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This introductory chapter provides an overview of education in the United Arab Emirates (UAE). It also acts as a preview for the analyses of the various education sectors in the chapters that follow: Early Childhood Education, K–12 Education, Higher Education, Arabic Language Education, STEM Education, English Language Education, Teacher Education, Special Education, and Quality Assurance in Education. The two distinct stages in the country’s educational development thus far are outlined here: the initial establishment and expansion of the education system, followed by the current focus on improving its quality. The structure and funding of the UAE’s contemporary education system is described, and the significance of innovation and transformation is discussed. Salient primary themes in contemporary education that recur throughout the subsequent chapters of the book are set out, including the impact of the country’s demographics on education, the relative roles of national citizens and resident non-citizens in education, the differences in regional provision for education within the country, and the contrast between public and private schooling.

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Before the oil boom in the 1960s, there were few formal schools in the UAE. Now, the Gulf country has some of the best schools and higher education opportunities in the Middle East. In Dubai alone there are nearly 200 private schools servicing around 300,000 Emirati and expat students. In Abu Dhabi there are 296 public schools.

The UAE places great importance on its education system as a means of progressing its economy and business sector. Although government schools still separate male and female students, and even have different school hours for both, the quality of education for both genders is comparable. About 40% of pupils in the UAE attend private schools. Some of these offer foreign language education geared towards expatriate communities, typically preserving the culture and following the curricula of the students’ countries of origin.

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The Education System in the UAE

The Ministry of Education (MoE) oversees the UAE education system at the federal level, including K – 12 and higher education. In addition to the MoE, the emirates also have their own, local governing bodies:

• Abu Dhabi: the Department of Education and Knowledge
• Dubai: the Dubai Education Council and Knowledge and Human Development Authority
• Sharjah: Sharjah Private Education Authority (created by the Sharjah government in 2018)

School is mandatory for all kids aged 6–18. This mandate includes expat children as well. Government schools are free for Emirati nationals, but expats will have to pay a fee for both public and private schools. Public schools offer courses in Arabic and place emphasis on English as a second language. Parents wishing to have their kids educated in the school system of their home country will have their choice of country-specific institutions as well as many international schools.

UAE Education Facts

• As of 2018, the UAE has allowed mixed gender classes in government schools for kindergarten and Grade 1. Grades 2 to 4 will eventually introduce mixed gender classes over the coming years.
• Whether in public or private school, all students must wear a school uniform.
• Although education systems from across the globe are present in the UAE, most schools in the emirates follow the UK education system.
• Most schools offer primary and secondary instruction. Students will not need to transfer to a separate school to graduate from primary to secondary.

What Is the School System Like in the UAE?

If you want to know what the school year is in the UAE, there are two answers. For most UAE schools, the school year starts in September and ends June. Indian, Pakistani, and Japanese schools start in April and end in March. School hours start between 7:00 and 8:00 a.m. and go until about 14:00 to 15:00. The specific time differs between the grade level and, for public schools, divided male and female classes. Kindergarten and primary school students have shorter days than secondary school students.

In government schools, the language of instruction is Arabic for all subjects. English is taught as a second language and is used for teaching technical or scientific subjects. As of 2017, the UAE mandated that more core subjects be taught in English as a way to improve the English language proficiency of their student body.

UAE Schooling Levels

The UAE education system is divided into four tiers:

Kindergarten KG 1 and KG 2 4–5 years old Primary School Grade 1–6 6–11 years old Preparatory Stage Grade 7–9 12–14 years old Secondary School Grade 9–12 15–17 years old

What are the School Ages in the UAE?

Grade/Year Age Range Pre-kindergarten/FS 1 3–4 KG 1/FS 2 4–5 KG 2/Year 1 5–6 Grade 1/Year 2 6–8 Grade 2/Year 3 7–9 Grade 3/Year 4 8–10 Grade 4/Year 5 9–11 Grade 5/Year 6 10–12 Grade 6/Year 7 11–13 Grade 7/Year 8 12–14 Grade 8/Year 9 13–15 Grade 9/Year 10 14–17 Grade 10/Year 11 15–18 Grade 11/Year 12 16–19 Grade 12/Year 13 17–20

For students wanting to be admitted into a particular grade for a school beginning in April, the must meet the minimum age requirement by July 31st. For schools starting in December, students must meet the minimum age by December 31st.

UAE Grading System

Although it can vary from school to school, the standard grading system in the UAE is based on the American grading system.

A 100-90 B 89-80 C 79-70 D 69-60 F 59-0

What is Education Like in the UAE?

Prior to 2015, the UAE required students to choose a scientific or literary stream. Now, the UAE has imposed a new system of four streams:

• General stream: All students start their education in this stream. The stream includes a balance of arts, math, and sciences courses. When students leave this stream, they receive greater emphasis on math and sciences.
• Professional stream: This can also be called the Vocational stream. Students can choose this stream in Grade 9. Upon completion of Grade 12 they will obtain an applied high school certificate which is equivalent to technical high school certificate. Learning in this track is based on applying knowledge and developing students’ practical skills.
• Advanced stream: The only difference between this stream and the General stream is an increased emphasis on math and science courses.
• Elite stream (Advanced Science Program): For academically outstanding students. This stream admits students from Grade 6 until they finish Grade 12. The curriculum focuses on mathematics and science with particular attention to analysis, reasoning, and problem-solving.

One of the main differences between public and private schools in the UAE is gender segregation. In public schools, boys and girls are taught separately throughout most of the primary, and all of the secondary, levels. Even recess times are staggered so that boys and girls do not mix. This is required by law. Private schools, on the other hand, typically have mixed gender classes throughout all grade levels.

For expats wanting their children to be educated in the school system of their home country, private schools offer curricula that follows British, American, French, German, Indian, Pakistani, or Filipino teachings. In addition to these course offerings, private schools must also offer core programs such as Islamic education, social studies, and Arabic as a second-language.

Required Documents for UAE Private Schools

For students seeking admission into one of the UAE’s private schools, these are the general requirements:

• Emirates ID;
• birth certificate;
• immunization records;
• for Grade 2/Year 3 or higher: certificate of last grade/year of enrollment and transfer certificate / school leaving certificate; must be attested by the UAE Embassy in the country from which it is issued;
• international level examination if pupil was previously homeschooled or has a gap year in their education history.

