1. What does SAE stand for ?
2. How long has SAE existed ?
3. What are the class times at SAE?
4. What is the relationship between theory and practical?
5. Which course is right for me?
6. What are the payment terms of the course?
7. Can I get funding for the course?
8. What are the employment opportunities after completing an SAE course?
9. Does SAE Dubai teach in English?
10. Does SAE provide accommodation?
11. Does SAE provide transportation?
12. Can I reserve a place on a course?
13. When are the deadlines for registrations?
14. When should I pay the registration fee?
15. Where do the lecturers come from ?
16. Are there additional costs involved besides the course fee ?
17. Can I switch to another branch of SAE during my course?
18. Can I interrupt my course?
19. How many holidays are there at SAE?

What does SAE stand for ? | Back to top

Originally, SAE stood for the School of Audio Engineering. When SAE branched into multimedia studies, its name was changed, briefly, to SAE Technology College. It is now known, globally, as SAE Institute.

How long has SAE existed ? | Back to top

The School of Audio Engineering was established in 1976.
What is theone year Diploma program ? back to top

The 1 year intensive Diploma programs represent the standard SAE programs offered world wide (offered in locations such as New York, London, Sydney, Munich, Amsterdam etc…)

What are the class times at SAE? | Back to top

Students who enroll into the 1 year Diploma can choose between a morning class (9am-12am) and an afternoon class (5pm to 8pm).

The EMP will be offered two days a week from 5pm to 8pm.

For all other programs please refer to the course schedule.

What is the relationship between theory and practical? | Back to top

Courses at SAE are taught 'hands on'. This means that the theory lectures are supported by individual and group practical time for each student, using equipment that is housed on site. Theoretical topics are dealt with in formal lectures given at prescribed times and student performance is gauged through a series of tests and final exams. Practical studio time is booked outside of, and in addition to, lecture times. Normally, students are required to complete a set of practical assignments before being able to sit the final practical exams. In the final assessment for most courses, theory and practical are given similar weightings.

Which course is right for me? | Back to top

The course you choose is determined by a range of factors which, in summary, include:
* Your current level of skill and experience.
* Your area of interest.
* Your intended aims including, for example, whether or not you intend to study for a career or merely to deepen your current knowledge of a subject.

Diploma courses are designed to equip graduates with the skills needed to succeed with careers in the choose media industry. The degree programs expand, still further, on topics introduced at Diploma level and, in common with most Arts qualifications, tend to offer a broader base of education in the Humanities, thereby opening up opportunities beyond those offered by the initial vocational oriented stages.

The certificate level programs are designed to train in specific aspects of the related industry. Example: The Electronic Music Producer program has been designed to cater for those students who are willing to gain knowledge in computer and software based music production only. Therefore this program will limit their career opportunities to dance music / electronic based music production.

What are the course entry requirements?
For the the certificate and 1 year intensive Diploma programs students have to be at least 16 years of age and have to prove at least 10 years of primary education (equivalent to 0-levels).

What are the payment terms of the course? | Back to top

SAE offers two payment options for the course fees. Option A is up front payment, Option B is payment in installments via the bank on a monthly basis. Please refer to the Registration supplement of the course for further details.

Can I get funding for the course? | Back to top

Please contact SAE Dubai

What are the employment opportunities after completing an SAE course? | Back to top

The individual job opportunities, after completing an SAE course, will vary according to a number of factors, the main one of which, is the level of the qualification and the area in which you have chosen to specialize. Diploma courses are aimed primarily at vocational training whilst, in common with most Arts degrees, the SAE degree programs offer a more broadly-based education in the Humanities in general and, thereby, extend employment opportunities beyond the scope of merely the audio, multimedia and film disciplines.

Dubai’s media industry is in development. However, more and more international companies are opening branches in Dubai and outstanding productions are done by local media companies. Currently many professionals in the media industry in Dubai are either self taught, oversees trained or expats. The introduction of SAE to the market will give current media professional the opportunity to up-skill and aspiring media professionals to obtain an international industry standard qualification. This will therefore elevate the standard of the Dubaiian market making it a key media location for the region. Our first graduating students will be pioneers of a new industry in Dubai.

Dubai Media City is expanding

Does SAE Dubai teach in English?| Back to top

Yes

Does SAE provide accommodation?| Back to top

No

Does SAE provide transportation?| Back to top

No

Can I reserve a place on a course? | Back to top

A place is reserved for you on the course once your correctly completed Registration Form, registration fee and first installment have been received.

When are the deadlines for registrations?| Back to top

All registrations at SAE are taken on a 'first come, first served basis'. Courses do tend to fill up very quickly, often up to six months in advance so candidates are advised to register as early as possible.

For degree programmes, registrations must be completed at least one month prior to course commencement but preferably sooner to avoid disappointment.

When should I pay the registration fee? | Back to top

The registration fee should be paid as soon as you decide to take a course. Places are only held on courses once this fee (and registration paperwork) has been received by the Institute.

Where do the lecturers come from ?| Back to top

All lecturers of SAE Dubai will be a mixture of local and international talent.

Example:
- The Animation coordinator of SAE Dubai is one of the most experienced international lectures of SAE. He has worked for QANTM college Australia which is most prestigious Multimedia and Animation colleges in Australasia.
- The Head of the Audio Department will be from Australia with a more than 10 years of teaching experience.

For more information please see " About Us " for staff profiles

Are there additional costs involved besides the course fees?| Back to top

Students at SAE are required to their own external hard drive. All course material is provided by the college but it is advisable for students to purchase one or two good text books in order to supplement their study.

Can I switch to another branch of SAE during my course?| Back to top

Subject to certain guidelines and the availability of places, students may switch between different branches of SAE during their course of study.

Can I interrupt my course?| Back to top

Students may defer their studies at most points throughout a course, provided such applications are received in writing. Those who defer have the option to rejoin future classes within a two-year period from the date of deferment.

How many holidays are there at SAE? | Back to top

SAE has four weeks of holiday per annum, two in summer and two in winter, over the Christmas and New Year period. The college may also close for various other religious and public holidays during the year.