Gulf News Edufair is back, bringing global education opportunities to Dubai

Dubai: Students and parents gathered at the Shangri-La Hotel Dubai for the latest edition of Gulf News Edufair, which brings together universities, education experts, and international study opportunities. Dr. Emmadi Vishnu Vardhan Reddy, Consul General of India to Dubai, inaugurated the event alongside senior management from Gulf News.

Running from October 2 to 4, the three-day programme features over 20 universities and career services providers from the UAE and abroad, offering students information on courses, admission requirements, scholarships, and career pathways.

The event caters to students at different stages of their academic journey and aims to help them explore future-focused programmes, including business, computing, artificial intelligence, cybersecurity, engineering, psychology, design, and finance. University representatives are available to explain programme structures, qualifications, and career pathways after graduation.

For families considering overseas education, Gulf News Edufair provides access to international study opportunities, including information on popular destinations, admission requirements, application deadlines, scholarships, and visa requirements. Seminar programmes address questions about employability, skills development, industry connections, and changing workplace expectations.

The event reflects the growing importance of education, skills, and employability in a rapidly changing workplace. With the presence of international education representatives, the event highlights the range of study pathways available to students in the UAE, particularly for Indian students. Indian Consul General Reddy emphasized the importance of education as a pillar of engagement between India and the UAE, and expressed hope that the initiative will benefit students and the wider population in Dubai and the Gulf region.