile app designer, programmer, IT support.

Studies & career

What you study

Curriculum

Official modules — a clear structure to compare and decide.

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Units (GBS web): Using Social Media in Business; Programming; Cloud Storage and Collaboration Tools; The Internet of Things; Information Technology Systems – Strategy, Management and Infrastructure (Pearson-set); Creating Systems to Manage Information; Data Modelling; Website Development (Pearson-set); IT Project Management; Big Data and Business Analytics; Introduction to Artificial Intelligence (AI); Cyber Security and Incident Management (Pearson-set); Emerging Trends and Technologies; Introduction to Robotics and Automation.

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About the program

Ideal profile, costs and context — one chapter open at a time.

Program overview

Studying abroad for an International Extended Diploma in IT (Level 3) in Dubai with GBS Dubai means completing in 12 months at Knowledge Park an internationally recognised IT foundation for AED 40,000, with mandatory modules in IT systems, web development, cybersecurity and incident management, plus optional units to personalise your pathway.

Outcomes and progression

Software developer, web/content developer, mobile app designer, games designer, programmer, IT/business analysis support. Progression to HNC/HND Interactive Media, HND Engineering, BSc Information Management for Business and other routes (check entry with each university). Level 3 IT → HND Cyber Security or AI route on the same GBS Dubai campus.

Admission, scholarships and Dubai

Typical eligibility: 16+ with recognised secondary education. English CEFR B1: IELTS 4.5, PTE 40, TOEFL iBT 35 or Duolingo 65 (partner flyer). Intakes January, March, June, September. Scholarships 25%/35%; €2,000 deposit; Mon–Thu ~3 hours/day. UAE visa; no solvency proof (Info PDF). On ApplySite you can compare GBS Dubai’s Level 3 IT and tech HNDs.

Next step

Want to apply to this program?

An official advisor guides you on requirements, dates, and next steps.

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Admissions & dates

Checklist

Admission requirements

Education, language and documents. An advisor confirms the final list for your intake.

  • Education Degree / minimum education Secondary / high-school completion or equivalent for diploma and HND pathways (confirm programme-specific criteria on gbs.ac.ae). English test scores on flyer are overall scores; Academic IELTS and PTE only.
  • Language IELTS: minimum 4.5
  • Language TOEFL: minimum 35
  • Language Duolingo: minimum 65
  • Document Passport
  • Document Degree diploma
  • Document Academic transcripts
  • Document Motivation letter
  • Document English Test

Calendar

Key dates

JanuaryMarchJuneSeptember

How to apply with ApplySite
1. Get direct advising · 2. Upload your documents · 3. The institution reviews your application

Campus & city

Location & campuses

Local context

Student life in the city

Dubai · Dubai

Daily life in Dubai sets the study pace: public libraries, project coworking, embassy events and on-campus hiring fairs. You do not need the whole country mapped in week one — knowing your neighbourhood and transit line already helps.

Until then, use this guide for costs, visa type and study format, and talk to an advisor if you already have a campus in mind. The institution processes admission; we help you track the file.

Dubai Metro's Red and Green lines link DIFC and Dubai Internet City to the airport and Marina; most university campuses cluster in Dubai Academic City, 20 km from downtown, served by bus feeders. The city operates as an air hub between Asia, Europe and Africa. In practice, students in Dubai split time between campus, part-time work (where the visa allows) and neighbourhoods with very different price tags — visit your rental area on a weekend before signing a lease.

Most cities in this guide offer three housing profiles: university residence (expensive, limited spaces, book early), homestay (board included, ideal for the first month) and shared flat (best price-to-autonomy ratio over a full academic year). A homestay family typically provides cultural and practical context that no group chat can replicate.

The academic year in Dubai typically starts in September or October, with a second intake in January or February for eligible programmes. Language schools accept monthly starts at most centres. If you arrive outside the main cycle, a language semester beforehand places you at the right level for the formal programme start. In Dubai the concentration of providers means more varied entry dates than in smaller country cities.

To browse verified programmes and apply through ApplySite: open the catalog, filter by city or programme type, compare institution profiles and submit your application directly to admissions. You do not pay ApplySite — tuition and administrative fees go straight to the institution. An ApplySite advisor follows up with you until you receive a decision.

The first semester in Dubai typically has the highest upfront costs: rental deposit, transit card, course materials and setup expenses. Budget a two-month buffer on top of regular monthly costs before your arrival date.

  • Housing $1,200 – $2,400/mo (estimate)
  • Food $400 – $700/mo
  • Transport $90 – $180/mo
  • Extras $200 – $450/mo

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The institution

About the university

About the university

Studying abroad in Dubai (UAE) with GBS Dubai combines Pearson British qualifications, a campus in Dubai Knowledge Park, English-taught delivery and an international hub linked to metro, tram and the United Arab Emirates economy. The centre is KHDA-permitted, hosts 1,200+ students from 50+ nationalities, and offers global academic progression routes towards bachelor’s and postgraduate awards at partner universities.

