The United Arab Emirates is a federation of seven emirates on the eastern side of the Arabian peninsula, at the entrance to the Persian Gulf. Much of the work force in the UAE are foreign expatriates - hence the country's population makeup being so diverse, with Emirati citizens being a minority in their own country.

A dual degree allows students to complete two different educational programs at the same time. Dual degrees are an increasingly popular option for students who want to expand their skill set and training in a competitive job market.