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Sharjah 24
22-04-2025
- Business
- Sharjah 24
UOS champions research-driven education at QS Middle East 2025
Organised by QS Quacquarelli Symonds, a global leader in university rankings and educational consulting, the summit convened international higher education leaders to discuss the evolving role of universities in shaping the future of Society 5.0. Discussions emphasised the critical role universities play in fostering inclusive growth, cultivating critical thinking, and bridging skill gaps while ensuring humanity remains at the heart of technological and industrial advancement. Keynote address on university excellence Prof. Al Naimiy delivered his keynote speech during the opening forum, "Leading with Distinction: University Excellence for the Future," where he joined fellow university presidents and regional education leaders to explore how universities can champion comprehensive development, nurture critical thinking skills, build knowledge-based economies, and advance sustainable academic and research practices. Speakers also addressed the ethical responsibility of universities to ensure human values remain central to technological and industrial progress. Strategic vision and academic offerings Prof. Al Naimiy presented Sharjah University's key initiatives and practices outlined in its 2025-2030 strategy. These initiatives aim to achieve excellence across all facets of university operations through integrating scientific research and education, continuously adapting to digital transformations and technological advancements. He announced that the University will offer approximately 150 academic programs starting in September, including master's and doctoral degrees, with graduate programs comprising over 60% of the offerings. All programs are accredited by the UAE Ministry of Higher Education, and 80% have secured international academic accreditation. Adapting to Generation Z learners The Chancellor emphasised the importance of keeping pace with the changing behaviors and expectations of students, particularly those from Generation Z. He noted that the University has established the Institute of Leadership in Higher Education to train faculty members in developing teaching methods tailored to the mindset of this digitally savvy generation, which demonstrates a unique engagement with modern learning tools and methods. Community engagement and industry partnerships Turning to the University's engagement with the community and industry, Prof. Al Naimiy highlighted University of Sharjah's experience in involving graduate students, especially working professionals, in applied research that addresses real-world challenges faced by their organisations. He stated that the University is actively building partnerships with the industrial and governmental sectors, fostering impactful research projects, and enhancing the University's role as a hub for knowledge generation that is aligned with the specific needs of the community. A Quadruple Helix approach to sustainable development In closing, Prof. Al Naimiy affirmed that the University of Sharjah embraces a comprehensive Quadruple Helix approach, fostering collaboration between academia, industry, society, and government, thereby solidifying its position as a leading educational institution that actively contributes to building a sustainable future. QS Summit: A platform for global academic dialogue The QS Summit is a prominent global platform that brings together university leaders, policymakers, and researchers to discuss the future of higher education. This year's edition focused on "Reshaping the Future of Universities in the Era of Society 5.0," emphasising the integration of technological innovation with human needs in shaping the future of communities. The event featured open discussions and workshops addressing topics such as digital transformation in higher education, academic leadership in a changing environment, the future of employment and workforce skills, and international partnerships in research and innovation.
The National
12-03-2025
- Business
- The National
UAE higher education offerings continue to improve, says global report
The UAE has climbed to sixth place in an international league table of most improved countries for quality of university subjects offered. According to the QS Quacquarelli Symonds World University Rankings by Subject 2025 released on Wednesday, almost half (49 per cent) of the UAE's 60 ranked entries improved, with only 14 per cent scoring lower than last year. The UAE was the sixth most improved country when ranked by subject, although no university made the overall top 200 list of international universities according to data released in June. Coming in at number one on the most improved table was Hong Kong, followed by mainland China, Singapore, South Korea and Oman. Kuwait ranked as seventh most improved. Universities in the Emirates submitted 19 new subject entries this year, with five of them achieving debut rankings in; linguistics, dentistry, communication and media studies, politics and international studies, and data science & AI. The UAE is one of just 20 countries and territories with two or more subjects ranked in the global top 10. Khalifa University of Science and Technology's petroleum engineering programme climbed one place to 7th globally. And the Emirates Academy of Hospitality Management remains among the world's best in hospitality and leisure management, ranking 10th worldwide, despite falling one position. Ajman University's Data Science and Artificial Intelligence course entered the top 100 for the first time, while Dentistry at University of Sharjah did the same. Meanwhile, all nine entries from Al Ain University improved on their rankings from last year. Several factors were considered to grade each university, from learning experience to academic reputation, employability and global engagement. The US Massachusetts Institute of Technology (MIT) in Cambridge ranked first with an overall score of 100, followed by Imperial College London, UK with a score of 98.5. The top five university list was completed by the University of Oxford (96.9), Harvard University in the US (96.8) and the University of Cambridge, UK (96.7). In the UAE, the highest ranked university was Khalifa University with a score of 46.1, ranking it in 202nd place, followed by UAE University ranked 261 with a score of 39.4. 