Any certificates issued within the UAE must be attested by the relevant local authority.

Some schools may allow a student to enroll in classes before acquiring all of these documents. Expect waiting lists for some schools. Be wary of institutions that offer placement on the spot with the promise of a monetary “donation.” These schools may only be trying to increase their numbers.

Daycare and Kindergarten

In the UAE, neither preschool nor kindergarten are mandatory. However, it is advisable that students attend daycare, preschool, or kindergarten as it will adequately prepare them for introduction into the primary school levels.

At What Age do Children Start Kindergarten?

Children can start kindergarten in the UAE anywhere from 4 to 6 years old. Kindergarten in the UAE is voluntary. It is for children who are not yet old enough to enter Grade 1/Year 2. Kindergarten consists of two levels / two years of mixed-gender classes:

• Kindergarten 1 (KG1)
• Kindergarten 2 (KG2)

The educational approach of KG 1 and 2 is focused on developing social, language, physical, and academic skills.

Daycare and Kindergarten Fees

Daycare and kindergarten fees vary depending on which school you choose. Some school costs can be as low as 7,000 AED (1,905 USD) for one academic term, where the student only attends classes two or three days a week. For five full days a week, some schools can charge up to 50,000 AED (13,610 USD) per year or higher.

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Primary and Secondary Schools

Primary and secondary education in the UAE lasts about twelve years. The MoE is constantly modifying the educational strategies within its school system in order to meet international standards. In recent years there has been particular emphasis on catering to the needs of the growing expat student population. Current strides made by the MoE have made the UAE, specifically Abu Dhabi and Dubai, home to some of the best primary and secondary schools in the Middle East.

Primary School

Primary school, also known as elementary school, lasts about six years. It stretches from Grade 1 to 6 (about 6–11 years old). Courses are offered in both Arabic and English, with Arabic being the primary language and English being secondary. Most schools follow American education standards throughout the primary school years.

In Grade 6 students can apply to enter the elite stream.

Preparatory School

Preparatory school compromises Grade 7 through 9. This level of school aims to nurture young students for secondary education, where they will hone their interests and specialty.

Secondary School

Secondary school, also called high school, ranges from Grade 9 to 12. This is the level where students will choose which stream (professional, general, or advanced) they wish to enter.

Upon completion of Grade 12, students will receive a high school certificate, which indicates passing 12 years of compulsory education. Students who attend a technical secondary school will be awarded a technical secondary diploma upon completion.

School Cost

No matter whether your child attends a public or private school in the UAE, all expats must pay a fee for education. School costs are not cheap in the UAE, and tuition gradually increases with each grade level. However, some emirate states, such as Dubai, have implemented annual tuition caps that forbids schools from increasing their rates by exorbitant amounts.

These are the average school fees in Dubai, the most expensive emirate state:

School Year Tuition (AED) Tuition (USD) KG 1 27,640 7,525 KG 2 29,870 8,130 Grade 1 31,075 8,460 Grade 2 31,580 8,600 Grade 3 32,120 8,745 Grade 4 33,100 9,010 Grade 5 33,680 9,170 Grade 6 35,530 9,670 Grade 7 36,460 9,930 Grade 8 36,420 9,915 Grade 9 38,370 10,445 Grade 10 39,725 10,815 Grade 11 42,090 11,460 Grade 12 43,790 11,920

For expats interested in public schools, fees range around 6,000 AED (1,635 USD) per year for each grade.

International Schools

With an expat population that is larger than the Emirati population, there are many schools in the UAE for international students. Some of the best international schools in the Middle East can be found in the UAE.

International schools in the UAE largely follow a western academic calendar. Classes start in September, there is a short two-week break at the end of the calendar year, and classes resume in January, finally commencing in June. Schools will normally follow a US- or UK-based curriculum.

What Are the Admission Requirements for International Schools?

The admission requirements differ from school to school, but in general this is what you will need to enroll your child:

• Application form
• Registration fee (typically around 500 AED (136 USD)), non-refundable
• Emirates ID for student and parents
• Immunization records
• Student’s birth certificate
• Attested Leaving Certificate from previous school
• School records from the past two years

If there has been a gap in your child’s schooling they may be asked to take an entrance exam and have an in-person interview in order to receive placement. Schools in the UAE are of high quality and thus most entail a waiting list.

What Are the Tuition and Fees for International Schools

International school fees range between 13,630 and 21,400 AED per year (3,710–5,830 USD). The price is dependent on the grade level and specific school. On average, international school fees are on par with private school fees. See the above School Chart table for more information.

British Schools

• Aldar Academies, Abu Dhabi
• The British International School, Abu Dhabi
• Cambridge International School, Dubai
• GEMS Wellington School, Dubai
• Al Amana Private School, Sharjah

French Schools

• Lycée Louis Massignon Ecole Francaise, Abu Dhabi
• Lycée Francais Théodore Monod, Abu Dhabi
• Lycee Francais International Georges Pompidou School, Dubai
• International Concept Education, Dubai

German Schools

• German International School, Abu Dhabi
• Swiss International Scientific School, Dubai
• German International School Sharjah, Sharjah

Other International Schools

• Canadian International School, Abu Dhabi
• American International School of Abu Dhabi, Abu Dhabi
• North American International School, Dubai
• Ontario International Canadian School, Dubai
• Sharjah American International School, Dubai and Umm Al Quwain

If you are interested in a comprehensive list of British, German, French, and other international schools, please refer to this database .

Other Religious Schools

Although dominated by Islamic teachings and customs, expats looking for other religious education in the UAE will find a few options, such as St. Mary’s Catholic High Schools in both Dubai and Fujairah.

Higher Education

Higher education in the UAE first got its footing in 1976 with the establishment of the United Arab Emirates University (UAEU). The university was started by the late Sheikh Zayed bin Sultan Al Nahyan, who founded the school in hopes of furthering the academic excellence, and thus the economic potential, of UAE residents. Today, the UAE is home to some of the top universities in the Middle East.

The most popular higher education programs for international students coming to the UAE are Civil Engineering and Business Administration (specifically, an MBA). Also popular are Architecture and Aviation. According to a 2019 survey conducted by the UAE Ministry of Education, students with an Engineering degree are most in demand in the UAE job market.

