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Abu Dhabi University

Overview

Abu Dhabi University (ADU) (Arabic: جامعة أبوظبي) is a private research university with its main campus in Khalifa City, Abu Dhabi, United Arab Emirates, and satellite campuses in Al Ain, Dubai and Madinat Zayed. Founded in 2003 by Ali Saeed bin Harmal al-Dhaheri, it is the largest private institution in the country that offers courses in various subjects up to post-graduation.

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Key facts

Founded2003Source: Wikidata (opens in a new tab)
Main locationAbu DhabiSource: Wikidata. Other campuses may not be listed. (opens in a new tab)
Websiteadu.ac.ae (opens in a new tab)
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