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Rising demand among students for cybersecurity, AI careers
Khaleej Times
|September 26, 2025
Students at the KT University Expo 2025 showed a keen interest in emerging fields, including cybersecurity, artificial intelligence (AI), and healthcare management.
Students at KT UniExpo 2025 in Dubai. Students are also increasingly exploring specialised online courses, certifications, and research opportunities.
(SHIHAB/KHALEEJ TIMES)
The trend reflects a shift in academic aspirations, with students increasingly seeking technology-driven careers as well as opportunities to develop leadership, analytical, and operational skills — areas that were less popular just a few years ago.
Universities at the expo also highlighted the importance of blending theoretical learning with practical experience, ethical awareness, and interdisciplinary skills in their programmes.
Jyoto Manoj, assistant manager at De Montfort University Dubai, noted that the UAE market is witnessing a growing demand for technology-oriented programmes.
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