Gulf Medical University (GMU), the flagship academic institution of Thumbay Group, has been ranked #1 in the world for International Outlook in the Times Higher Education (THE) World University Rankings 2027. GMU scored 99.4, the highest score among all 2,297 universities from 118 countries and
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Gulf Medical University welcomed new students at its 2026 White Coat Ceremony today at Thumbay Grounds, taking the university past a milestone that few institutions anywhere can claim. With this intake, GMU now has students from 115 nationalities since its founding. Dr. Thumbay Moideen, Founder President of Thumbay Group, was Chief Guest for the morning […]
Gulf Medical University (GMU) officially commenced the 2026–2027 new academic year on Monday, August 31, welcoming students and faculty for another year of academic growth, innovation and advancement in health professions education. The opening of the academic year has seen a strong influx of students onto campus, reflecting the high demand for GMU’s health professions
Gulf Medical University (GMU) has achieved a significant global milestone as its Physiotherapy Program secures full accreditation from World Physiotherapy, making it the first in the UAE and among a select group of programs worldwide to receive this prestigious recognition. The accreditation is awarded for five years and follows a rigorous international evaluation process
Gulf Medical University has achieved a significant global milestone, with its College of Pharmacy being ranked in the QS World University Rankings by Subject 2026 for Pharmacy & Pharmacology, placing the University in the 351–400 band worldwide. This recognition reinforces the University’s growing global presence and academic strength, positioning it among a select
Gulf Medical University Founded by Dr. Thumbay Moideen, brought its global community under one roof last evening as hundreds of graduates from across the world returned “home” for the Alumni Summit 2025 at Thumbay Medicity, Ajman. The event turned into a powerful reminder of how far GMU alumni have travelled—professionally, geographically, and in shaping the […]
In the presence of His Highness Sheikh Ammar bin Humaid Al Nuaimi, Crown Prince of Ajman and Chairman of the Ajman Executive Council, Gulf Medical University (GMU), Ajman, celebrated the graduation of 630 students from its various colleges at the Convocation 2025 ceremony held at Thumbay Grounds, Thumbay Medicity. Families, faculty members, and healthcare leaders witnessed
Gulf Medical University (GMU), Ajman, hosted the grand inauguration of the 19th Annual Inter-School Medical, Science, Arts & Humanities Exhibition and Contest (MASE 2025) —one of the largest inter-school events in the UAE’s academic calendar. This year’s edition witnessed a record participation of 125 schools across the UAE, drawing over 10,000
Gulf Medical University (GMU), one of the leading private universities in the region, has signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU)with Burjeel Holdings, a leading super-specialty healthcare services provider in MENA. The partnership will strengthen collaboration in medical education, research, and clinical training, building on both institutions’ shared vision to prepare
Gulf Medical University (GMU) owned by the Thumbay Group, celebrated a major academic milestone today as 1,189 students joined the University this year, and all the Undergraduate students donned their white coats and took the professional oath—formally marking their entry into the study and practice of healthcare. This year’s cohort reflects GMU’s breadth across medicine,
Gulf Medical University (GMU) Board of Trustees is pleased to announce the appointment of Prof Manda Venkatramana as Chancellor and Prof Hesham Marei as Vice Chancellor – Academics, approved by the Board of Trustees. This leadership shift comes at a crucial moment as GMU accelerates its growth in education, research, and innovation. Dr Thumbay Moidee, […]




















