Royal Roads University (RRU), a leading Canadian public university, celebrated the official inauguration of its first international branch campus in Ras Al Khaimah. The historic ceremony marked a significant milestone—RRU …
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GEMS Education has announced the launch of its innovative Pioneer Scholars Programme at the upcoming GEMS School of Research and Innovation (SRI), set to open in August 2025. The new …
The Knowledge and Human Development Authority (KHDA) has announced that private schools in Dubai will not undergo regular inspections or evaluations during the 2025–2026 academic year. Targeted monitoring to continue …
GEMS Education students across the UAE are celebrating exceptional results in the CBSE Grade 10 and 12 board exams, marking a significant achievement in their academic careers. The results reflect …
Employers across the UAE are increasingly turning to local universities like BITS Pilani Dubai Campus (BPDC) to meet their talent needs. This trend was evident at BPDC’s 10th Annual Career …
In a major step toward future-proofing its education system, the UAE government has announced that Artificial Intelligence (AI) will become a mandatory subject across public schools nationwide. The decision, announced …
Dubai’s Knowledge and Human Development Authority (KHDA) has approved an Education Cost Index (ECI) of 2.35% for for-profit private schools in the emirate for the 2025-26 academic year. The decision …
In a landmark move for international higher education, Royal Roads University (RRU) has officially launched its new campus in Ras Al Khaimah, UAE, becoming the first and only Canadian public …
GEMS Education has signed an important new partnership agreement with the Italian Industry and Commerce Office in the UAE (IICUAE), creating unique opportunities for collaboration with Italy’s most prestigious fashion …
Abu Dhabi Leading British curriculum school, Brighton College Abu Dhabi, has announced the appointment of Mr Barney Durrant as its new Head Master. Mr Durrant officially began his role in …
The Ministry of Education (MoE) has announced a series of teacher career recruitment fairs across the UAE, with the participation of the Emirates College for Advanced Education (ECAE). This initiative …
In the presence of Sheikha Bodour bint Sultan Al Qasimi, Chairperson of the Sharjah Book Authority (SBA); the 4th edition of the Sharjah International Booksellers Conference opened on Monday, uniting …
Sorbonne University Abu Dhabi (SUAD) is honoring Ramadan by launching impactful initiatives that promote inclusion, sustainability, and compassion, aligning with the UAE’s “Year of Community.” In collaboration with Emirates Red …
Education entrepreneur Sunny Varkey and his family have announced a contribution of Dhs 100 million to the Fathers’ Endowment campaign, launched by His Highness Sheikh Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum, …
GEMS Education has launched a comprehensive zero-tolerance campaign to combat vaping among students, reinforcing its commitment to health and wellbeing. As part of this initiative, GEMS will install cutting-edge vaping …
British Orchard Nursery (BON), the UAE’s leading early childhood education provider, has opened its fifth branch in Abu Dhabi, located in Al Shamkha. With this expansion, BON now operates 36 …
The UAE is seeing impressive progress in global university rankings as its institutions gain recognition worldwide. According to the latest Quacquarelli Symonds (QS) World University Rankings 2025, universities in the …
The Birla Institute of Technology and Science (BITS) Pilani, Dubai Campus (BPDC) has introduced an upgraded Bachelor of Business Administration (Honours) (BBA (Hons.) Programme, designed to meet the needs of …
Leading industry professionals from 32 companies from diverse sectors came together to interact with students and alumni of the American University of Ras Al Khaimah (AURAK) at its annual Career …
The American University of Sharjah (AUS) kicked off its Career Fair 2025, hosted by Her Excellency Sheikha Bodour bint Sultan Al Qasimi, AUS President. The event welcomed 79 top employers …
Saudi teacher Mansour bin Abdullah Al-Mansour, who has volunteered over 3,000 hours and transformed the lives of hundreds of gifted orphans, has been awarded the GEMS Education Global Teacher Prize, …
The Ministry of Higher Education and Scientific Research (MoHESR), in cooperation with the Knowledge and Human Development Authority in Dubai (KHDA), has licensed 16 higher education institutions (HEIs) in Dubai, …
