Colleges & Universities in the United Arab Emirates

Higher Colleges of Technology

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world rank  2821

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Overview

Founded in 1988, the Higher Colleges of Technology is a non-profit public higher education institution located in the medium city of Al-Ain (population range of 250,000-499,999 inhabitants), Abu Dhabi. This institution also has branch campuses in Abu Dhabi, Dubai, Fujairah, Madinat Zayed, Ras Al Khaimah, Ruwais and Sharjah. Officially licensed by the Ministry of Education of the United Arab Emirates, Higher Colleges of Technology (HCT) is a large sized (uniRank enrollment range: 15,000-19,999 students) coeducational Emirati higher education institution. Higher Colleges of Technology (HCT) offers courses and programs leading to officially recognized higher education degrees such as bachelor's degrees in several areas of study. See the uniRank degree levels and areas of study table below for further details. HCT also provides several academic and non-academic facilities and services to students including a library, as well as administrative services.

University Snapshot

Control

Higher Colleges of Technology's Control Typepublic

Entity

Higher Colleges of Technology's Entity Typenon-profit

Size

Higher Colleges of Technology' Size by Total Enrollmentlarge sized

Selectivity

Higher Colleges of Technology's Selectivity by Acceptance Ratenot reported

University Identity

Name
Name (English)
Name (Non Latin) كليات التقنية العليا
Acronym HCT
Founded 1988
Motto
Colours White, red, green and black
Mascot Falcon
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University Location

Address PO Box 17155
Al-Ain
Abu Dhabi
United Arab Emirates
Higher Colleges of Technology's location map and satellite view Location Map and Satellite View
Higher Colleges of Technology Phone Number (3) 782 0888
Higher Colleges of Technology Fax Number (3) 782 0099
Other locations Abu Dhabi, Dubai, Fujairah, Madinat Zayed, Ras Al Khaimah, Ruwais and Sharjah

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Fields of Study / Degree Levels

Introduction

What is the difference between comprehensive/generalist and specialized universities in terms of the range of fields of study they offer, degree levels available and academic and carreer paths pros and cons? Read our guide article about generalist and specialized universities to learn more.


Fields of Study and Degree Levels Matrix

The following Fields of Study/Degree Levels Matrix of Higher Colleges of Technology is divided into 6 main fields of study and 4 levels of degrees, from the lowest undergraduate degree to the highest postgraduate degree. This matrix aims to help quickly identify Higher Colleges of Technology's academic range and degree level offering.




Programs and Courses

Programs/Courses/Degrees

Click here to explore a list of , or if they are not available yet, search for them with our powered by Google. We are constantly adding university courses and programs worldwide with the cooperation of university representatives.

You can also explore our Guide to University Programs and Courses to learn more about study outlines and typical duration, tuition ranges, career prospects and salary expectations for careers associated with more than 8,100 programs and courses.


Tuition Fees

Introduction

Yearly tuition fees refers to the amount of money that a student is charged by a University for one academic year of full-time study. Read our guide article about tuition fees and financial aid options to learn more.


Yearly Tuition Fees Range Matrix

This Tuition Fees Range Matrix of Higher Colleges of Technology categorizes tuition fees by student type (local or international) and degree level (undergraduate or postgraduate). It aims to help students get an approximate idea of the estimated yearly tuition fees at Higher Colleges of Technology.



Higher Colleges of Technology: Tuition Fees Range Matrix

Undergraduate Postgraduate
Local
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International
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Admissions

Introduction

Applying for admission is the first step towards achieving students' academic and career goals and accessing the many opportunities and resources that a university has to offer. Read our "Introduction to University Admissions" article to learn more.


Admission Information

Higher Colleges of Technology's Gender Admission Policy Gender Admission

This institution admits men and women (coeducational).


Higher Colleges of Technology's Admission Selection Admission Selection

Not reported.


Acceptance Rate Admission Rate

Not reported.


Minority Serving Minority Serving

This institution does not have a special focus on promoting education or research among a specific minority or ethnic group.


Admission Requirements Admission Requirements

Not reported


Higher Colleges of Technology's International Students Admission International Students Admission

International students are welcome to apply for admission at this institution.


