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Sharjah K-12 Enrolment Reaches 251,000 in AY25

Sharjah K-12 Enrolment Reaches 251,000 in AY25, with Private Schools Driving 3.3% Annual Growth Since AY19, Research Reveals at Sharjah International Summit on Improvement in Education 2026

L.E.K. Consulting Research Shows 83% Private School Penetration and 3.6% Growth in International K-12 Segment, Reinforcing Sharjah’s Position as an Emerging Global Education Hub

Dubai, UAE, 19 February 2026: Sharjah’s K-12 education sector has reached approximately 251,000 students, with 83% enrolled in private schools, according to research and analysis by global strategy consultancy firm L.E.K. Consulting. Since 2019, private K-12 enrolment in the emirate has grown at a compound annual growth rate (CAGR) of 3.3%, with the international curriculum segment expanding slightly faster at 3.6%, over the same period

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BITS Pilani Dubai Campus Hosts Startup Career Fair 2026, Bringing Together 50 UAE Startups Across 26 Industries

• 12 Alumni-Led Ventures Among 50 UAE Startups
• Digital-First Hiring Enables Real-Time Matching
• BITS Strengthens Ties with UAE’s Entrepreneurial Ecosystem

Dubai, UAE – The BITS Pilani Dubai Campus (BPDC) recently hosted the Startup Career Fair 2026, bringing together 50 emerging startups from across the UAE and creating a vibrant platform for students to connect directly with founders and early-stage teams. The fair recorded a 43% increase in participation compared to last year, reflecting rising student interest in startup careers and stronger engagement from the UAE’s entrepreneurial community.

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Destination Dubai Expo Strengthens Study Dubai Momentum Across India Through Successful 2026 Roadshow

Dubai, UAE – The Destination Dubai Expo, aligned with Study Dubai, the Government of Dubai’s flagship initiative to position the emirate as a global education destination, successfully concluded its second multi-city India Roadshow 2026, building on the strong momentum and engagement generated during its inaugural edition.

The roadshow showcased Dubai’s dynamic and rapidly expanding higher education ecosystem across key Indian cities, connecting prospective students and families with internationally recognised universities, world-class campuses, and diverse academic and career pathways — all within one of the world’s most future-focused cities.

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Al Ain University and Appolonia & Synergy Holding Sign Strategic MoU to Advance Medical Education and Clinical Training

Abu Dhabi – In a step that reinforces integration between higher education and the healthcare sector, Emirates Palace in Abu Dhabi witnessed the signing of a strategic Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) between Al Ain University and Appolonia & Synergy Dental Holding Group, aimed at advancing the medical education ecosystem and elevating clinical training standards in the field of dentistry in line with global best practices.

The MoU provides structured advanced clinical training programs for students enrolled in the Bachelor of Dental Surgery program at Al Ain University within the clinical facilities of the Group. The training will be conducted under the supervision of specialized and highly qualified medical professionals, enhancing students’ clinical competencies and ensuring their readiness to meet the demands of the healthcare sector.

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RIT Dubai launches Bachelor of Science in Advertising and Public Relations

New degree program blends communication and technology to meet future industry needs

16 February 2026, Dubai, UAE: Rochester Institute of Technology (RIT) of Dubai has announced the launch of a new Bachelor of Science in Advertising and Public Relations, to prepare students for leadership roles in the transforming sector. Accredited by the UAE Ministry of Education, the program combines strategic communications with data-led decision making to equip graduates with the creative and technical skills to deliver effective campaigns that engage audiences through targeted messaging and compelling storytelling.

New program combines strategic communication and advanced technology

Reflecting RIT Dubai’s longstanding reputation as a leader in technology education, the new Bachelor of Science program responds to the evolution of advertising and public relations as disciplines that are now grounded in research and analytics, as well as creativity. As digital platforms, smart technologies, and artificial intelligence continue to transform how audiences are reached and influenced, the program teaches students how to understand human behavior through data-informed research and to design strategic messaging for both traditional and digital channels.

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