BITS Pilani Dubai Campus (BPDC) has announced the establishment of the Ankitt Gaur Centre of Excellence in Blockchain & AI Research. The centre, named after Ankitt Gaur, a distinguished alumnus …
Mara Menzies, a multi-award-winning storyteller, writer, and narrative artist, left a lasting impression at the inaugural Sharjah Festival of African Literature 2025 with her brilliant live performance. Drawing on her …
The 2025 edition of Relay for Life (RFL) launched on Saturday at the American University of Sharjah, uniting the community in an inspiring 24-hour walkathon packed with workshops and activities …
Union Coop has announced the successful completion of training for 86 students as part of an initiative implemented in collaboration with the Ministry of Human Resources and Emiratization. The three-month …
To meet projected accelerated demand for robotics professionals, the American University of Ras Al Khaimah (AURAK) has enhanced its Bachelor of Science in Electrical and Electronics Engineering by introducing a …
Brighton College Dubai hosted its first-ever TEDxBrighton College Dubai Youth event, “Bright Ideas for a Bright Future.” Held at the school campus, this inspiring event featured stand-out presentations by talented …
GEMS Education has announced the launch of its “most expensive” project to date – a $100 million School of Research and Innovation (SRI) in Dubai Sports City. The school is …
Governance and inclusion play a crucial role in building resilient and equitable societies. This theme brought together leading voices from around the world for the third Pathways to Development Conference, …
The Ministry of Higher Education and Scientific Research (MoHESR) has Ministerial Resolution No. (19) of 2024 outlining admission criteria for programmes offered by UAE-based higher education institutions (HEIs). The resolution …
Coursera, a leading global online learning platform, has released its 2025 Job Skills Report, highlighting how the rapid adoption of generative AI (GenAI) is reshaping industries and redefining in-demand skills. …
There was not a dull moment for the primary school children who gathered around storyteller Alla Fedorets during the workshop “Bring your Stories to Life” at the 43rd Sharjah International …
The Big Bad Wolf Book Sale, the world’s largest book sale, is making its much-anticipated return to Dubai for its 6th consecutive year. This year, bookworms from across the region …
BITS Pilani Dubai Campus (BPDC), a premier institution for engineering education in the UAE, is rapidly establishing itself as an innovative research hub, drawing substantial international funding and global recognition. …
The 14th Sharjah Publishers Conference, organised by the Sharjah Book Authority (SBA), will be held at Expo Center Sharjah from November 3-5, 2024, serving as a precursor to the highly …
Providing access to high-quality preschool education and daycare facilities, British Orchard Nursery (BON) has opened its newest branch at The Lakes, Emirates Hills. As the country’s largest and most awarded …
Representatives from leading Japanese universities and tertiary education institutions will visit the UAE in efforts to enrol some of the UAE’s brightest high school and university graduate students to continue …
Hotpack Global, a UAE-based leader in packaging products, has signed a partnership agreement with Middlesex University Dubai, to solidify a strategic partnership aimed at innovation, research, and talent acquisition. This …
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HRE Development commits Dhs30 million to Dubai Cares for children’s education
In a significant move towards global philanthropy, HRE Development, one of Dubai’s leading real estate companies, has announced a partnership with Dubai Cares, part of Mohammed Bin Rashid Al Maktoum …
GEMS Legacy School in Dubai has been named among the world’s Best Schools to Work by T4 Education for its outstanding leadership, working environment, and school culture, reflecting the school’s …
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Dubai Golden Visa for private school teachers: Eligibility, application process explained
by Tanvir Awanby Tanvir AwanDubai has announced an exciting opportunity for exceptional teachers and educators working in its private education sector. Starting October 15, 2024, the Knowledge and Human Development Authority (KHDA) will begin …
The 2024 Dubai edition of Najah, one of the country’s largest higher education fairs, at the Arena Hall, Dubai World Trade Centre, was opened to the public in the presence …
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Sharjah International Book Fair 2024 to host 2,500 publishers from 112 countries
