The UAE has reported an impressive 344 per cent year-over-year increase in Generative AI (GenAI) enrollments, significantly surpassing the MENA regional average of 128 per cent and the global average of 195 per cent. This data comes from the Global Skills Report 2025 published by Coursera, a prominent online learning platform that serves over 170...
Under the directives of UAE President His Highness Sheikh Mohamed bin Zayed Al Nahyan, the UAE has announced a significant initiative aimed at enhancing education accessibility for visually impaired students in Ethiopia. This initiative will provide US$60 million, which is equivalent to AED220 million, to support educational programs specifically designed for students with visual impairments....
His Highness Sheikh Dr. Sultan bin Mohammed Al Qasimi, the Supreme Council Member and Ruler of Sharjah, has issued an Emiri Decree to establish the board for the Sharjah Academy of Police Science. This initiative aims to enhance the educational and training capabilities of the academy, which plays a crucial role in police training and...
H.H. Sheikh Sultan bin Ahmed bin Sultan Al Qasimi, the Deputy Ruler of Sharjah and President of the University of Sharjah (UoS), recently witnessed the signing of an important agreement with Shams, the Sharjah Media City. This event highlights the collaboration aimed at enhancing educational and media opportunities within the emirate. Credit: WAM During the...
The Dubai International Financial Centre (DIFC) has officially launched the ‘1 Million Learners’ initiative, aimed at promoting sustainability education across the region. This initiative is part of the DIFC Sustainable Finance Strategy, which focuses on equipping individuals with the necessary skills and knowledge to address sustainability challenges. Credit: WAM The program is designed to reach...
Abu Dhabi University (ADU) has signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) with the Ministry of Industry and Advanced Technology (MoIAT) to enhance cooperation in industrial innovation and academic engagement. This agreement marks a significant step toward empowering students and aligning scientific research with market needs, in line with the UAE’s Industrial Transformation strategy. The MoU...
In a groundbreaking move to enhance forensic science within the United Arab Emirates, the Sharjah Police General Command has launched the country’s first professional diploma specifically aimed at training and certifying forensic fingerprint experts. This initiative is expected to play a vital role in improving the quality of criminal investigations across the nation. The diploma...
Under the patronage of H.E. Sheikh Nahyan Mubarak Al Nahyan, Minister of Tolerance and Coexistence, Abu Dhabi University (ADU) held the 12th edition of the Undergraduate Research and Innovation Competition (URIC) on May 29, 2025, at its main campus in Abu Dhabi. This year, the event received over 650 submissions from 14 countries, reinforcing ADU’s...
UAE universities have made significant strides in the latest global higher education rankings, with Harvard University maintaining its top position for the 14th consecutive year. The Centre for World University Rankings (CWUR) for 2025, released on Monday, highlights the increasing prominence of UAE institutions in the international academic landscape. Khalifa University in Abu Dhabi topped...
ADNOC has broadened its Science, Technology, Engineering and Mathematics (STEM) education programme to empower UAE students in artificial intelligence (AI) and advanced technology. This initiative, named ‘STEM for Life: Future of AI Schools Challenge,’ held its finals today at the Abu Dhabi Energy Centre. Since its launch in January 2025, the Future of AI Schools...