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What To Know
- The Sports Excellence Scholarship is in place for students competing at inter-state and national levels who are also enrolled full-time in their degrees.
- The Sports Excellence Scholarship is open to students competing at inter-state or national level who can provide official confirmation from a recognized sports authority.
- He secured first place at the 2024 Inter-University Boxing Tournament while completing his International Business degree, marking a milestone for the university’s presence in inter-university boxing.
On campus at Curtin University Dubai, student athletes are showing up to lectures, training sessions, and competitions without treating one commitment as secondary. The Sports Excellence Scholarship is in place for students competing at inter-state and national levels who are also enrolled full-time in their degrees. It supports those already active in competitive sport while continuing their academic work at the same time.
Curtin University Dubai has shared that student athletes bring consistency and discipline into daily campus life. Pro Vice-Chancellor Professor Ammar Kaka has stated that these students contribute ambition and motivation within the university community, influencing how academic and extracurricular life function side by side.
What the Sports Excellence Scholarship Covers
The Sports Excellence Scholarship is open to students competing at inter-state or national level who can provide official confirmation from a recognized sports authority. Applicants are required to submit documentation from their national or state sports organization confirming their competitive status. The scholarship sits within Curtin University Dubai’s Elite Athlete Program. Students accepted into this program receive academic consideration linked to training schedules, competitions, and travel commitments. Faculty awareness is applied when exams or assessments overlap with verified sporting obligations, allowing students to manage academic responsibilities alongside competition calendars. Access to the Curtin Fitness Centre is included for students in the Elite Athlete Program. The program also offers professional development sessions that focus on performance preparation, time management, and long-term career planning.
Student Athletes Already on Campus
Several current students reflect the scope of the Sports Excellence Scholarship. Rachit Ghosh represents the UAE Under-19 cricket team while studying a double major in Finance and Marketing at Curtin University Dubai. His academic workload continues alongside international cricket commitments, supported through campus-based arrangements. Ed Talma represents Seychelles at the Indian Ocean Games and is enrolled in the MBA in International Business. His experience in competitive sport runs alongside postgraduate study, particularly in areas related to leadership and decision-making. Dias Zhampeissov holds a notable position as the first boxer to officially represent Curtin University Dubai. He secured first place at the 2024 Inter-University Boxing Tournament while completing his International Business degree, marking a milestone for the university’s presence in inter-university boxing.
Other Scholarship Options at Curtin Dubai
Curtin University Dubai also offers scholarship pathways beyond sport. Women enrolled in Engineering, Science, and IT programs may qualify for scholarships focused on STEM participation. Students active in performing arts clubs linked with The Junction at Alserkal Avenue may access funding connected to creative involvement.
Academic Excellence Scholarships are available to students with strong academic records and may cover a significant portion of tuition fees. Students may also be considered for awards such as the Pro Vice Chancellor’s Scholarship or the Zafar Siddiqi Innovation Scholarship, subject to stated criteria.
How to Apply
Applications for the 2026 intake open in December 2025 and remain available until November 2026. Applicants for the Sports Excellence Scholarship must submit official confirmation of elite sporting status
from a national or state sports organization.
Prospective students can contact Curtin University Dubai admissions via email at admissions@curtindubai.ac.ae, visit the university website, or reach the admissions office through WhatsApp at +971 50 900 6403.
At Curtin University Dubai, scholarships are set up for students who take both study and competition seriously. For athletes preparing for the 2026 intake, the Sports Excellence Scholarship offers a way to stay enrolled, stay competitive, and stay committed without stepping away from either responsibility.
With academic support, campus facilities, and multiple funding options available, students have space to continue their sport while completing a university degree. For those already competing at inter-state or national level, this scholarship keeps everything moving forward at the same time.
