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St. George’s University Announces August Intake for MENA Region Students

News Desk 05/05/2026

St. George’s University School of Medicine (SGU) in Grenada, West Indies, today issues its call for applications from across the Middle East and North Africa for its August 2026 intake. The intake is designed to align seamlessly with the region’s academic calendar, eliminating the need for a

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Gulf Medical University’s College of Pharmacy Earns Global Recognition in QS World University Rankings by Subject 2026

News Desk 02/04/2026

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

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Hamdan Bin Mohammed Smart University Named “Great Place to Work” for the Second Consecutive Year

News Desk 18/11/2025

Hamdan Bin Mohammed Smart University (HBMSU) has once again been recognized as a “Great Place to Work” for the second consecutive year by the global authority on workplace culture, Great Place to Work®, underscoring the University’s leadership in fostering a work environment built on trust, respect, empowerment, and innovation. This milestone reflects HBMSU’s deep-rooted

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Over 400 University Students Engage in Pearl Initiative’s Governance Education Session in Collaboration with University of Bahrain

PR News Desk 20/10/2025

Over 400 university students came together on 7 October 2025 for a dynamic virtual Business Pledge session, to explore the principles of ethical leadership and accountability, marking a successful collaboration between Pearl Initiative and the University of Bahrain. The event is part of Pearl Initiative’s Business Pledge Programme, which aims to instil values of ethics,

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UniHawk guides students to explore alternative top university destinations

PR News Desk 26/08/2025

As the global higher education landscape continues to evolve, GCC-wide university admissions experts, UniHawk, are seeing a move away from traditional countries like the UK, USA, and Australia, in favour of more cost-effective destinations that offer the same high-quality education, closer to home. Rising costs, political uncertainty and personal safety are prompting

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Panel Session Titled: “Redefining University Leadership for the Future” Held as Part of the Sixth Conference of University Presidents in the Islamic World

PR News Desk 29/06/2025

As part of the Sixth Conference of University Presidents, organized by the Islamic World Educational, Scientific and Cultural Organization (ICESCO) in Rabat, H.E. Dr. Mansoor Al Awar, Chancellor of Hamdan Bin Mohammed Smart University (HBMSU), chaired a high-level panel session titled: “Redefining University Leadership for the Future”, with the participation of a

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Navigating Your Future: 7 Key Tips for Choosing the Right University and Career Path

PR News Desk 15/04/2025

With the new academic year around the corner, thousands of students across the UAE are at a critical crossroads, choosing the right university and career path that will shape their futures. As the country moves swiftly towards a diversified knowledge-driven economy under UAE Vision 2031, the need to make informed strategic education choices has never […]

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University Study Shows Incorporating Recycled Materials into Pavement Construction Yields Environmental and Economic Benefits

PR News Desk 02/04/2025

A study by two UAE-based researchers has demonstrated that incorporating recycled materials into pavement construction yields substantial economic, environmental, and public health benefits. The research involved a life cycle assessment (LCA) of the 8-km rehabilitated Al Ittihad Taween Road that connects two major highways (E 11 and E 311) in Ras Al Khaimah. The LCA […]

Health Tech

Researchers develop ‘smart pyjamas’ to monitor sleep disorders

News Editor 2 22/02/2025

In a home setting Researchers from the University of Cambridge have developed a revolutionary new approach to monitoring sleep disorders. This approach offers a comfortable and efficient alternative to traditional methods. The innovative ‘smart pyjamas’ are designed to detect sleep disorders, such as sleep apnoea, in the comfort of your own home, eliminating the need […]

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South Korean Chungbuk National University to Install First Quantum Computer IQM Spark

PR News Desk 02/12/2024

Chungbuk National University (CBNU)today announces the purchase of its first quantum computer from IQM Quantum Computers (IQM), a global leader in designing, building, and selling superconducting quantum computers, aimed at driving quantum research and education programming while preparing students for the quantum workforce. The recent adoption of the quantum computer

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University of Europe for Applied Sciences in Dubai Welcomes First Cohort for Bachelor’s Programmes

PR News Desk 26/09/2024

University of Europe for Applied Sciences in Dubai (UE Dubai) is excited to welcome its first cohort of bachelor’s degree students, marking a significant milestone for the university. This week, UE Dubai expects to welcome over 100 new students from a range of nationalities will begin their academic journey during orientation. For the first time, […]

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HBMSU’s Board of Governors endorses University’s vision and strategic plan

News Desk 25/04/2024

His Excellency Mattar Al Tayer, Chairman of Board of Governors of Hamdan bin Mohammed Smart University (HBMSU), presided over the third meeting of the Board of Governors for the academic year 2023-2024, in the presence of Their Excellencies and other members of the board. During the meeting, the Board endorsed the University’s new vision, which […]

Education Health

Cambridge mathematicians unveil project to decode infectious diseases

PR News Desk 05/03/2024

Initiative aimed at students aged 11 to 14 Mathematicians from the University of Cambridge have launched a comprehensive set of resources aimed at helping students and teachers comprehend the vital role mathematics plays in combating infectious diseases. Named the ‘Contagious Maths’ project, this educational endeavour is spearheaded by Professor Julia Gog from Cambridge’s

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Bicentenary Light Up: The University of Manchester lights up Middle East Centre

PR News Desk 19/01/2024

The University of Manchester – one of the world’s top universities – has kicked off a year of bicentenary celebrations with an evening of illumination at the Middle East Centre in Dubai Knowledge Park. The 200th anniversary ‘Light Up’ event (held on January 17th) was attended by students, alumni, staff, partners and friends of the […]