Higher Education

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More than 12,000 university offers reveal how UAE students are rethinking higher education

News Desk 08/07/2026

Latest data from GEMS Education highlight how one of the UAE’s largest graduating cohorts and their families are making university decisions, with new insights suggesting that students are becoming more strategic, value-conscious and career-focused in their approach to higher education.

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Higher Education: SKEMA strengthens the board of its MSc Global Luxury Management in Dubai

News Desk 24/06/2026

SKEMA Business School is strengthening the governance of its luxury-focused programme, the MSc Global Luxury Management (GLM), by appointing several leading figures from the sector. During an extraordinary board meeting held in February 2026, the programme announced several strategic nominations to support its development in Dubai.   Three new members from leading

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The Second Annual India–Arab University Presidents Summit Opens at Ajman University to Shape the Future of Cross-Regional Higher Education

News Desk 13/02/2026

Under the patronage of H.H. Sheikh Ammar bin Humaid Al Nuaimi, Crown Prince of Ajman, Chairman of the Executive Council, and Chairman of Ajman University’s Board of Trustees, Ajman University inaugurated the second India–Arab University Presidents’ Summit, marking the first time the convening has been hosted in the Arab region. Held under the theme “Impact Beyond Borders:

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UAE, Microsoft partner to develop AI agents supporting university learning and job readiness

News Editor 06/02/2026

The UAE Ministry of Higher Education and Scientific Research has partnered with Microsoft to develop advanced AI agents aimed at supporting university students in the UAE, from personalised learning journeys to clearer pathways into the job market. Under the collaboration, the ministry and Microsoft will leverage Microsoft Azure and cloud-based AI technologies to research

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UAE introduces sweeping reforms to higher education and research governance

News Editor 30/12/2025

Image Credit : @mohesr The UAE has issued a new federal decree law governing higher education and scientific research, marking a major overhaul of how the sector is regulated, accredited, and overseen nationwide. The legislation introduces a unified national framework aimed at strengthening governance, improving quality and competitiveness, and ensuring academic outcomes

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Connected Classrooms in the Limelight: New Study Shows How Educational Cyber-Physical Systems (ECPSs) Can Transform Higher Education

PR News Desk 27/09/2025

A groundbreaking research study published in Information (MDPI) unveils the transformative potential of Educational Cyber-Physical Systems (ECPSs) in reshaping university learning for the digital age. The research titled “Educational Cyber-Physical Systems (ECPSs) for University 4.0” explores how ECPSs have the potential to transform teaching practices, improve learning

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Evisions and Alteryx Expand Partnership to Elevate Data Analytics in Higher Education

PR News Desk 05/08/2025

Alteryx, a leading AI and data analytics provider, has announced a new development to its partnership with Evisions, the leader in enterprise reporting solutions for higher education. The two companies are helping colleges and universities transform how they work with data, enabling faster access to information, deeper insights, and more efficient decision-making across

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Admissions Open for PwC Academy’s Young Employable Scholar (YES) Programme as Higher Education Landscape Shifts

PR News Desk 24/03/2025

PwC Academy, the talent and skills development business of PwC Middle East, has opened admissions for the sixth edition of its highly successful Young Employable Scholar (YES) Programme. With 80% of graduates securing positions in leading organisations, this transformative higher education pathway combines the prestigious ACCA (the Association of Chartered Accountants)