'The UAE's higher education ecosystem is making remarkable strides, as evidenced by the 49 per cent of its 122 ranked entries improving in the QS World University Rankings by Subject 2025,' said Ben Sowter, senior vice president at QS. 'This progress aligns with the nation's ambitious National Strategy for Higher Education 2030. 'The advancements in two of our key indicators such as Citations per Paper and H-Index reflect the UAE's commitment to fostering a robust research culture and enhancing global academic collaborations.' Experts said university options for students wanting to explore higher education in the UAE are improving. 'There are certain things I'm very happy that we are somewhere in the rankings now, but there are so many subjects that we still don't offer,' said education consultant Rema Menon Vellat. 'We are still in our nascent phase and we're growing exponentially. When I first came in here in 1998 it was all about business, and most of the institutions were offering related courses.' There is now a greater focus on science, technology, engineering and mathematics, according to the founder of Counselling Point Training and Development. 'There is a trickle-down effect. If government policies indicate a need to focus on logistics and supply chain, then that's where people will start investing their time and energy. 'But I feel we have many areas underserved, such as veterinary science, occupational and behavioural therapies, agriculture and farming.' Ms Vellat said there was an increase in the number of students in the UAE choosing to study at local universities, rather than travel overseas, a trend also seen elsewhere. In the Netherlands, the number of foreign student applications dropped significantly last year. Vrije Universiteit (VU) in Amsterdam saw a 23 per cent decline, and Groningen University reported 14 per cent fewer students from the European Economic Area (EEA). Overall, the Netherlands reported a 6 per cent decline in EU students and 9 per cent fewer non-EEA based applicants. The drop was largely driven by new government policies to reduce the number of foreign students, including limiting English use in bachelor's programmes. 'This is happening the world over and so students are also looking at newer options, like Italy or Spain,' said Ms Vellat. 'Young people are looking at where the jobs are. There's a perception that our university systems are not good enough just yet, but new checks and balances have contributed to improving facilities. 'We still need lots more research and investment in our students, the industry and academia partnerships.' In the 2025 league tables published in June last year, the American University of Sharjah was placed in 332 with a score of 33.6, while the University of Sharjah was in 434th place with a score of 27.5. Ajman University completed the top five in the UAE with a score of 25.1, placing it 477 on the list. The National University of Singapore was the top rated university in Asia, the region in which the UAE is classified, with a score of 93.7 in overall eighth place. In the Middle East, King Fahd University of Petroleum and Minerals in Saudi Arabia placed 101st with an overall score of 59.5, with Qatar University in Doha ranked 122, scoring 55.7.
Associated Press
12-03-2025
- Business
- Associated Press
QS World University Rankings by Subject 2025
Top universities in 55 subjects revealed LONDON, March 12, 2025 /CNW/ -- Global higher education experts QS Quacquarelli Symonds released the 15th edition of the QS World University Rankings by Subject, comparing over 21,000 academic offerings, taken by students at more than 1700 universities across 100 countries and territories in 55 subjects and five faculty areas. QS Senior VP Ben Sowter said: 'With growing funding challenges in mature higher education systems, supporting the sector is critical to driving innovation and societal progress. Our largest-ever subject rankings reveal emerging markets—particularly in Asia and the Middle East—are rising, as financial pressures mount on universities in the US, UK, Australia, and Canada.' Analysis reveals developments in future-industry areas with 34 new entries in the top 100 for Data Science & AI, 45 changes in top 50 Computer Science and China's first entry in the top 10 Engineering & Technology faculty area. Eight new countries and territories feature, with 171 institutions appearing for the first time and 14 universities rising into top 10 related subject areas. Global Highlights The United States leads with 3,245 ranked entries and tops 32 of 55 subjects, with Harvard first in 19 and MIT in 12. The UK has 1,883 entries and tops 18 subjects, with Cambridge earning four #1s and Oxford three – tied with ETH Zurich. Mainland China leads in for number of new entries. Peking and Tsinghua earn two top-three spots each. Seven of the world's 10 most improved universities are Chinese. In Australia, The Universities of Melbourne and Sydney rank among the world's top-100 in a world-leading 52 of 55 subjects Switzerland boasts the world's third most #1 entries. ETH Zurich has the fourth most #1 ranked entries among institutions Hong Kong is the world's most improved location. Of its 231 subject entries, 68% climb, 6% drop, and 15% remain stable Singapore continues to shine, with 30% of its entries securing top-10 positions, the highest concentration in the world KFUPM remains home to the Arab Region's best subject entry, placing fifth for Petroleum Engineering Brazil leads Latin America with 333 entries from 31 universities, led by Universidade de São Paulo, ranked ninth in Petroleum Engineering and 13th in Dentistry Twelve entries from nine Indian institutions are in the top 50 spearheaded by Mineral & Mining Engineering at the Indian School of Mines University, Dhanbad, in 20th
