The Dubai Judicial Council and Sharjah University have signed a memorandum of understanding aimed at enhancing academic and scientific collaboration in legal and judicial fields. This partnership is intended to support the development of specialized national competencies in alignment with the UAE’s growth trajectory. The agreement was signed by Professor Abdullah Saif Al-Sabosi, the Secretary...
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Dubai to Open Three New International University Branches for Academic Year 2025-2026
Dubai is set to enhance its reputation as a center for academic excellence with the opening of three new branches of international universities in the upcoming academic year 2025-2026. The Knowledge and Human Development Authority (KHDA) in Dubai announced that these institutions will attract distinguished students from around the globe. The new branches will include...
Abu Dhabi University Achieves Significant Leap in QS World University Rankings 2026
Abu Dhabi University (ADU) has made a significant advancement in the Quacquarelli Symonds (QS) World University Rankings 2026, climbing 110 places to reach a global position of 391. This achievement highlights ADU’s ongoing commitment to delivering competitive academic programs and innovative research, establishing its status as a leading institution in higher education. Regionally, ADU now...
UAE Becomes an Attractive Destination for International Students Amid US Visa Policy Concerns
Universities in the United Arab Emirates (UAE) are experiencing a surge in applications from international students due to growing uncertainty surrounding U.S. student visa policies. Institutions in the UAE are positioning themselves as appealing alternatives for students reconsidering their plans to enroll in the United States. This shift is attributed to the UAE’s efficient visa...
UAE Ministry Issues Warning Against Fraudulent Overseas Study Exemption Sites
The Ministry of Higher Education and Scientific Research in the UAE has issued a warning about the spread of unauthorized and fraudulent online links and forms that falsely claim to process exemption requests related to overseas study. The Ministry emphasized that it has not authorized or endorsed any such links or forms outside of its...
Saudi Arabia Offers Scholarships to 265 Filipinos
Applications for full scholarships in Saudi Arabia are now open for 265 Filipinos, as announced by the Riyadh embassy in Manila on Wednesday. This initiative aims to provide educational opportunities for Filipino students both in Saudi Arabia and abroad, including those currently residing in the Philippines. Saudi Ambassador Faisal Ebraheem Alghamdi stated that the “Study...
UAE Universities Rise in Global Education Rankings with Khalifa University Leading the Charge
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...
Ministry of Education and Etihad Airways Launch Scholarship Programme for Emirati Students
The Ministry of Higher Education and Scientific Research (MoHESR) has announced a partnership with Etihad Airways to support the National Scholarship Programme. This initiative aims to offer scholarships in key fields, allowing students to fast-track their careers with one of the leading aviation companies in the UAE. Credit: Gulf Today This collaboration is part of...
Gulf News Edufair Dubai: Free Education Exhibition Begins This Friday
Gulf News Edufair Dubai is set to take place from Friday to Sunday at the Al Massa Ballroom in the H Hotel on Sheikh Zayed Road. This premier free education exhibition offers students an excellent opportunity to shape their academic and professional futures. With over 40 top-ranked universities and educational institutions from the UAE and...
Sharjah and Guinea Explore Educational and Aviation Cooperation
The Sharjah Department of Government Relations (DGR) is actively seeking to enhance collaboration with Guinea in the fields of higher education, civil aviation, and cultural exchange. This initiative was discussed during a visit from a high-level Guinean delegation led by His Excellency Sekou Cherifke Camara, the Ambassador of Guinea to the United Arab Emirates. Sheikh...









