The British Applied College in Umm Al Quwain (BACU) was established in April 2017 as a premier applied higher education institution in the UAE. BACU plans to become the leading College in the UAE and the region that offers degrees in Applied educational programs. It also aims to be the College of the first choice for students in the Umm Al Quwain area and beyond. To achieve this objective, BACU concluded collaborative agreements with Pearson, UK to offer Higher National Diplomas (Level 4 and Level 5) and Teesside University (TU), UK to offer Level 6 Top-up Degrees.

BACU has excellent laboratories and workshops, all well-equipped with the latest, state-of-the-art apparatus and tools. BACU is committed to fully preparing students for their future professional practice and citizenship. We aim to create opportunities for people to grow as professionals and as individuals. We do so by creating an applied transformative educational experience for students focused on deep disciplinary understanding; problem-solving; leadership, communication, and interpersonal skills.​ Our mission is to nurture a community committed to attracting and retaining diverse, world-class talent, creating an innovative space, and ensuring individuals can achieve their full potential. We train students to become self-confident, empowered individuals who look beyond borders and are equipped with the needed applied skills to innovate in their profession. We cater to students’ different learning styles and we provide opportunities for them to follow different learning tracks.

Executive Dean's Message: Welcome to the British Applied College, a College that offers unique, flexible and affordable programs led by top-notch faculty members. More than most academic disciplines, the applied programs offered at British Applied College shape, and are shaped by, the world around us. From computing and living spaces to transportation & automation, there is no area of our lives that these programs do not touch. Our students engage, apply, and get real-world experiences related to their chosen pathways resulting in the highest quality.