Best Universities for International Students in the UAE

• United Arab Emirates University
• American University of Sharjah
• University of Sharjah
• Zayed University
• American University in Dubai

Best Business Schools with International Influence:

• American University (Dubai campus)
• University of Dubai—Dubai Business School
• United Arab Emirates University—College of Business and Economics
• University of Sharjah—College of Business Administration
• School of Business Administration—American University of Sharjah

Best MBA programs in the UAE:

• Hult International Business School
• London Business School (Dubai campus)
• INSEAD (Abu Dhabi campus)
• University of Dubai

Best Engineering Programs in the UAE:

• Khalifa University
• Heriot-Watt University (Dubai campus)

How Much does it Cost to Study in the UAE for International Students?

As with most aspects of the Gulf country, university tuition fees in the UAE can be very high. This cost is made even greater when students factor in the cost of living as well. For more, see our section on Housing .

In the UAE’s most expensive city of Dubai, tuition for an undergraduate program ranges between 37,500 to 70,000 AED per year (10,210–19,060 USD). For postgraduate, tuition ranges between 55,000 to 75,000 AED per year (14,970–20,420 USD). Prospective students should be sure to add in an extra 1,200 AED (330 USD) per month for general living expenses.

There are scholarships for international students provided through each university and through the UAE government. Most of these scholarships are based on academic excellence.

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Ensure inclusive and equitable quality education and promote lifelong learning opportunities for all.

The Ministry of Education is moving forwar​d to complete the process of developin​g and comprehensively and radically changing educational frameworks and streams as per a modern educational philosophy. The ministry initiated this philosophy with the launch of the Emirati School, which is based on the best international systems and pioneering and successful experiences within a national and sharing pattern and framework with all leading government and private educational institutions across the UAE.

The ministry’s move is in line with the wise leadership’s national visions aimed at achieving sustainable education by highlighting the need for continuous lifelong learning, enhancing the role of technology in serving the educational process, ensuring the best educational practices and modern curricula and establishing innovation as a lifestyle with a view to building a generation armed with the skills of this age and proud of its national identity.

In this context, the Ministry of Education seeks to define the future of education to produce a generation aware of what life requires and how to keep pace with its developments, this being a method of work to fulfill the requirements of knowledge-based economy and sustainable development. This stems from a keen educational vision by the Ministry of Education based on firmly established values derived from the federal government’s vision and its strategic plans, organizational structures and development initiatives to achieve the national agenda indicators as part of a working system based on dedication and excellence.  

Incorporating this value in the school curriculum as well as applying it in the school community. There are also other  initiatives and programs that contribute to instilling and reinforcing this human value. The Ministry of Education is also keen to promote communication with different categories of the society and contribute to communal initiatives that aim at enhancing the solidarity of the community, voluntary, and charity work.

Early childhood

This stage receives huge attention from the ministry as it is the stage when the traits and skills of the students are shaped. The ministry has developed programs and initiatives that cater to this category.

The ministry has also dedicated the best supervisory , educational practices, and curricula that build students’ skills and behavior.

Gamification

Incorporating educational games in early childhood curriculum to simplify the delivery of information to the child, help him absorb it in a faster way and think of how to learn things around him. The curricula of this stage simulate the intellectual and mental capacities of children through adopting global inspection strategies and standards based on sharing and entertainment. Parents will take part in this process and will be familiarized with the importance of this stage for their children to gain knowledge.

Continuous lifelong learning

The ministry aims at instilling a culture of learning and acquisition of cognitive and life skills at different ages and levels through compulsory education. It provides equal opportunities of education for  students of communities , students living in difficult physical conditions, and people of determination.

Schools are equipped to accommodate this  category of students to ensure their safety and the provision of educational means that suit their needs. The ministry is keen to provide various activities and events for all students and involve  parents in some of them.

The ministry offers government and online scholarships where hundreds of students are annually sent abroad to study in the most reputable institutions.

The ministry also launched the initiative Teach for UAE , which aims to attract the talented and experts to volunteer to  work in the education sector to benefit from their vast experience in the field of education .

Besides providing continuous and sustainable education , the Ministry of Education has set up a health database for all UAE school students through Al Manhal Portal in order to provide them with health care at every age.  It also organizes field trips to  schools to raise health awareness and maintain healthy lifestyles in cooperation with the Ministry of Health and Community Protection throughout the academic year. It also provides  awareness programs on gynecological diseases for female students.

Defining the future

Defining the future in the education sector has become a priority and an approach as embodied in launching future perceptions about education, stressing the importance of developing it, highlighting the aspects that it needs to be competitive and providing high-quality educational outputs to contribute to the sustainability of education. Based on this, the ministry developed the skills of the youth and helped them gain the best practices to enable them to enter the future labor markets. The ministry also provided the best smart learning systems for the students by working on two streams; the first includes the provision the required infrastructure plus qualifying and developing the skills of the youth through the training portal .

Future skills

An educational system based on consolidating the 21st century skills should be built through the curriculum, interactive activities and exploratory scientific trips and promoting innovation in the Emirati school. The ministry also worked that its curricula align with the requirements of the labor markets with the aim of keeping pace with the UAE’s plans to shift to the knowledge-based economy. Using the Shorik portal, the ministry seeks to guide students to the disciplines that suit their scientific and professional tendencies.

The ministry also provided a professional education stream by establishing vocational and technical institutes:

• The Knowledge and Human Development Authority (KHDA)
• Abu Dhabi Center for Technical and Vocational Education and Training​

and provide quality university education that matches the world’s most prestigious universities.

The Happiness and Well-being Council at the ministry has launched several initiatives and programs to provide a pleasant and attractive career environment and offers a large portion of motivating job stability such as the initiative of the network of positive schools that the ministry launched.

Allocating innovative courses and expanding the number of targeted students within ‘Our Ambassadors’ initiative and the National Science, Technology and Innovation Festival , which motivates students to conduct research studies and present their research innovations for the distinguished ones to be honored. A diploma in innovation is launched to develop the skills of the youth and achieve the concept of sustainable education.

