Our Education Economic News provides comprehensive coverage on the economic factors shaping the future of education, from budget allocations to technological investments.
As the new school year approaches, many parents in the UAE are turning to private tailoring shops and uniform stores to cut down on the cost of school uniforms. For some, it is about affordability, while for others, it is about getting uniforms that fit properly. Zahra Abdul Rahman, a mother of three, has been …
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About 100 students from various nationalities and five schools in Dubai recently immersed themselves in the world of diplomacy and international relations through the first edition of Junior DIAMUN, a simulated United Nations (UN) conference. This event, hosted by Dubai International Academy (DIA) Emirates Hills, was themed ‘Innovating Towards a Sustainable Future’ and aimed at …
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Students planning to study in the UAE, whether incoming internationals or current residents beginning their university education, have multiple visa options available. The UAE offers various residency visas sponsored by educational institutions, parents, and for high-achieving students, the possibility to self-sponsor under the Golden Visa scheme for durations of five or ten years. Visas Sponsored …
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In the United Arab Emirates, a novel school fee payment app is swiftly becoming a go-to solution for families seeking flexible payment options. This app, a product of the collaboration between Direct Debit System, a leader in paperless direct debit solutions for education, and fintech startup Zenda, is transforming how tuition and other educational expenses …
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In a groundbreaking advancement, the United Arab Emirates is making strides in artificial intelligence (AI) and robotics research, catalyzing growth and sustainable transformation in key sectors such as energy, agriculture, and aviation. This progress is being spearheaded by the Mohamed Bin Zayed University of Artificial Intelligence (MBZUAI) in Abu Dhabi, a leader in nurturing future …
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iCademy Middle East, a pioneer in online schooling, has announced its Spring start dates for the 2024 academic year, inviting students from around the globe to partake in its comprehensive KG-12 education programs. Licensed by the Knowledge and Human Development Authority (KHDA) and accredited by the New England Association of Schools and Colleges (NEASC), iCademy …
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Abu Dhabi recently became a hub of technological immersion as Mohamed bin Zayed University of Artificial Intelligence (MBZUAI) welcomed over 300 students from both UAE schools and MBZUAI into the captivating world of the metaverse. The occasion? The AI Armchair series, an innovative initiative aimed at demystifying artificial intelligence (AI) and making it more relatable …
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In a remarkable testament to its growth and vision, Dubai’s private school sector has witnessed an unprecedented surge in enrolments for the 2023/24 academic year. With the enrolment rate climbing to a double-digit increase of 12%, this translates to an addition of over 39,000 students from the previous year. This impressive figure brings the total …
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