Higher Colleges of Technology's Admission Office Admission Office






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Size and Profile

Introduction

University size and profile can be important factors to consider when choosing a university. Here are some potential reasons why University size and profile can affect students when choosing a university.


Size and Profile

Higher Colleges of Technology's Total Student Enrollment Student Enrollment

This institution has a student enrollment range from 15,000 to 19,999, making it a large-sized institution.


Higher Colleges of Technology's Total Faculty/Academic staff Academic Staff

This institution's academic staff ranges from 1,000 to 1,499 members.


Higher Colleges of Technology's Control Type Control Type

This institution is a public higher education institution.


Higher Colleges of Technology's Entity Type Entity Type

This institution is a non-profit higher education institution.


Higher Colleges of Technology's Campus Setting Campus Setting

Not reported.


Higher Colleges of Technology's Academic Calendar Academic Calendar

Not reported


Higher Colleges of Technology's Disabled Students Friendliness Disabled Students %

Not reported


Higher Colleges of Technology is None Religious Affiliation

None.


Facilities and Services

Introduction

What are the most common University facilities and services? Read our two guide articles about University Facilities and University Services to learn more.


University Facilities


Higher Colleges of Technology's Library University Library

Yes Visit Higher Colleges of Technology's Library


Higher Colleges of Technology's Housing University Housing

Not reported


Higher Colleges of Technology's Sport Facilities/Activities Sport Facilities/Activities

Not reported


Higher Colleges of Technology's Institutional Hospital Institutional Hospital

Not reported


University Services


Higher Colleges of Technology's Financial Aid Financial Aid

Not reported


Higher Colleges of Technology's Study Abroad Study Abroad

Not reported


Higher Colleges of Technology's Distance Learning Distance Learning

Not reported


Higher Colleges of Technology's Academic Counseling Academic Counseling

Not reported


Higher Colleges of Technology's Career Services Career Services

Not reported


Recognition and Accreditation

Introduction

There are different types of legal recognition and quality assessment of higher education institutions around the world, depending on the country and its legal and higher education system... read our article about university accreditation and recognition to learn more.


Higher Colleges of Technology's Recognition or Accreditation Institutional Recognition or Accreditation

Higher Colleges of Technology is legally recognized and/or institutionally accredited by: Ministry of Education of the United Arab Emirates

Year of first Recognition or Accreditation


Specialized or Programmatic Accreditations

uniRank publishes the following list of the most important Higher Colleges of Technology's programmatic accreditations; feel free to submit any relevant missing specialized accreditations.

  • Commission for Academic Accreditation (CAA)
  • Accreditation Council for Business Schools and Programs (ACBSP)


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Memberships and Affiliations

Introduction

University memberships and affiliations to external organizations can be important for several reasons... read our article about university affiliations and memberships to learn more.


Affiliations and Memberships

Not available; please use the Feedback/Error report form at the end of this page to submit a list of Higher Colleges of Technology's official affiliations and memberships to higher education-related organizations. If you are an official representative of this university you can also claim and update this entire university profile free of charge (UPDATE UNIVERSITY).



Academic Structure

Introduction

Academic divisions can provide valuable insights into the range of fields of study and disciplines a university focuses on and the institution's level of specialization. Comprehensive or Generalist Universities typically offer a wide range of academic programs and have many academic divisions and subdivisions across different disciplines, while Specialized Universities tend to focus on a narrower range of programs within a specific field or industry and have fewer divisions and a more streamlined organizational structure. Read our guide article "Understanding Academic Divisions in Universities - Colleges, Faculties, Schools" to learn more about academic divisions and typical university organizational structures.


Academic Structure

uniRank shows a structural diagram of the first-level academic divisions of the Higher Colleges of Technology 's organizational structure; feel free to submit any relevant missing division.


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Social Media

Introduction

Social media can be a powerful tool for Universities to communicate with current students, alumni, faculty, staff and the wider community. But how can social media be important for prospective students? Read our article about the importance of Social Media for universities and prospective students to learn more.


Social Media

uniRank publishes brief reviews, rankings and metrics for some of Higher Colleges of Technology's social media channels as a starting point for comparison and as an additional selection tool for potential applicants.


Facebook Facebook

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TikTok TikTok

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Free Online Courses

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