Dubai Knowledge Park campus

GBS Dubai campus — Dubai Knowledge Park, at the heart of Dubai’s education and business ecosystem. The official website places the campus 5 minutes’ walk from tram and metro stations, with quick access to Palm Jumeirah, Mall of the Emirates, Dubai Mall and Burj Khalifa. Typical intensity per partner materials: classes Monday–Thursday, around 3 hours daily in the afternoon, with weekday, weekend or evening delivery options (GBS web).

Accreditation and recognition

GBS Dubai operates under KHDA permission and delivers internationally recognised Pearson qualifications within the British qualifications framework. The institution presents itself as an ACCA Gold Approved Learning Partner and works with bodies such as Pearson and ACCA. HNDs equate to the first two years of a bachelor’s degree (Level 5), with top-up routes to degrees at universities worldwide.

Programmes on ApplySite (campus + selected online)

On ApplySite we list the 8 face-to-face campus programmes from the partner flyer plus 2 online awards (excluding only ACCA and the 4-week Global Investment Banking Analyst Programme Online):

  • HND International in Business — 2 years · on campus · AED 40,000/year · pathways: Business, Accounting and Finance, Management, Entrepreneurship, HRM, Marketing, Procurement, Law
  • International Diploma in Business (Level 2) — 6 months · on campus · AED 25,000
  • International Extended Diploma in Business (Level 3) — 1 year · on campus · AED 40,000
  • HND in Healthcare Practices (Healthcare Management) — 2 years · on campus · AED 40,000/year (web: HND in Health and Social Care Practice — Leadership and Management)
  • HND in Digital Technologies (Cyber Security) — 2 years · on campus · AED 40,000/year
  • HND in Construction Management — 2 years · on campus · AED 40,000/year
  • International Extended Diploma in IT (Level 3) — 1 year · on campus · AED 40,000
  • HND in Digital Technologies (Artificial Intelligence) — 2 years · on campus · AED 40,000/year
  • International Extended Diploma in Business (Level 3) Online — 1 year · online · AED 8,350
  • HND International in Business Online — 2 years · online · AED 20,500/year

Official intakes (flyer + web): January, March, June and September.

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Scholarships and funding

Scholarships and funding

pdf). Deposit: first term €2,000. Payments: Source

Trust & credentials

Institution type

Private

Accreditations

KHDA — Knowledge and Human Development Authority (permitted / academic qualifications certified for Dubai) · Pearson — BTEC / HND awarding body (British vocational qualifications) · ACCA Gold Approved Learning Partner (institution partner status — ACCA course not listed on ApplySite)

Gallery

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The path

From application to day one

  1. 01
    Apply

    Request info and share your profile.

  2. 02
    Offer

    The institution reviews and confirms your place.

  3. 03
    Visa

    Prepare documents with ApplySite guidance.

  4. 04
    Arrive

    Settle into your study city.

  5. 05
    Start

    Begin classes on your intake date.

Help & FAQ

FAQ

Frequently asked questions

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Published start windows for this program are: January, March, June, September. Exact enrollment and class dates are confirmed by GBS Dubai by campus and capacity.
The listed reference price is AED 40,000. Tuition and fees are paid directly to the institution; ApplySite does not add a markup on tuition.
The published length of International Extended Diploma in IT (Level 3) is 12 months. Confirm the exact academic calendar with GBS Dubai.
The published format is On campus. If an extra online or hybrid option exists, it appears on this page or GBS Dubai can confirm it.
For this program, the published language requirements are: IELTS: minimum 4.5; TOEFL: minimum 35; Duolingo: minimum 65. If your scores are borderline, an advisor from GBS Dubai can confirm accepted alternatives.
Typical documents include: Passport/ID; Academic Diploma; Academic Transcriptions; Intention Letter/Essay/Personal Statement; English Test. Also complete the admission requirements listed on this page.
Scholarships: 25% with an instalment plan or 35% with full first-year payment (GBS Dubai.pdf). Deposit: first term €2,000. Payments: Source An advisor can guide you on eligibility and timelines.
See the career outcomes section on this page. Exact roles depend on the program, your prior experience, and the job market in Dubai, United Arab Emirates.
For International Extended Diploma in IT (Level 3), use “Request information” or “Contact advisor” and an official GBS Dubai representative will guide you on capacity, documents, and deadlines. With an ApplySite account you can save the program and track progress. The institution makes the admission decision.
For on-site study in Dubai, United Arab Emirates, most international students need a student visa or permit depending on nationality and program length. GBS Dubai and our advisors can guide you on documents, health insurance, and consular timelines — requirements are set by each country.
Many destinations allow part-time work on a student visa, with hour limits set by each country. Confirm with GBS Dubai and the immigration authority.
After graduation, some countries offer job-seeker or post-study work routes. Rules change by nationality and credential type in United Arab Emirates. Always confirm on official sources and with GBS Dubai.

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Last catalog update: July 29, 2026.

International Extended Diploma in IT (Level 3)

January · March · June · September · Admissions open

Tuition

AED 40,000

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