31-07-2025
Dubai Unveils Tech-Driven Vision for Future Education
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Dubai is expanding its diversified education offerings at Dubai Knowledge Park and Dubai International Academic City to align with its Education 33 Strategy. The move supports the city's goal of becoming one of the world's top 10 cities for education by 2033.
TECOM Group PJSC announced that globally renowned universities in the UAE will now offer future-focused courses in artificial intelligence (AI), robotics, wealth management, and game development. These programmes aim to develop a future-ready workforce by providing high-quality, accessible education.
Marwan Abdulaziz Janahi, Senior Vice President of Dubai Knowledge Park and Dubai International Academic City, revealed that the academic hubs continue to unite top institutions with curriculums designed to equip students with tomorrow's essential skills.
Universities are also offering a range of scholarships and grants to enable access to quality education: Amity University Dubai is offering up to 50% scholarships and a 30% bursary.
MAHE Dubai is providing merit-based scholarships of up to 30% for undergraduate and postgraduate students, and sports scholarships of up to 50%.
The University of Birmingham Dubai introduced new tech-focused programmes such as Robotics and AI, Urban Analytics and AI for Planners, and other master's courses. Scholarships of up to 50% are available for the September 2025 intake.
The University of Wollongong in Dubai announced academic and sports scholarships of up to 50%. The school also secured RDI grants in AI and sustainability, with student tech projects already making industry impact.
Murdoch University Dubai revealed a new Bachelor of Information Technology in Games Design and Development, offering scholarships of up to 40%.
SAE University College Dubai introduced a Bachelor of Computer Science and grants up to AED 50,000. It is also celebrating 20 years of creative media education in Dubai.
SP Jain School of Global Management announced a Master of Applied Finance and Wealth Management and a 'New Mothers' scholarship. Its Executive MBA ranks 23rd globally in QS International Trade Rankings 2025.
Jan Horn, Managing Director of SAE University College Dubai, stated that Dubai is quickly becoming a top study destination with incentives like the Golden Visa for creative professionals.
The academic cities are part of TECOM Group's wider portfolio, which includes Dubai Media City, Dubai Internet City, and Dubai Science Park. The initiative reflects Dubai's commitment to becoming a global hub for technology and innovation in education.
