THE RISE OF A REGIONAL EDUCATION HUB

Government-backed initiatives have transformed the UAE into a regional higher education hub of excellence

- GN Focus Report

Over the past decade, the UAE has steadily carved out a position as one of the leading higher education destinations in the Middle East. What was once a nation primarily focused on developing its oil and trade sectors has, in just a few decades, diversified its economy, with knowledge and education emerging as central pillars. The last ten years, in particular, have been transformative, thanks to government vision, large-scale investment, international collaboration, and a drive to become a knowledge economy. The result: a thriving higher education sector that attracts students from across the region and beyond.