Launching the 21 Leaders Initiative, which enables the youth to take part in shaping the development of education,  Besides, there is a youth council, which targets the youth and enables them to provide their visions on how to develop education.

n 2008, Ministry of Community Development launched an initiative to integrate people of determination in the government education system. The initiative which was launched under the slogan 'School of All' and adopted by Ministry of Education was a major step towards the social integration of the disabled and their involvement in the development process.

Gender Balance

The Ministry of Education is keen to achieve gender balance by granting women all the privileges associated with their nature in accordance with the Cabinet’s decisions, which guarantee women’s functional and living rights .

Including Students with Disabilities( Students of Determination) into the Education System:

The Ministry of Education adopts the philosophy of inclusive education for students with disabilities ( POD) in the education system, ensuring the enhancement and securing of their rights, and the possibility for them to access equal educational opportunities with their peers. Since 2008, the Ministry of Eduction has established a department specifically dedicated to students of determination . The key tasks of this department include issuing and reviewing policies related to inclusive education at the national level. Additionally, the department issues detailed guidelines and directives that elaborate on the content of these policies and relevant laws.

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In 2012, H.E. Sheikh Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum launched the Mohammed bin Rashid Smart Learning Initiative which comprised of all state schools in an attempt to create a new educational environment within them. This initiative encompassed Smart classes in all schools, the distribution of tablets to all students, and the provision of high-speed 4G networks to all state schools.  Digital Transformation journey .

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In a short time Dubai has established a vibrant education sector with an increasing variety of choice at all levels. While the private segment continues to dominate, recent reforms have seen major improvements to public sector schooling, modernising it and bringing it in line with international best practices. Inevitably, high rates of growth in the number of international schools and higher-education institutions have led to consolidation, gradually slowing expansion and creating greater barriers to entry for prospective players.

In general, however, there remain opportunities for investors with savvy value propositions attuned to ongoing shifts in market needs in Dubai and the broader region. Indeed, while education contributes relatively little to the emirate’s GDP – 0.7% in 2017 – the Dubai and UAE governments prioritise it as a key part of the continued evolution of the economy. Education takes its place alongside health, innovation, housing and community under the umbrella of social development, which received 33% of the emirate’s annual budget in both 2018 and 2019.

Structure & Oversight

A number of key strategy documents designed by the federal government guide education policy in the emirate, namely the Education 2020 Strategy, the UAE Vision 2021 and the National Strategy for Higher Education 2030. Education is also strongly implicated in plans for other sectors of the economy, such as the Dubai Industrial Strategy 2030, which underlines the importance of education in achieving goals that are related to innovation and developing knowledge-based skill sets.

The national agenda was launched in 2010 and has entered its final phase, covered by the Strategic Plan 2017-21. The plan calls for “a complete transformation” of the pre-existing education system, as well as an increase in preschool enrolment rates, and the inclusion of smart systems and devices as part of all classroom teaching methods. The Strategic Plan 2017-21 emphasises a number of focus areas, specifically inclusivity, excellence in leadership and efficiency, a culture of innovation, administrative transparency and the building of practical expertise attuned to the needs of the labour market. At the emirate level, this translates into policies such as the Dubai Inclusive Education Policy Framework, which intends to provide emirate-wide integrated services for those with impairments or disabilities.

A number of bodies govern education in Dubai. Public schools are regulated by the Ministry of Education (MoE), while private schools sector are regulated by the Knowledge and Human Development Authority (KHDA), which seeks to maintain education standards via its Dubai School Inspection Bureau (DSIB), as well as to develop education policies in line with international best practices. As part of efforts to increase administrative transparency around schooling, the results of the DSIB’s school visits are publicly available, giving parents insight into government quality metrics and incentivising yearly improvement by schools.

International schools looking to open in the emirate under an existing international school brand are subject to a number of specific regulatory stipulations. The KHDA requires the participation of the existing international school in the licensing process, regardless of whether they will have ownership of the Dubai school. The school’s governing body must also sign a board resolution ensuring its responsibility for a list of specific education matters, accepting that termination and closure of the Dubai school is subject to the approval of the KHDA, and that the school is responsible for settling financial disputes with parents and staff in the event of termination.

New Parameters

Part of the KHDA’s vision is to shift the parameters of education in accordance with the current and future labour market. It measures success according to metrics of health, happiness and emotional well-being in addition to academic achievement. In 2017 the KHDA announced a five-year well-being census programme in partnership with the government of South Australia. The results of the second year, which focus on pupils from grades six to 12, were released in February 2019. While showing positive indicators overall, they were nuanced by moderate declines across a number of domains, aligning with student well-being internationally. Schools are using summary reports of the students’ responses to engage with their school communities and take effective action to improve well-being.

The Emirates Schools Establishment (ESE) was founded in 2016 as an autonomous, semi-independent authority with the mandate to manage and operate public schools so as to advance the education sector according to the UAE’s strategic objectives. In April 2019 the UAE Cabinet approved the formation of a board of directors for the ESE, whose task will be to elaborate policies, strategies and standards relating to public sector education. In 2017 the federal government also introduced the pilot phase of the Teachers’ Licensing System (TLS), which will become a requirement throughout the country by the end of 2020. The system will strive to achieve uniformity of standards among all teachers employed in the UAE. To acquire the licence, teachers must pass two tests, one in pedagogy and one in their area of specialisation.

Sector Breakdown

Education in Dubai is divided between public and private at all levels, from K-12 to postgraduate. In general, the private sector is dominant, with increasing numbers of Emiratis choosing to join expatriates in private education. According to data from the MoE, there were 71 public schools in the Dubai educational zone during the 2017/18 academic year, as opposed to 191 private schools.

Public education is more dominant in other emirates where there has been less private school penetration; Abu Dhabi, Sharjah, Ras Al Khamaih and Al Ain all have more public schools than Dubai. Public education at the primary and secondary levels is reserved for Emirati students, so foreign students exclusively attend private schools, which tend to use curricula derived from international systems. Dubai’s education sector features a high level of national, ethnic and cultural diversity among both students and educators, with 15 national curricula being used around Dubai in the 2018/19 school year. Student enrolment in Dubai schools is concentrated at the primary level of education: in 2018, for instance, there were more students in the 6-10 age category (114,339) than there were in the 11-15 and 16-17 age categories combined (108,103). This reflects the prevalence of younger families in Dubai, with 6.29m of the country’s 9.6m people falling within the 25-54 age category.

