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Topic: Zayed University

New leaders take the helm at UAE's federal universities

Apr 15, 2013

For the first time, three different people will be holding the top posts at UAE University, Zayed University and the Higher Colleges of Technology. Read Article New leaders take the helm at UAE's federal universities

UAE scientist investigates whether depression is a matter of taste

04/01/2010 - Abu Dhabi, UAE - Dr. Justin Thomas, an Assistant Professor at Zayed University, has been studying depression among Emiratis for the past two years. (Andrew Henderson / The National) *** Local Caption *** ah_100104_Professor_Depression_0008.jpg

Mar 31, 2013

Depression can be debilitating and it is widespread in the UAE. But new research suggests the key to an early diagnosis could literally be on the tip of your tongue.  Read Article UAE scientist investigates whether depression is a matter of taste

Sheikh Nahyan led push to education for all

Mar 14, 2013

For more than two decades as Minister of Higher Education and Scientific Research, Sheikh Nahyan bin Mubarak led a concerted effort to make university and college available to all Emiratis. Read Article Sheikh Nahyan led push to education for all

UAE universities design their own iPad apps for students

Feb 10, 2013

Federal universities planning iTunes-U packages to deliver mobile learning for all students. Read Article UAE universities design their own iPad apps for students

 

Zayed University graduates get a chance of a master’s grant

Jan 07, 2013

Applications for the much-coveted Sheikh Mohammed bin Zayed Al Nahyan Higher Education Grant are open. Read Article Zayed University graduates get a chance of a master’s grant

 

Demand for psychologists in UAE prompts university to launch degree

Nowf al Qarni is one of the students at Zayed University who will be taking the new psychology major offered by the university.

Jan 04, 2013

Zayed University is offering a psychology degree for the first time amid rising demand for experts in the field. Read Article Demand for psychologists in UAE prompts university to launch degree

 

Zayed University to boost Arabic standards

A student from the Al Ruwais Primary Boys School reading during an Arabic language class. Silvia Razgova / The National

Nov 28, 2012

Zayed University plans to boost the standards of teachers in its new Arabic Language Institute, by banishing outdated teaching methods. Read Article Zayed University to boost Arabic standards

 

Zayed University to take aim at QS World Rankings

Zayed University is gaining pace in research, a key area for world rankings. Jeff Topping / The National

Nov 22, 2012

Provost says the institute is gaining pace in research, but Sheikh Nahyan says the number of students enrolled in master's programmes needs to double.  Read Article Zayed University to take aim at QS World Rankings

 

Zayed University students to spend longer on remedial English courses

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Nov 03, 2012

Students at the university will also improve their subject-specific vocabularies to better prepare them for coursework in English. Read Article Zayed University students to spend longer on remedial English courses

 

Emirati men going to University on the rise

Oct 24, 2012

This year, while the number of women at Zayed University has risen by 21 per cent to about 4,000, the number of men has jumped by more than two-thirds to about 1,000. Read Article Emirati men going to University on the rise

 

Ex-US Air Force veterans take the helm at Zayed University

Oct 19, 2012

Zayed University has appointed two new campus chiefs, and both men have spent more than 30 years in the US Air Force. Read Article Ex-US Air Force veterans take the helm at Zayed University

 

'Follow passion, not salary', Emirati youths told

Abu Dhabi, October 16, 2012 -- Amal Al Jabri, associate at Mubadala Aerospace, sits on a panel during the Mubadala Youth Forum 2012 held at the convention centre at the Khalifa City campus of Zayed University in Abu Dhabi, October 16, 2012. (Photo by: Sarah Dea/The National)

Oct 17, 2012

Emirati university students were encouraged at a youth forum to pursue jobs they enjoyed, not jobs with high salaries or brand names. Read Article 'Follow passion, not salary', Emirati youths told

 

Zayed University to gain UK accreditation

Oct 16, 2012

Zayed University is on its way to becoming the first university in UAE to gain external accreditation for its efforts in getting students into the workforce after university. Read Article Zayed University to gain UK accreditation

 

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Secretly shot Iranian film and second heist mark last days of Cannes

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Your budget may not allow for the services of an interior designer but these tips will help you create a home that looks like its been put together by a pro.   Design like a pro with our expert tips

The Orient, expressed in Abu Dhabi

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A discussion at Manarat Al Saadiyat will examine the art and photography of European artists travelling 'through the lights and images' of this region, writes Nick Leech   The Orient, expressed in Abu Dhabi

UAE rugby hope the kids are all right

JJ Fanucci of Dubai Exiles during the Jebel Ali Sevens Rugby at the Jebel Ali Centre of Excellence, Jebel Ali on the 16th November 2012. Credit: Jake Badger for The National

Freshly relegated, no better time for a youth movement than the present, writes Paul Radley.  UAE rugby hope the kids are all right

In pictures: Business picks up for UAE property model makers

Companies tasked with making scale models to announce developments in Dubai report business is picking up. Words by Martin Croucher. Photos by Christopher Pike / The National

Companies tasked with making scale models to announce developments in Dubai report business is picking up.  In pictures: Business picks up for UAE property model makers

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