The Sharjah Book Authority (SBA) has unveiled the 43rd edition of the Sharjah International Book Fair (SIBF 2024), set to take place from November 6 to 17 at Expo Centre …
Symbiosis International (Deemed University), one of India’s most esteemed academic institutions, has successfully launched its first international campus in Dubai, officially licensed by the UAE Ministry of Education (MOE) and …
Leading higher education and skills development institutions at Dubai Knowledge Park and Dubai International Academic City are set to welcome thousands of learners from around the world as the 2024-25 …
The BITS Pilani Dubai Campus celebrated its 21st convocation ceremony, as 275 students received their first degrees, higher degrees, and doctoral degrees. Mr. Satish Kumar Sivan, Consul General of India …
Test takers in the Middle East and North Africa who take their IELTS test on a computer can now receive their results in 1-2 days. This includes the following countries: …
A recent survey has unveiled that parents in the UAE anticipate between Dhs 250,000 and Dhs 600,000 in funding their children’s higher education. Despite these significant costs, many parents are …
GEMS Education welcomed more than 1,850 new teachers from 57 nationalities to its family at its annual GEMS Awareness Day, with two new schools expanding its network to 44 across …
SkillHub Institute, a venture by Learners University College – providing higher education in the GCC since 2017, has partnered with Infinity Learn – India’s only Hybrid Learning platform delivering outcome-based …
The American University of Ras Al Khaimah (AURAK) has launched the Advanced Technology and Artificial Intelligence Center (ATAIC), an innovative Information and Communications Technology (ICT) research center operating under the …
With a futuristic skyline, great beaches, and low taxes, and its flourishing education sector, the UAE is becoming an increasingly popular target for teachers around the world. Many of them …
GEMS Education, the largest and longest-running private K-12 education provider in the UAE, has successfully met all its Emiratisation targets, reflecting the group’s award-winning commitment to fostering local talent and …
The annual “What Kids Are Reading Report,” a study of over 29,000 pupils across the UAE and over 1.2 million pupils around the world from leading edtech provider, Renaissance, reveals …
Coursera, a leading online learning platform, has launched the sixth edition of its Global Skills Report, highlighting a remarkable 1,102% YoY increase in GenAI enrollments in the UAE, surpassing the …
Dubai’s Roads and Transport Authority (RTA) offers investment opportunities for school bus operators by permitting the display of advertisements and promotional campaigns of Dubai’s business community on school buses. “This …
American University of Sharjah (AUS) has been ranked among the top 125 universities in the Times Higher Education (THE) Young University Rankings 2024, marking a significant advancement from its previous …
Students at GEMS Education’s CBSE curriculum schools across the UAE have once more excelled and done themselves proud as they achieved outstanding results in the 2024 board exams for Grade …
New-age technology such as machine learning and artificial intelligence (AI) can play a transformative role in education by delivering personalised learning experiences and improving student performance. Sharjah Children’s Reading Festival …
Aisha Abdulla Miran, Director General of the Knowledge and Human Development Authority (KHDA) inaugurated the Global Education and Training Exhibition (GETEX), kickstarting the long-awaited three-day student recruitment exhibition. The opening …
Following the directives of Sheikh Hamdan bin Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum, Crown Prince of Dubai and Chairman of The Executive Council of Dubai, Tuesday, April 16, 2024 will be …
Dubai’s private schools have been granted the green light to raise their fees by up to 5.2 percent for the upcoming academic year, contingent on their performance in the latest …
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Dubai school sets Guinness World Record with UAE’s largest Hama bead flag
Kings’ School Dubai, in partnership with BoxFetti, has accomplished an extraordinary achievement by shattering the Guinness World Records title for crafting the UAE’s “largest bead sprite (flag),” constructing an awe-inspiring …
The University of Europe for Applied Sciences in Dubai (UE Dubai), the inaugural German university in the UAE and the first branch of UE outside of Germany, has revealed crucial …
