Mohammed bin Rashid announces Dubai National University project towards global leadership

In a new step to enhance higher education in the UAE, His Highness Sheikh Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum, Vice President and Prime Minister of the UAE and Ruler of Dubai, announced the launch of the Dubai National University project. This ambitious project comes with initial investments of AED 4.5 billion, and aims to make the university among the top 50 young universities in the world within the next decade.

University vision and objectives The National University of Dubai seeks to provide specialized and future-oriented academic programs, with a focus on research contributions that contribute to the development of the Emirati and global community. Sheikh Mohammed bin Rashid also explained that the university will have an Emirati identity and its programs will be international, reflecting the UAE’s vision of achieving academic and research excellence at a global level.

Infrastructure and Equipment The National University of Dubai is expected to be equipped with the latest technologies and educational facilities, to provide an integrated educational environment that supports innovation and creativity. The university will include a variety of colleges and institutes covering various academic disciplines, in addition to advanced research centers aimed at promoting scientific research and technological development.

Dubai National University will offer a wide range of academic programmes that meet the needs of the local and global market. These programmes will include specialisations in the fields of science, technology, engineering and mathematics (STEM), in addition to specialisations in the humanities, social sciences and arts. The university will also provide advanced postgraduate programmes aimed at preparing future leaders in various fields.

The National University of Dubai seeks to be among the best universities in research contributions, by supporting scientific and applied research that contributes to solving global and local problems.

Challenges and opportunities In light of the rapid changes witnessed by the world, higher education faces major challenges that require a quick and effective response. By launching the Dubai National University, the UAE seeks to prepare generations capable of absorbing these changes and harnessing them to create a better future. This project also represents an opportunity to enhance the UAE’s position as a leading educational destination worldwide.

The Dubai National University project represents an important step towards achieving the UAE’s vision of developing higher education and promoting scientific research. Thanks to the large investments and ambitious vision, the university is expected to become one of the best universities in the world, contributing to achieving sustainable development and building a bright future for future generations.