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Universities in the UAE are slashing fees and offering Ramadan discounts to attract students and ease the financial burden on families.
Last year, higher education institutions delivered significant discounts to mitigate the impact of the outbreak and this trend has continued in 2021.
Some have restructured their entire fee models this year, while others offer discounts of 50 per cent.
Here is a snapshot of what s available.
Heriot-Watt University Dubai
Heriot-Watt University Dubai has launched a new scholarship scheme which is running during Ramadan.
Under the HWUD Community Award, students will have their first year s fees reduced by Dh8,000.
This scholarship is aimed at new students applying for the September term and the deadline for applications is May 15.
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Top educationists said that the step aims at appreciating the talents and competencies already present in the country and attracting bright minds.
The UAE’s education sector has hailed the amendment to the nationality law which seeks to attract more foreign talent to contribute to the country’s “development journey”.
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Top educationists said that the step aims at appreciating the talents and competencies already present in the country and attracting bright minds.
Dr Karim Chelli, president, Canadian University Dubai, said: “I think this is fantastic news. It speaks volumes about the leadership of the country. The vision and the wisdom behind this (move) is incredible and truly futuristic. The UAE will not only be able to attract but also retain the brightest people in the world over here. The UAE is already well known for its world class infrastructure, hos
UAE residency: Foreign students can now sponsor families
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UAE residency: Foreign students can now sponsor families
Foreign students in the UAE will now be permitted to sponsor their families, provided they have the financial means to do so
January 24, 2021
The UAE has amended its residency laws to now permit foreign university students in the UAE to sponsor their families, provided they have the financial means to do so and can afford suitable housing.
The decision was conveyed via Twitter by Sheikh Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum, Vice President and Prime Minister of the UAE and Ruler of Dubai, who chaired a meeting of the Council of Ministers in Abu Dhabi on Sunday, January 24.