In a momentous event attended by esteemed dignitaries including Sheikh Hamdan bin Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum and Sheikh Maktoum bin Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum, Sobha Realty and the …
Brace yourself for an unforgettable experience as the Big Bad Wolf Books kicks off its fifth edition, extending a warm invitation to the residents of Dubai to immerse themselves in …
The Global Education and Training Exhibition (GETEX), the UAE’s foremost student recruitment exhibition, is set to bring new opportunities in its spring edition scheduled from April 24 to 26, 2024. …
GEMS Legacy School in Dubai has been named among the world’s “Best Schools to Work,” earning Platinum certification from T4 Education for its outstanding leadership, working environment, and school culture. …
As the new year kicks off, schools across the UAE welcome a staggering 1.15 million male and female students for the start of the second semester of the current academic …
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UAE launches plan to recruit 1,000 Emiratis in education sector in 2024
The UAE has launched a programme, which aims to employ 1,000 Emiratis annually in the education sector, beginning in 2024, with a four-year plan to reach a total of 4,000 …
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UAE announces private tuition licence, how to apply for the new work permit
by Tanvir Awanby Tanvir AwanIn a move geared towards optimizing students’ academic growth, the Ministry of Human Resources and Emiratisation, in collaboration with the Ministry of Education, unveiled a groundbreaking initiative on Monday. The …
The Best Schools in the UAE 2023-2024 have been revealed, in the long-awaited announcement of the winners of the SchoolsCompared.com Top Schools Awards. Region’s biggest education awards reveal winners for …
The UAE Ministry of Climate Change and Environment, in collaboration with the professional services organisation EY, French climate education NGO Climate Fresk, and over 1100 students from Aldar Education set …
RTA’s Dubai Taxi Corporation (DTC) has commenced using artificial intelligence (AI) to monitor and track the performance of drivers and its vehicles (taxis, limousines, school buses, commercial buses and motorcycles). …
The 42nd installment of the Sharjah International Book Fair (SIBF) has achieved a historic milestone by attracting the highest number of participating countries since its inception in 1981. This edition …
The Embassy of Pakistan hosted a special event, dedicated to honouring the outstanding academic achievements of Pakistani students studying in UAE, particularly in Secondary School and Higher Secondary School examinations. …
The Government of Dubai Media Office (GDMO) announced the launch of the second children’s book authored by His Highness Sheikh Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum, Vice President and Prime Minister …
Brighton College Dubai has announced that students achieved outstanding GCSE results for the third year in a row. This year all subjects were awarded numerical grades, with Grade 9 being …
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Selfdrive unveils ‘Back-to-School’ offer, adds 1,000 vehicles to its fleet
Selfdrive, a smart mobility app, has unveiled its exclusive “Back to School” offer, providing customers with an incredible opportunity to drive new cars with added savings as they gear up …
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Swiss International School Dubai students secure place at Junk Kouture World Finals in London
Three eco-conscious Grade 8 students at Swiss International School Dubai have secured a place at the “Junk Kouture” World Finals in London, after designing and making a sustainable dress from …
The Sharjah Private Education Authority (SPEA) recently completed an extensive study to evaluate the impact of the government of Sharjah’s decision to implement a four-day working week and a three-day …
GEMS Education, a prominent education provider, is hiring teaching staff across its network of schools in the UAE. With over 60 years of experience in delivering high-quality education, GEMS Education …
Dubai-based private school giant GEMS Education has announced to increase teachers’ salaries from April 2023. The announcement came after the KHDA stated that the school fees would be increased in …
Knowledge and Human Development Authority (KHDA) has announced that private schools in Dubai will be eligible to raise their tuition fees by 3 percent for the academic year of 2023-24. …
RTA’s Dubai Taxi Corporation (DTC) of Roads and Transport Authority has added the “In-Safe Hands” service to the list of services provided on the DTC App. The step enhances the …