
Transfer Students
Continue Your Journey at UTB!
Looking to transfer to a globally recognised university that values your academic progress? At the University of Technology Bahrain (UTB), we make transferring easy, so you can continue your studies without delay.
As a leading private university in Bahrain with internationally accredited programmes in information technology, engineering and business, UTB provides world-class education, modern facilities, and a vibrant multicultural community of 55+ nationalities.
Bachelor’s Programmes
- Bachelor of Science in Information Technology (with three specialisations)
- Applications Development
- Data Analytics and Artificial Intelligence
- Networking and Cyber Security
- Bachelor of Science in Computer Science
- Bachelor of Science in Mechatronics Engineering
- Bachelor of Science in Environmental Engineering
- Bachelor of Science in Informatics Engineering
- Bachelor of Science in Accounting and Finance
- Bachelor of Science in Business Informatics
- Bachelor of Science in International Business
Master’s Programmes
- Master of Business Administration
- Master of Science in Digital Marketing
- Master of Science in Logistics and Supply Chain Management
International Foundation Year Programme
- International Foundation Year (in collaboration with the Northern Consortium of UK universities – NCUK)
Our dedicated admission team will guide you through a hassle-free credit transfer process, ensuring you get the most out of your previous academic achievements. Plus, with state-of-the-art learning resources, premium accommodation and recreational facilities, including the world-class Aquatics Centre with an Olympic-sized swimming pool, you’ll enjoy the perfect balance between academics and student life.
Make the switch to UTB today – for endless opportunities!
Requirements
- Completed application form (Online or in person)
- Official transcript of records (TOR) from the university previously attended*
- Description of all completed courses for crediting purposes (authenticated by the university previously attended)
- Withdrawal certificate
- One recent passport-size photo
- Copy of passport and national ID (or equivalent)
- Official receipt of USD 70 application fee
- Certificate of good conduct
*Higher Education Council-Bahrain rules apply for foreign or private university certificates.
Additional (If Applicable)
- University Admission Test
- English language proficiency for exemption from English foundation courses
- Undergraduate: TOEFL – 450 paper-based, 131 computer-based; IELTS – 5.0
- Postgraduate: TOEFL – 496 paper-based, 169 computer-based; IELTS – 5.5

Criteria
- For Bahrain and KSA qualifications, the applicant should have at least a secondary school average of 60%. For non-Bahrain secondary qualifications (Indian and Pakistan) the applicant should have at least 41% secondary school average; and for other non-Bahraini qualifications please refer to the table of cut-off.
- If the applicant has taken and passed courses in English and Mathematics in the previous university, the applicant will be exempted from taking the remedial courses in both English and Mathematics. The applicant may proceed to mainstream university courses and is eligible to apply for credit transfer.
- If the applicant has not taken any courses in English, he/she shall take the OOPT. If the results on the two parts of OOPT results are passed, he will proceed to university English courses, otherwise, he/she will enroll the remedial courses in English where he/she fails.
- If the applicant has not taken any course in Mathematics, the basis for evaluating whether a remedial course in mathematics is required or not is the score in mathematics subjects in his/her last year in the secondary school certificate using the table presented earlier.
The transfer of course credits is accepted at the University provided that courses applied for crediting are equivalent to the courses where the credit will be transferred.
The University requires the undergraduate student to complete at least 50% of the required credit units/hours of a programme in residence at the University. The maximum credit units/hours that are eligible for transfer credits should not exceed two-thirds (66%) of the required credit units/hours based on his/her original degree from another university.
Practicum (Internship) course is eligible for credit transfer with the same practicum (internship) course from another university or re-admitted student from the University.
Undergraduate Fee Structure
BHD 25.000 (non-refundable, payable one time)
BHD 50.000 (non-refundable, payable every term)
BHD 30.000 (non-refundable, payable every term)
BHD 51.500 per credit unit
BHD 75.000 per credit unit
BHD 250.000 (non-refundable, payable one time)
Postgraduate Fee Structure
BHD 25.000 (non-refundable, payable one time)
BHD 50.000 (non-refundable, payable every term)
BHD 30.000 (non-refundable, payable every term)
BHD 90.125 per credit unit
BHD 169.000 (per credit unit)
BHD 750.000 (non-refundable and paid upon registration of the Thesis Course)
BHD 250.000 (non-refundable, payable one time)
Academics

College of Administrative and Financial Sciences

College of Computer Studies

College of Engineering