Public Sector

Education is free and compulsory for all citizens under the constitution of the UAE, established in 1971. The UAE’s original public education system was designed by the MoE, drawing inspiration from the Egyptian and Kuwaiti curricula while also adding indigenous elements. Public schools in the emirate are segregated by gender and Arabic is the primary language of instruction, though English is taught as a second language and used for teaching technical or scientific subjects. All children in public and private education must begin kindergarten at age five, after which primary education runs for six years, followed by prep schools covering ages 12 to 15 and secondary education from 15 to 18.

Students in Dubai achieve higher grades than the UAE average in subject areas such as science, maths and reading, according to the OECD’s 2015 Programme for International Student Assessment. Since 2006 the federal government has been carrying out a series of education reform programmes. One of the major outcomes of this period was the 2017 introduction of the Emirati School Model, a new framework to apply the same standards of teaching, educational management and a revised curriculum to all public schools, as well as private ones following the national curriculum. The new school model – which had its first year of full implementation in 2018/19 – places greater emphasis on critical thinking skills, innovation, integration of technology, and striking a balance between academic and vocational learning objectives.

Private Sector

According to the latest KHDA report on the 2018/19 school year in private education, there were 289,195 students attending 209 schools, with 33,629 Emiratis accounting for just under 12% of the school population. The private school segment in Dubai has been steadily growing in the past decade, leading some analysts to forecast imminent market over-saturation. Since the 2015/16 school year, for example, the number of private schools has grown by around 20%, from 173 to 209, while the number of students has grown by 9%, from 265,299 to 289,195. Looking further back, in 2008/09, the first year of KHDA school inspections, there were just 143 private schools, equating to a 46% increase over 10 years.

The Dubai branch of real estate consultancy firm Knight Frank, in its 2018/19 survey of the emirate’s education sector, indicated that such growth rates were impacting profitability for potential investors. Indeed, because of this market correction, a number of education providers have chosen to offer fee discounts. At the same time, private education providers are having to work harder to attract students, with more providers investing in marketing in 2018, Knight Frank noted. In this environment, schools without well-calibrated value propositions have been the first to suffer. According to Knight Frank, schools situated in the middle-income communities of the emirate but priced towards the higher fee bracket, at Dh52, 000-83,000 ($14,200-22,600), were performing significantly worse than lower- and higher-priced schools. Occupancy among such schools stood at 69%, while occupancy in the most expensive 20% of the market was 77%, and occupancy for schools with fees below Dh52,000 ($14,200) was 84%.

Price Regulation 

While budgets at private schools are set by the schools themselves, the maximum fee increases that such schools are allowed to charge is limited according to the annual Education Cost Index (ECI), which takes into account teaching and administrative salaries, and utility expenses, among other items, as well as the school’s rating by the DSIB, which ranges from outstanding to weak. In the 2018/19 academic year DSIB inspectors found 17 schools in the emirate to be outstanding, 28 very good, 74 good, 52 acceptable and five weak. Overall, 18 schools improved on their results from the previous report, which was carried out during the 2017/18 school year. Standards have increased since the launch of the inspection programme, with only 30% of schools designated good or better in 2009 versus 70% in 2019.

While the cost index scheme has been effective at incentivising improved performance at schools and keeping prices in line with the quality of education, continually high-performing schools implementing successive price increases led to complaints of price inflation and the implementation of a fee freeze for the 2018/19 school year. In April 2019 it was announced that the price freeze would be lifted for the 2019/20 academic year. As a result, the 141 schools that maintained their rating in the latest KHDA school inspection report are eligible to raise their fees by 2.07% – the designated ECI rate in 2019.

The nine schools that improved their rating from weak to acceptable were allowed to raise their fees by twice that rate: 4.14%. Price regulation seeks to strike a balance between ensuring the affordability of education for parents and maintaining Dubai’s attractiveness as a destination for top international schools. Profits remain healthy in private education, with KHDA’s “Dubai Private Education Landscape 2017-18” report noting that private institutions were able to generate approximately Dh7.5bn ($2bn) in revenue in 2017/18, an increase of almost 10% compared to the previous year. The average fee was Dh26,865 ($7310) per year, although 53% of students paid less than Dh20,000 ($5540) annually. The average skews higher than the median due to small number of schools charging fees of Dh100,000 ($27,200).

Higher Education

Just as in private secondary education, the last decade has seen major growth in the number of tertiary institutions and students in Dubai. According to the KHDA, between 2008 and 2018 the number of students in higher-level education grew from 12,000 to almost 30,000. In 2019 the emirate was home to 35 higher-education institutions, 26 of which were international branch campuses located in free zones such as Dubai Knowledge Park, Dubai International Academic City and the Dubai International Financial Centre. The public segment consists of five higher-level institutions: Zayed University; Afraaz University; Dubai Medical College for Girls; Higher Colleges of Technology; and Emirates College for Management and Information Technology. The government supports higher education via the National Strategy for Higher Education 2030, launched in 2017, which backs up Dubai’s long-term plan of making the emirate a knowledge-based economy. In tertiary education, the National Strategy for Higher Education 2030 is looking to propel some of the country’s universities into the world’s top-100 rankings, encouraging innovation and collaborating with private sector companies. “An important trend that is currently under way in the UAE is that home-grown universities are improving their positions in international rankings,” Randa Bessiso, director for the Middle East at the University of Manchester, told OBG. “This is likely to result in more students, both Emirati nationals and foreign nationals, attending these universities.”

Specialisation

The most popular field of study at the tertiary level in Dubai is business administration, with 60% of students enrolled in business administration colleges, according to the emirate’s Department of Economic Development. Another 20% will be studying engineering. The percentage of students studying medicine and health disciplines is small, resulting in a shortage of local labour supply and a reliance on expatriates in these sectors (see Health chapter). Factors such as an increasing number of tertiary institutions and a more circumspect labour market are leading to growing demand for less-served subject areas, including fields such as maritime law, aviation, environmental sciences and nanotechnology. “Increasingly, the federal government is more demanding in terms of criteria for new institutions coming in. In order to get licensed and accredited, institutions have to show the authorities that they are of an appropriate reputation and that what they are offering is suitable for the market here,” Kevin Dunseath, regional director for MENA at City University of London, told OBG.

