Undergraduate Artificial Intelligence

GBS Dubai

HND in Digital Technologies (Artificial Intelligence)

The HND in Digital Technologies (Artificial Intelligence) at GBS Dubai is a 2-year Pearson HND at Dubai Knowledge Park for AED 40,000/year (partner flyer; web: Artificial Intelligence (AI) Solutions and Applications).

Annual tuition AED 40,000
Modality On campus
Duration 24 months
Intakes January · March · June · September

Admissions open

Overview

  • Language English
  • Campus Dubai
  • Intakes for 2027 January · March · June · September

The HND in Digital Technologies (Artificial Intelligence) at GBS Dubai is a 2-year Pearson HND at Dubai Knowledge Park for AED 40,000/year (partner flyer; web: Artificial Intelligence (AI) Solutions and Applications). Studying abroad for English-taught AI in the UAE combines AI fundamentals, big data, cloud, cybersecurity and application development — one of the few HND artificial intelligence pathways in Dubai.

Year 1: Professional Practice in the Digital Economy, Innovation and Digital Transformation, Cyber Security, Programming, Big Data & Visualization, Cloud Fundamentals, Software Development Lifecycles, Fundamentals of AI & Intelligent Systems. Year 2: Business Intelligence, IoT, Emerging Technologies, Risk Analysis and Systems Testing, Application Development, APIs, Digital Sustainability (GBS web).

Intakes January, March, June and September. English CEFR B2: IELTS 5.5, PTE 51, TOEFL iBT 46 or Duolingo 95 (partner flyer). Scholarships 25%/35%; €2,000 deposit. Outcomes: machine learning specialist, AI researcher, big data architect, solution architect, IoT developer.

This programme is for you if ...

  • You are someone passionate about Higher National Diploma in Digital Technologies.
  • You are looking to study in English in Dubai, United Arab Emirates.

Curriculum

These are the courses you will take during the programme.

Year 1 establishes cybersecurity, programming, big data, cloud and intelligent systems fundamentals. Year 2 deepens business intelligence, IoT, emerging technologies, risk analysis, systems testing, application development, APIs and digital sustainability (GBS web). Practical assessment: portfolios, case studies, reports and projects; no traditional final exams.

Professional outlook

Machine learning specialist, big data specialist, business intelligence developer, big data architect, solution architect, product manager, IoT software developer, robotics specialist, AI researcher, AI data analyst. Progression to IT/AI bachelor’s and postgraduate study via international top-up.

  • Machine Learning Specialist
  • Big Data Specialist
  • Business Intelligence Developer
  • Big Data Architect
  • Solution Architect
  • Product Manager
  • IoT Software Developer
  • Robotics Specialist

Admission requirements and process

To apply you need to meet the academic, language and document requirements published by the institution.

Minimum academic background

  • 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 level

  • IELTS: minimum 5.5
  • TOEFL: minimum 46
  • Duolingo: minimum 95

Required documents

  • Passport
  • Degree diploma
  • Academic transcripts
  • Motivation letter
  • English test

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Costs and scholarships

Tuition varies by campus and modality. Scholarships, when offered, go up to the percentages or amounts the institution publishes.

*AED 40,000

Modality: On campus

Annual cost in AED at:

Dubai

*Scholarships

Undergraduate

Scholarships go up to those conditions and can be lower on a payment plan. Some institutions also offer awards by nationality. That benefit is always confirmed with the ApplySite team during advising, before you apply for a visa.

University and campus

GBS Dubai

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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. GBS Dubai campus — Dubai Knowledge Park, at the heart of Dubai’s education and business ecosystem.

Accreditation, recognition and academic quality
  • 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)

Campus and academic community

Beyond class, Dubai · United Arab Emirates (United Arab Emirates) adds network, cultural practice and national work context. Always confirm visa, insurance and official timelines with the school and your advisor.

  • Dubai campusUnited Arab Emirates

Student experience

Living in 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.

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Frequently asked questions

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 HND in Digital Technologies (Artificial Intelligence) is 24 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 5.5; TOEFL: minimum 46; Duolingo: minimum 95. If your scores are borderline, an advisor from GBS Dubai can confirm accepted alternatives.
Typical documents include: Passport; Degree diploma; Academic transcripts; Motivation letter; English test. Also complete the admission requirements listed on this page.

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Higher National Diploma in Digital Technologies (Artificial Intelligence)

January · March · June · September · Admissions open

Tuition
  • Dubai AED 40,000
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