Abu Dhabi University (ADU) has entered into a Memorandum of Understanding with Shanghai Stemstar Education Technology Co., Ltd., a leading education technology company based in Shanghai, China. This collaboration is a significant advancement in strengthening research and development (R&D) capabilities, promoting innovation in STEM (Science, Technology, Engineering, and Mathematics), and preparing students to address global...
In the United Arab Emirates, parents are increasingly finding help from licensed tutors, which has made personalized learning support more accessible and affordable. The introduction of a new permit for private tutoring in December 2023 has expanded access to qualified teachers, allowing parents to choose from a wider range of tutoring options. This change has...
Classrooms in the UAE are about to get a high-tech upgrade as GEMS Education teams up with EON Reality to bring an AI-powered platform into schools. This new system will use virtual reality (VR) and augmented reality (AR) to make lessons more interactive and engaging for students. The platform will allow students to explore subjects...
The University of Sharjah has signed a partnership agreement with the Islamic World Educational, Scientific and Cultural Organization (ICESCO) to strengthen collaboration in higher education and scientific research. This memorandum of understanding aims to promote knowledge exchange, sustainable development, and community development both locally and globally. The agreement was signed by Dr. Hamid Majul Al...
Abu Dhabi has opened applications for its 2025 Scholarships Programme, giving Emirati students the chance to pursue studies in over 100 fields at prestigious institutions worldwide. The Abu Dhabi Department of Education and Knowledge (ADEK) announced that registration for the programme is now open and will remain so until April 30, 2025. Launched in 2015,...
His Highness Sheikh Mohamed bin Zayed Al Nahyan, President of the UAE, visited the Mohamed bin Zayed University of Artificial Intelligence (MBZUAI) in Masdar City, Abu Dhabi, to explore its progress in AI education and research. The visit included a tour of the university’s facilities, where His Highness was briefed on its academic programs, key...
The University of Sharjah will host the second General Assembly of the Regional Conference of University Presidents in the Middle East, known as “R2C”, from February 5 to 6, 2025. The event is being held under the patronage of H.H. Sheikh Sultan bin Ahmed Al Qasimi, Deputy Ruler of Sharjah and President of the University...
The 2025 Business and Economics Subject Rankings have revealed that two universities in the UAE are among the best globally for business, engineering, and science courses. Abu Dhabi University (ADU) has been recognized as the top institution in the UAE for business and economics, while Khalifa University of Science and Technology (KU) excels in engineering,...
New York University Abu Dhabi (NYUAD) has secured a commitment of over US$1 million from the Laidlaw Foundation to create a pioneering partnership in the Middle East and North Africa (MENA) region. This initiative will establish the Laidlaw Scholars Programme at NYUAD, which aims to develop the next generation of global leaders. The programme is...
Abu Dhabi University (ADU) has celebrated a significant achievement in the Times Higher Education (THE) World University Rankings by Subject 2025. This year, ADU’s Business and Economics program climbed an impressive 39 places, reaching a global ranking of 62. This accomplishment places it among the top 100 universities worldwide and secures the first position nationally....