One of the long-running challenges facing Dubai’s higher education segment is the issue of parallel accreditation systems. Universities operating within Dubai tend either to be accredited by a federal body, the Committee for Academic Accreditation (CAA) of the MoE, or be given permission to operate within free zones by the KHDA. CAA accreditation means that students’ qualifications are legally required to be recognised throughout the seven emirates of the UAE.

Not all universities choose to seek CAA accreditation, however, due to stipulations such as the requirement that teaching staff be resident in the emirate, rather than fly-in fly-out. According to conversations with officials, KHDA and the MoE have a shared interest in resolving the issue of the recognition of awards from their respective jurisdictions. Furthermore, the two entities will continue to meet and discuss ways to effectively move the matter forward.

Attractiveness

In November 2018 the UAE government approved the implementation of a new fiveyear visa for students achieving outstanding levels of performance at either secondary or tertiary level. To qualify, secondary students must graduate with a grade of at least 95%, while university students must graduate with a grade point average of at least 3.75. Eligibility is extended to both local and international university students. Furthermore, specialised talents in the fields of science and knowledge are eligible for 10-year visas, provided they fulfil certain conditions, such as a PhD degree from one of the world’s top-500 universities or specialisation in areas of priority to the UAE. “The greatest source markets for international students continue to be in the MENA region,” Bessiso told OBG. “This is where Dubai presents a higher competitive edge. Many families in the GCC prefer that their children study in Dubai, not only because of its attractive job market, but also because of its proximity to their home countries.”

In the coming years such developments are expected to facilitate a continued increase in tertiary enrolment. Indeed, Dubai recently became the location with the most international branch campuses in the world, ahead of Singapore and Malaysia. “I think there are huge opportunities in Dubai’s higher education segment,” Sajida Shroff, CEO of Altamont Group, a boutique education investment and advisory firm, told OBG. “Not only does it cater to Dubai and the UAE, but it caters to a catchment area that is beyond the UAE: the GCC, Asia and Africa,” Shroff said. One of the trends in higher education is the increasing number of Chinese students enrolling in Dubai-based universities. In spring 2019 it was reported that the Dubai campus of Middlesex University had seen its Chinese student population numbers almost quadruple in three years, rising from 2% to 8%. The number of Chinese students at the University of Birmingham’s Dubai campus, meanwhile, stood at 15%.

While Dubai’s education sector is a more challenging environment for investors than in previous periods, opportunities remain for quality products at well-gauged price points. The K-12 market correction is leading schools to focus on their USP and differentiate themselves from competitors. Being less tied to local demographics, higher education is a more dynamic space with a brighter outlook. Promising initiatives like the UAE government’s increasingly favourable visa regulations towards incoming students and researchers only add to Dubai’s potential as one of the main educational destinations in the region.

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The 2nd session, moderated by Varun Jain, CEO, UniHawk deals with the topic, The Future of Work: Job Market Trends and Emerging Career Opportunities. Mehrdad Mohasses, Director, Centre for Teaching and Learning, Amity University Dubai, says, "You may have a dream job in mind, but you might not end up there, and that's not necessarily a bad thing. Your interests, knowledge, and spirit evolve over time, and you eventually find what you're meant to do." Dr Sudhindra Shamanna, Academic President, Manipal Academy of Higher Education, Dubai, says, "In our classrooms, we're shifting from traditional lectures to facilitating learning. We're not just teaching facts; we're teaching students how to learn and continuously seek new knowledge." Amanda Fernandes, Manager – Careers and Employability Services, Middlesex University, believes, "For students who realise they want to change paths, we offer guidance on how to present themselves and leverage their skills in new ways. We also provide access to networks where they can find opportunities. Rejection is part of the job search process, and we encourage students to see it as a normal part of finding the right fit."

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First session gets underway at edufair.

Varun Jain, CEO Unihawk elaborates on the topic Finding the Right Higher Education Fit for Your Family. “Choosing a university and a programme depends on a number of important factors. These include the course content, the location and geography of the university, tuition fees, scholarships and opportunities for permanent residency and immigration," says Jain. He also considers finance and passion for a course option as key. "Understanding the financial implications, including potential earnings after graduation is important, as is personal passion, and how it aligns with the chosen programme."

Parents find the right fix for their children at Edufair

Teacher speak: edufair benefits students by offering numerous education options at one place.

“Events like Edufair provide a platform for students to compare various institutions, keeping in mind factors like tuition fees, location of the university and available courses. Such fairs undoubtedly benefit students by offering numerous options in one place," says Rajani Jaswal, Teacher and well-being coordinator, Springdales School Dubai

"I now have a good idea on admissions criteria after visiting Edufair," says Aditya from DPS Sharjah

“I am planning to study computer engineering in the UAE. I managed to speak to several universities offering courses in IT and computer science. I have found out all the key details for admissions, tuition fees and campus lives. I now have a good idea on how I have to proceed with admissions in UAE universities,” says Aditya Sujith, Grade 12 student, DPS Sharjah.

Gulf News Edufair a great opportunity to explore options in our education journey, say students

Make some noise, it's gulf news edufair, packed galleries as more than 1,000 students arrive in first 2 hours of edufair, satish kumar sivan, consul-general of india to dubai, at gnedufair 2024.

The Consul-General of India to Dubai, Satish Kumar Sivan said initiatives such as GNEdufair perfectly align with the growing India-UAE relations over the past decade. 

"In the past decade, several prestigious Indian institutions have chosen the UAE as their international destination, benefiting not only the expat Indian community but also the wider community in the Gulf, Middle East, and Africa," he said. "I must highlight that IIT Delhi has opened a campus in Abu Dhabi and it’s starting its first academic year this September. The CBSE announced the opening of its first international office in Dubai, which will support over 100 CBSE-affiliated schools in the UAE and more than 200 in the Gulf. This is a great move as it’s CBSE’s first international base, bringing the board closer to schools, students, and parents.

"Symbiosis has opened a new university and we expect more top-tier Indian institutions to follow, adding value to the UAE’s higher education system."

