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Repton Abu Dhabi and Repton Dubai highlight Outstanding Results for 2023/24 A-Level Cohort

News Desk 1 15/08/2024

Repton Abu Dhabi and Repton Dubai’s Year 13 A-Level students have exhibited outstanding academic excellence in their 2023/2024 A-Level examinations. Remarkably, 39% of Repton Abu Dhabi students’ exam entries achieved A* to A grades, while 77% secured A* to B grades. 17% of exam

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Zayed University Welcomes More Than 1700 New Students for the 2024/2025 Academic Year

News Desk 1 14/08/2024

Zayed University (ZU) is proud to announce that it will welcome more than 1700 new students in the 2024/2025 academic year, highlighting the university’s reputation for excellence and its growing appeal to students seeking a top-tier education. This increased enrolment follows the university’s announcement that it would be

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Emirates NBD donates over 5,000 electronic devices to support educational needs of underprivileged students    

News Desk 2 08/07/2024

Emirates NBD, a leading banking group in the MENAT (Middle East, North Africa and Türkiye) region, has donated over 5,000 electronic devices to bridge the digital divide for underprivileged students worldwide. The donation was made towards Ecyclex, a company that provides customised and comprehensive recycling solutions in the UAE, with a focus on recycling waste

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Under Armour Announces its Partnership with GEMS Metropole Mustangs’ High Performance Student Athletes

News Desk 2 03/07/2024

Under Armour proudly announces its exciting partnership with GEMS Metropole and the Metropole Mustangs football team. Through this partnership, Under Armour is equipping 150 students, comprising football team players, high-performance scholars, and 4 trainers from GEMS Metropole, with state-of-the-art athletic gear, to support students in pushing boundaries and reaching

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MBRF distributes ‘Smart Reading Library’ bags to encourage Arabic language learning among students

News Desk 2 24/06/2024

The Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum Knowledge Foundation (MBRF) distributed ‘Smart Reading Library’ bags to schools across the UAE in line with the ‘Bil Arabi’ initiative. The initiative comes in alignment with the MBRF’s continuous efforts to support the educational sector and institutions by ensuring the availability of Arabic language books and children’s stories to […]

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BITS Pilani Dubai Campus Hosts Transformative Events Reaching Thousands of Students and Community Members

News Desk 2 27/05/2024

BITS Pilani Dubai Campus (BPDC) proudly hosted a series of impactful events this May, attracting thousands of students and community members. The campus buzzed with activity and learning as it presented Jashn 2024, Spectrum 2024, and BITS Tech Fest 2024. These events collectively contributed to the personal and professional growth of participants and provided the […]

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Alef Education Receives Accolade at Prestigious SIIA CODiE Awards 2024

News Desk 2 23/05/2024

Alef Education, a UAE-based global leader in education technology, has been honored with a prestigious award at the globally renowned SIIA CODiE Awards 2024. This recognition further solidifies the pivotal role of Alef Education in delivering personalized and effective learning solutions to students worldwide and builds on its other awards, including previous SIIA CODiE

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Pearson to debut Generative AI Study Tools to university students internationally

News Desk 2 08/05/2024

Pearson (FTSE: PSON.L) today announced that it will expand its generative AI beta study tools into global editions of its leading higher education titles, making the tools available to tens of thousands of students across the Middle East, Australia, Asia-Pacific, Canada, and Europe by August 2024. Pearson began integrating generative AI study tools into its […]

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GETEX Spring 2024 connects 15,600 aspiring students with top international educational institutions

News Desk 2 01/05/2024

The Global Education and Training Exhibition Spring 2024 (GETEX Spring 2024), the UAE’s leading education and student recruitment training event, concluded on April 26, 2024, at the Dubai World Trade Center, allowing students to take advantage of numerous educational possibilities. The GETEX Spring edition attracted 15,600 students seeking opportunities in higher and

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Zayed University Launches Summer Event Series for Prospective Students

News Desk 2 30/04/2024

 Zayed University (“ZU”) is excited to announce a new series of student recruitment events, featuring a range of in-person open days and virtual question-and-answer sessions scheduled from April to July. Prospective students interested in ZU’s wide range of degree programs are invited to engage with the admissions team to learn about the university’s

