According to the Ministry of Education, the UAE has witnessed tremendous growth in the higher education sector over the past two decades, with eight UAE universities listed among the top 3% of the world's universities, according to the QS Global 2020 rankings, as well as two of the top 50 universities in the world. Asia for the first time, according to the classification of Asian universities 2019 published by the magazine Times of Higher Education 2019.
This came on the sidelines of the Ministry's participation in the `` Learn in the UAE '' platform at the 20th China Education Expo 2019, part of the annual International Education Conference, which will be held at the China National Convention Center in Beijing on October 19 and 20, 2019.
Participating in the platform 2 of the most prominent institutions of higher education in the UAE: the University of the United Arab Emirates and Khalifa University, to recognize visitors and participants of the UAE's capabilities in the field of higher education and scientific research, and its position as one of the most important destinations for students from all over the world to study in the UAE for what it offers One of the elements that support harmonious living between different cultures and peoples.
Dr. Hassan Obaid Al Muhairi, Assistant Undersecretary for Accreditation and Educational Services at the Ministry, said: “Good leadership has placed education as one of the main pillars of the UAE Vision 2021 and the UAE Centennial 2071. Today, the UAE is an attractive destination for young people and students of various nationalities. Education, an ideal platform to create an opportunity to share global best practices and experiences in the education sector among participating countries, and through the platform “Learn in the UAE” and our partner institutions of higher education, we aim to provide our expertise in the field of education Of the students to see the most important developments to help them understand the educational potential of high quality offered by the State of Emirates to be able students to pursue their university studies and prepare them and walk fast pace towards a successful future. "
The country has more than 70 institutions in the field of higher education accredited by the Ministry of Education, in addition to being one of the most countries with branches of a large number of international universities, for example the Sorbonne in Abu Dhabi and New York University in Abu Dhabi. The number of students of different nationalities has grown considerably in the country over the past decade, and this growth is expected to continue over the next two years, as the enrollment rate of Arab and foreign students, including Chinese students, is expected to increase.
Al Muhairi added: “The UAE offers an unparalleled cultural experience of peaceful coexistence with more than 200 nationalities of different cultures and religions. The UAE is one of the safest and happiest countries in the world. It is a global incubator for innovation, entrepreneurship and opportunities where students can experience Emirati culture or enjoy Some of the best destinations that have broken records during their studies and stay in the country. "
The China Education Fair has been held in more than one Chinese city including Beijing and Shanghai since 2000 under the auspices of the China Association for International Exchange Education. The exhibition was well received as the leading event for schools and universities around the world to expand their presence in the world's largest employment market. More than 20 international pavilions, including Australia, Canada, Finland, France, Japan, Singapore, Spain, the United Kingdom and the United States of America, as well as more than 600 international schools from around 40 countries and regions, attracting about 60,000 visitors from all over China. The exhibition provides students with an opportunity to learn about the various opportunities and benefits offered by the participating universities and institutions.