Edufair a remarkable event: Yakoob Al Ali

Yaqoob Al Ali, Executive Director and Private advisor in the office of Sheikh Juma Bin Maktoum Al Maktoum, said, "I extend my heartfelt gratitude to Gulf News for orchestrating this remarkable event in Dubai. With a multitude of colleges to explore, I extend my best wishes to all students as they navigate through their program choices."

Edufair adds significant value as UAE becomes education hub: Dr Sulaiman Al Jassim

Dr Sulaiman Al Jassim, Former Vice President of Zayed University, said exhibitions like Edufair add significant value as the UAE becomes a hub for higher education during the inauguration of the 2024 edition. "Edufair showcases the quality of education available to students and parents," he explained. "With so many higher education institutions in the UAE, families benefit from having their children study close to home, with excellent infrastructure and job opportunities available after graduation. The participation of leading international universities further enhances the value of Edufair. I am proud that the UAE now has such events, inviting educators to engage with students. These fairs provide detailed information on courses and employment prospects, benefiting the community.”

Dr Eesa Mohammed Al Bastaki, President, University of Dubai at Edufair

Dr Al Kindi delivers keynote address

Delivering his keynote address, Dr Mohammed Saeed Al Kindi, former UAE Minister of Environment & Water, emphasised on the importance of strengthening higher education institutions in the country.

"By pursuing higher education in the UAE, students can gain access to a wealth of career opportunities in the region. Many of the top industries in the UAE include finance, healthcare, technology, and tourism, all of which require skilled professionals with a higher level of education. As the UAE is known for its growing commercial hub, multi-cultural atmosphere, safety factors, career opportunities and excellent infrastructure, it’s a strategic location and vibrant environment which make an interesting and popular higher study destination for international students."

David George, Publisher, Gulf News Commercial Publishing welcomes chief guests

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Chief guests meet exhibitors at Edufair

Chief guests including Dr. Mohammed Saeed Al Kindi, former UAE Minister of Environment and Water, Dr Eesa Mohammed Al Bastaki, president, University of Dubai, Dr Sulaiman Al Jassim, former Vice President of Zayed University, Yaqoob Al Ali, Executive Director and Private Advisor of the office of Sheikh Juma Bin Maktoum Al Maktoum, and Satish Kumar Sivan, Consul-General of India inaugurated the event, along with Meher Murshed, Executive Editor, Gulf News, David George, Publisher, Gulf News Commercial Publishing, and Tina Bhakthavalsalan, Sales Manager, Supplements, Contract Publishing & Events, Gulf News. The Chief guests are currently touring the exhibition, engaging with exhibitors and exploring the diverse educational offerings on display.

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PH Embassy, UP Open University to launch borderless education program

The Philippine Embassy in UAE, together with the University of the Philippines (UP) Open University, has announced that it would launch a borderless education program, offering accessible education in the Middle East.

UP VINTA or Ventures for International and Transformative Academia is among the flagship programs of UP Open University, which will be launched on June 8, 2024, at the Philippine Consulate General in Dubai, the Philippine Embassy said in a Facebook post.

The program aims to provide accessible education programs to Filipino students worldwide through flexible platforms, such as Open and Distance e-learning (ODeL), committing to global education.

“UP VINTA revolutionizes education, representing a paradigm shift in traditional educational approaches, offering students worldwide the opportunity to access education through flexible platforms beyond national borders, empowering Filipino students abroad, and enriching the academic landscape of UAE,” the post read.

UP VINTA’s four pillars include inclusivity, quality instruction, innovation, and public service.

On February 2, 2024, the Philippine Embassy in UAE conducted a strategic meeting with the university, highlighting the importance of diplomatic ties in supporting UP VINTA initiatives, according to UP Open University’s website.

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Ascentria's JEE Main 2024 overseas topper achieves perfect 100 score

Its third time in only five years that Ascentria brings forth an overseas topper in JEE Mains, outside India. Are you ready to embark on a journey of academic excellence?

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Published: Tue 14 May 2024, 11:44 AM

In a realm of academic excellence, Ascentria shines as the beacon of success in JEE and NEET preparations across the UAE. Credited with an outstanding 70 per cent success rate since its inception, Ascentria is consistently guiding and encouraging brighter minds by preparing them to face the challenges of competitive examinations.

The multi-award winning institute adds yet another feather in its cap as it celebrates a resounding success of its student who secured a perfect 100 score thereby becoming the JEE Main 2024 Overseas Topper with an All India Rank of 31 as well, the best rank in the UAE to-date! What is more credible for Ascentria is that this achievement of an 'outside India' topper is cumulatively third in the last five years. It's a milestone indeed that speaks volumes about Ascentria's commitment and dedication to hone the aspirants' talent and put them on their path to success.

Ascentria, previously affiliated with IITian's PACE and also recognised as Ascentria-PACE today has the credentials to be seen as a leading academy in the region with proven results.

Nurturing Dreams

Ascentria believes not only in nurturing the students, it also walks that extra mile to make their dreams come true. Through a blend of innovative teaching methodologies tailored for the Gulf students, seasoned faculty, and a supportive learning environment, the centre empowers aspiring engineers and medical professionals to reach newer heights of success. "Our success stories bear a testimony to the dedication and hard work of our students, coupled with the personalised guidance and mentorship provided by our esteemed faculty members", says Alka Malik, founder and managing director of Ascentria.

She expressed immense pride in her students' achievements, emphasising the institute's firm dedication to foster academic excellence. Being the driving force and encouragement behind Ascentria's success, Malik's leadership and vision continue to inspire students to realise their full potential and beyond. She said: "We've always trusted in the strength of our work and results to make our case. We prefer a quieter approach. However, in the age of social media, it seems that misinformation often overshadows the truth. Despite this, we stay true to our values and strive to be recognised for our efforts."

Hear it out from the toppers

Ascentria renews its pledge to continue providing quality education and untiring support to every student who walks through its doors. Each of its success story is a testimony to the transformative power of education and the boundless potential that lies within each of us.

Pranavanand Saji, the Overseas Topper in JEE Main 2024 , credits his perfect 100 scores to the unwavering support and guidance of Ascentria's dedicated teachers. With aspirations to pursue Computer Science at IIT Bombay, Saji's journey reflects the exceptional quality of education and mentorship provided at Ascentria.