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BRINGING THE FUTURE OF TECH AND GAMING TO STUDENTS

News Desk 2 24/04/2024

Students of all ages have the chance to step into the fascinating world of gaming tech and learn about the skills required to build esports games at the thrilling Dubai Esports & Games Festival (DEF 2024), for free. Schools and universities who pre-registered can join two days of fun at Dubai World Trade Centre, Zabeel […]

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International Schools Partnership announces 100 scholarships for students in the Middle East

News Desk 1 21/03/2024

International Schools Partnership (ISP) has announced that it will offer up to 100 scholarships across its nine schools in the Middle East. The scholarships will be awarded across a variety of academic and non-academic disciplines to both existing and new students for the 2024-25 academic year. “We are excited to offer these scholarship opportunities to […]

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Amazon UNIVERSITY Esports marks significant growth in KSA with 2,194 students

News Desk 1 18/03/2024

MENATech Entertainment, the Middle East arm of the international gaming company GGTech Entertainment, has announced a remarkable growth in Amazon UNIVERSITY Esports (AUE) tournaments with over 100 teams registering in the KSA and a total of 2,194 students participating, almost a 57% growth from the last season. Amazon UNIVERSITY Esports is a global initiative operating

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AURAK Celebrates Diversity: Students Showscase Cultures of 23 Countries

News Desk 1 13/03/2024

The campus of the American University of Ras Al Khaimah (AURAK) celebrated the sights, sounds, smells and traditions of 23 different countries, at the 11th Global Day celebrations held under the theme of “Celebrating Cultures From Across The Globe.” The unique and enriching experience, which echoed the university’s ethos of diversity, featured a nations’

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Deira International School students visit BYD showroom to explore sustainable mobility

News Desk 1 05/03/2024

Deira International School (DIS), an internationally accredited school owned and operated by Al Futtaim Education Foundation, organised an exclusive educational trip for year six students to the BYD showroom in Festival City, Dubai. This tour comes as part of the goal to educate young minds on sustainable automotive technologies. BYD, one of the automotive brands […]

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Bloom World Academy to Launch NEXUS Centre for Post-16 Studies

News Desk 1 28/02/2024

Bloom World Academy (BWA) proudly unveils its latest development, The NEXUS Centre for Post-16 studies, set to redefine the pre-university educational experience and will welcome Grade 11 IB students in September 2024. This ground-breaking initiative will ensure that students are fully prepared, not just academically, but also armed with essential life skills, ready for

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500+ Ras Al Khaimah students take part in Innovation and Sustainability Challenge

News Desk 1 23/02/2024

More than 500 students from schools and universities across Ras Al Khaimah have taken part in the Ras Al Khaimah Innovation and Sustainability Challenge (RISC), which engages and educates participants on the environment and sustainability, challenging them to come up with innovative solutions to global challenges.    Organized in partnership between the

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World-Class Asian University Prioritizing Outreach for top UAE-based Students amidst UAE Government’s Investment in Technology

News Desk 1 20/02/2024

The Hong Kong University of Science and Technology (HKUST) – a world-class research-intensive university that focuses on science, engineering, and business as well as humanities and social science, is increasing efforts to recruit top young talent from the UAE and wider Middle East region for higher studies. With a diverse and international campus located in […]

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Trusity Celebrates Milestones: Over 39,000 Students Enrolled

News Desk 1 19/02/2024

Trusity, a leading education platform committed to excellence in STEM education, is proud to announce significant milestones in its journey towards fostering innovation and learning. With over 39,000 students currently enrolled from over 40 schools across the region, Trusity continues to make impactful strides in shaping the future of education. Trusity’s dedication

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26,000 Students Compete in Abu Dhabi Sports Championship

News Desk 1 14/02/2024

The Abu Dhabi Department of Education and Knowledge (ADEK) kicks off the Abu Dhabi Sports Championship for Schools and Universities with the third annual edition bringing together 26,000 students and aspiring athletes from across the emirate. The tournament has significantly expanded in its scope this year to feature an impressive line-up of 10 individual sports […]