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21 hours ago
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MBZUAI launches NextGen Summer Programme
This is part of MBZUAIs mission to build national AI talent and aligns with the UAEs AI Strategy 2031. The Mohamed bin Zayed University of Artificial Intelligence (MBZUAI) has launched its NextGen Summer Programme, a week-long initiative designed to introduce high school students in Grades 1012 to the fast-evolving world of artificial intelligence, innovation and emerging technologies. Hosted at the MBZUAI campus in Abu Dhabi, the immersive programme brings together 38 high-performing students from across the UAE for hands-on workshops and expert-led sessions. The students were selected from more than 150 applications, highlighting the programmes competitiveness. They will collaborate on projects requiring real-world AI applications in sectors such as healthcare, mobility, climate, and the creative industries. What sets the programme apart is its strong focus on real-world relevance. Under the guidance of MBZUAI faculty and industry mentors, students will use platforms like Python, Google Colab, and Kaggle to work with real datasets and explore how AI models are designed, tested and evaluated. Sessions on AI ethics, bias, and future career paths will reinforce the importance of using technology thoughtfully and with awareness of their broader societal impact. Rawdha AlMeraikhi, Director of Outreach at MBZUAI, said: 'We designed NextGen to spark curiosity, build skills, and give students a realistic glimpse into the future of AI, not just as a technology, but as a tool to create meaningful change. Its a unique opportunity for students to build confidence, explore their potential in one of the worlds most impactful fields, and potentially become the next MBZUAI students and future leaders in AI. The programme supports the UAEs broader vision to build national capabilities in advanced technology, in alignment with the UAE National Strategy for Artificial Intelligence 2031, which aims to position the country as a global leader in AI innovation and adoption. It also aligns with Abu Dhabis ambition to become the worlds first fully AI-native government by 2027.
TECHx
21 hours ago
- Science
- TECHx
MBZUAI Launches NextGen AI Summer Program for Students
The Mohamed bin Zayed University of Artificial Intelligence (MBZUAI) has announced the launch of its NextGen Summer Program. The initiative is designed to introduce high school students in Grades 10 to 12 to the world of artificial intelligence and emerging technologies. The week-long program is being held at the MBZUAI campus in Abu Dhabi. It brings together 38 high-performing students from across the UAE. These students were selected from more than 150 applicants, reflecting the program's high level of competitiveness. MBZUAI revealed that the immersive experience includes hands-on workshops and expert-led sessions. Students will work on real-world AI applications across sectors such as healthcare, mobility, climate, and the creative industries. The program focuses on practical learning and real-world relevance. Under the guidance of MBZUAI faculty and industry mentors, students will use platforms like Python, Google Colab, and Kaggle. They will work with actual datasets to understand how AI models are built, tested, and evaluated. Participants will also explore key issues in the field: Ethical considerations and bias in AI Future career pathways in artificial intelligence Rawdha AlMeraikhi, Director of Outreach at MBZUAI, stated that the program aims to spark curiosity, build skills, and provide a realistic view of AI as a tool for meaningful change. The initiative supports the UAE's national goals in advanced technology. It aligns with the UAE National Strategy for Artificial Intelligence 2031, which aims to position the country as a global leader in AI. It also complements Abu Dhabi's ambition to become the first fully AI-native government by post MBZUAI Launches NextGen AI Summer Program for Students first appeared on TECHx Media.
Zawya
a day ago
- Science
- Zawya
MBZUAI NextGen Summer Program empowers future generations of advanced technology leaders
Abu Dhabi: The Mohamed bin Zayed University of Artificial Intelligence (MBZUAI) has launched its NextGen Summer Program, a week-long initiative designed to introduce high school students in Grades 10–12 to the fast-evolving world of artificial intelligence, innovation, and emerging technologies. Hosted at the MBZUAI campus in Abu Dhabi, the immersive programme brings together 38 high-performing students from across the UAE, for hands-on workshops and expert-led sessions. The students were selected from more than 150 applications, highlighting the programme's competitiveness. They will collaborate on projects requiring real-world AI applications in sectors such as healthcare, mobility, climate, and the creative industries. What sets the programme apart is its strong focus on real-world relevance. Under the guidance of MBZUAI faculty and industry mentors, students will use platforms like Python, Google Colab, and Kaggle to work with real datasets and explore how AI models are designed, tested, and evaluated. Sessions on AI ethics, bias, and future career paths will reinforce the importance of using technology thoughtfully and with awareness of their broader societal impact. Rawdha AlMeraikhi, Director of Outreach at MBZUAI, said: "We designed NextGen to spark curiosity, build skills, and give students a realistic glimpse into the future of AI, not just as a technology, but as a tool to create meaningful change. It's a unique opportunity for students to build confidence, explore their potential in one of the world's most impactful fields, and potentially become the next MBZUAI students and future leaders in AI.' The programme supports the UAE's broader vision to build national capabilities in advanced technology, in alignment with the UAE National Strategy for Artificial Intelligence 2031, which aims to position the country as a global leader in AI innovation and adoption. It also aligns with Abu Dhabi's ambition to become the world's first fully AI-native government by 2027. About Mohamed bin Zayed University of Artificial Intelligence (MBZUAI) MBZUAI is a research-focused university in Abu Dhabi, and the first university dedicated entirely to the advancement of science through AI. The university empowers the next generation of AI leaders, driving innovation and impactful applications of AI through world-class education and interdisciplinary research. In 2025, MBZUAI launched its first ever undergraduate program, a Bachelor of Science in AI, with two distinct streams: Business and Engineering. For more information, please visit To apply for admission, visit or contact admission@ For press inquiries, please contact: media@