"Ascentria's teachers offered consistent support, readily addressing any queries. Even during times of self-doubt, they would instil confidence in me and reassure that I can do well."

Pritvik Premkumar, the Overseas topper in JEE Main 2023 with a percentile of 99.39, also an Indian High School, Dubai student. He dedicates his success to Ascentria's methodology of teaching and the exceptional guidance he received during his two years of preparatory with them. Currently Premkumar is pursuing a dual degree in engineering at IIT Kharagpur.

Param Ghodke , another Ascentrian with 99.33 percentile is currently enrolled in the B.Tech programme at IIT Madras and Nandana Rajesh with 99.06 percentile speak highly about the sincerity and dedication the Ascentria's faculty members put in ensuring that every child gets equal attention and opportunity to shine.

Aryan Muralidharan , with a remarkable score of 99.72 percentile emerged as one of the highest scorers in the UAE for JEE Main 2022. Being a student of The Millennium School (TMS), he secured top position in the school (Grade 12 CBSE) obtained the second position among UAE Grade 12 CBSE students. Aryan says, "I used to wake up at around 7 in the morning and study till 10 at night with breaks in between. Our teachers used to ask us to prepare in 3-hour blocks because the exam is for three hours. I would regularly go out to the park near my house to relax in between my studies. Also, the JEE preparations at Ascentria helped me with my board exams. I didn’t have to prepare separately for it."

Saood Dhabi with a score of 99.70 percentile in JEE Main 2022 and Harsh Puranik with a 99.55 percentile in the JEE Main 2022 also credit their success to Ascentria. Notably, all the top three Grade 12 CBSE Board scorers including Aryan Muralidharan at TMS were also among the top performers in JEE Main 2022.

Priya Paleri and Priyanka Paleri , twin sisters at Ascentria secured scores of 99.54 percentile and 99.07 percentile, respectively, in the 2021 JEE Main. An exceptional result for both these students to be also ranked among the top three students across the GEMS Group Schools in Grade 12 CBSE Boards Exams. Both the sisters are pursuing Mechanical Engineering at IIT Madras. Both these sisters are overwhelmed with the support and guidance offered to them at Ascentria.

Srinivas Chaudhary secured the top position in the UAE for both JEE Main and Advanced 2020 examinations with a 99.25 percentile. A student of Indian High School, Dubai, Srinivas attributes his success to Ascentria. He says, "At the start of grade 12 itself, Ascentria tutors began encouraging those students keen to pursue JEE Advanced. They provided us with PACE modules packed with extremely useful study material."

Highest numbers of UAE and overseas toppers for a reason

Ascentria remains committed to shaping the future leaders of tomorrow, guiding them towards a path of academic excellence and personal fulfilment of their career objectives.

Ascentria is the only academy with the longest legacy of excellence in the UAE. It is proud of its genuine results and high ethical standards. Its ethos has always been "students first" and that has resulted in such sterling results year after year.

Ascentria, students not only excel in competitive exams like JEE and NEET, they also aspire to secure top positions at the senior secondary board level for schools in the UAE. According to Malik, this success is attributed to the centre's unique teaching approach, which aligns seamlessly with the school curriculum, ensuring stress-free learning. "As Ascentria is the sole academy in the city, exclusively partnered with the Indian High Group of schools and the GEMS Group, we tailor batches specifically for each school and maintain a close collaboration with them. As part of the programme, students are also prepared for excellence in school assessments, which is extremely important for students, and therefore to us."

The proven success with schools helps Ascentria to spreads its wings further. On a popular, Ascentria has also started classes within The Millennium School, in sync with the TMS syllabus. It plans to expand this model to many more schools in the UAE. As a measure of full transparency, and in full confidence of their quality, Ascentria also encourages free trial classes to students to experience first-hand teaching that is offered. They also conduct several free open forums, operate a Whatsapp group for NRI JEE aspirants whereby free guidance and regular updates are provided including any changes in competitive exams, application dates and guidance on form filling, free counselling if required, and much more to their students.

There should be no compromise when it comes to career-oriented streams. Knowledge inspires to bring out the best in students and with correct guidance it empowers them to attain greater heights of success too. If there is a vision to excel, Ascentria has the means to help realise them. Ascentria, the UAE's multi award winning, coaching academy based in Dubai and one of the most respected institutes in the Middle East, preparing aspiring students for extremely rigorous entrance examinations to the finest institutions in India and abroad. The institute is recognized as one that offers the best quality teaching and most effective teaching methods, thus delivering a high rate of successful candidates.

To know how to enrol, please call 04-3525266 or visit: ascentria.net

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National Strategy for Higher Education 2030

National Strategy for Higher Education 2030 seeks to provide future generations with the necessary technical and practical skills to drive the economy in both public and private sectors. It also aims to prepare a generation of Emirati professionals to sustain growth in vital sectors such as knowledge, economy, entrepreneurship and the overall development of the UAE’s labour market.

In September 2017, Ministry of Education launched the National Strategy for Higher Education 2030 . The strategy sets out to build and achieve the highest scientific and professional education standards to serve the UAE’s future generations.

The strategy seeks to provide future generations with the necessary technical and practical skills to drive the economy in both public and private sectors. It also aims to prepare a generation of Emirati professionals to sustain growth in vital sectors such as knowledge, economy, entrepreneurship and the overall development of the UAE’s labour market.

The UAE Government set four main pillars to achieve this strategy: quality, efficiency, innovation and harmonisation. The Strategy also identified 33 key initiatives to support the implementation phase. These include:

• The National Quality Framework initiative aims to develop assessment-based standards capable of taking into account the different local needs while applying an effective quality control system.
• The Transparent Classification of Outputs initiative seeks to establish clear classification mechanisms that apply to all institutions and to publish quality reports to ensure transparency.
• The Expanded Professional Experience initiative will provide a variety of career training programmes to students such as on-campus work, job shadowing, joint ventures and vocational trainings.
• The Investment in Knowledge initiative aims to increase the number of Ph.D. students by increasing support for postgraduate funding and creating incentives to pursue higher education by ensuring attractive job opportunities.
• The Competitive Research Funding initiative will create a platform to provide funding for research in vital sectors and stimulate the collaboration between higher education institutions and the private sector.

Read news coverage about the launch of National Strategy for Higher Education 2030 .

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