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Topic: Ministry of Higher Education and Scientific Research

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

Two generations of careers take off at HCT

Mahdi Hassan, one of the first graduates from HCT, at the Emirates airline engineering building. Jaime Puebla / The National

Mar 27, 2013

Mahdi Hassan blazed the trail when he became one of the first graduates of HCT in the Dubai's men campus. Now, his sons are following suit. Read Article Two generations of careers take off at HCT

Sheikh Zayed's vision of educated youths hailed at HCT's 25th anniversary

Mar 27, 2013

Sheikh Nahyan, chancellor of the Higher Colleges of Technology, reiterates the commitment of the UAE's leaders to education. Read Article Sheikh Zayed's vision of educated youths hailed at HCT's 25th anniversary

UAE's Higher Colleges of Technology celebrate 25 years of learning

Nayereh Tavafi, who has taught English at the Dubai women's campus since it opened in 1989. Delores Johnson / The National

Mar 27, 2013

The second federal university has gone from four colleges in Abu Dhabi and Al Ain to 17 throughout the Emirates. Read Article UAE's Higher Colleges of Technology celebrate 25 years of learning

 

Pros and cons of going private

Maita Al Humairy at the University of Wollongong in Dubai. She says she does not regret opting for a private university but that her decision would have been easier if a voucher funding system had been in place. Lee Hoagland / The National

Mar 23, 2013

Not just fees at stake, mixed genders is also an issue for women considering private universities. Read Article Pros and cons of going private

 

UAE universities want closer links with CAA

CAA Commissioner Dr Antony Stella would like twice-yearly meetings with each university. Jeffrey E Biteng / The National

Mar 21, 2013

The licensing agency can play a key role in helping courses to be developed, especially in the smaller and newer institutions, say academics.  Read Article UAE universities want closer links with CAA

 

'Future of UAE depends on developing human resources', says Sheikh Nahyan

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Mar 15, 2013

As he starts work in his new job as Minister for Culture, Youth and Community Development, Sheikh Nahyan bin Mubarak says human resources is his key priority. Read Article 'Future of UAE depends on developing human resources', says Sheikh Nahyan

 

New UAE Minister of Higher Education to pick up the challenges

Mar 14, 2013

The new Minister of Higher Education and Scientific Research, Sheikh Hamdan bin Mubarak, comes into a portfolio that is not without its challenges. Read Article New UAE Minister of Higher Education to pick up the challenges

 

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

 

Increasing numbers of Emiratis choose media studies

Hessa Alshuwaihi , 21, a student of Applied Media and Communications at the Dubai Women's College, believes the increasing number of Emiratis studying media may be because some of the courses are taught in Arabic and are seen as easier options. Razan Alzayani / The National

Feb 28, 2013

Hessa Al Shuweihi is part of a new trend, and she believes the increasing number of Emiratis studying media may be because some of the courses are taught in Arabic. Read Article Increasing numbers of Emiratis choose media studies

 

University courses in UAE grow in diversity

Feb 28, 2013

While business degrees are still the top choice amongst Emirati students, more and more are opting for design, law and media.  Read Article University courses in UAE grow in diversity

 

Why staff ratings are vital for UAE's universities

Feb 20, 2013

Student and peer assessments of staff is becoming increasingly important to universities' efforts to improve, academics believe.  Read Article Why staff ratings are vital for UAE's universities

 

Vet degree to be taught for first time at UAE University

Majid Al Qassimi, an Emirati vet, working on livestock in Abu Dhabi.(The National-Photo courtesy of Majid Al Qassimi)

Feb 19, 2013

University head says 400 jobs need to be filled but there are only two practising Emirati vets, who both had to study abroad. Read Article Vet degree to be taught for first time at UAE University

 

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A hunger for home

Selected Vegetables and Fruits, in Abu Dhabi, where a number of people from Sri Lanka and India shop. Delores Johnson / The National

Here is a look at how various cultures in the UAE have imported their cuisines and where to buy the ingredients.  A hunger for home

Ferguson's excellent XI

Manchester United's Eric Cantona hammers the ball towards goal in their UEFA Champions League semi-final second leg soccer match at Old Trafford stadium in Manchester Wednesday April 23 1997. Dortmund won the match 1-0. (AP Photo/ Dave Caulkin)

As the great manager prepares for his final Manchester United match on Sunday, Gary Meenaghan, chooses a best XI from 27 Old Trafford years.  Ferguson's excellent XI

Turkey tightens Blue Mosque dress code

A foreign tourist dons a head covering as she visits the Blue Mosque in Istanbul, Trueky.Kerem Uzel for The National

Istanbul's famous mosque tries to strike balance between religion and tourism money by providing tourists with coverings. Thomas Seibert reports   Turkey tightens Blue Mosque dress code

Step backward may help UAE rugby move forward

Manila, Philippines, May18, 2013, UAE Rugby, ASN Match UAE v Philippines, Manila Rizal Memorial Stadium-(2nd left) Renier Els pulls down a Philippine ball carrier. The UAE team lost 24-8 in their match with The Philippines . For The National Mike Young

Dropping out of the top tier could be more of a help than a hurt, comments Paul Radley.  Step backward may help UAE rugby move forward

Lamborghini is still crazy after all these years

Celebrating the 50th anniversary of Lamborghini. Photo courtesy Lamborghini

The Italian marque is unbelievably, half a century old. To celebrate, the world's largest ever gathering of those outrageous sports cars assembled in its hometown.   Lamborghini is still crazy after all these years

Video: Talking Shehhi – a dialect from RAK's mountain tribes

Video: Talking Shehhi – a dialect from RAK's mountain tribes

The dialect of the mountain tribes in Ras Al Khaimah is a living example of the history of the Arabic language's evolution in the region. Produced by Paul O Driscoll  Video: Talking Shehhi – a dialect from RAK's mountain tribes

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Sir Bu Nair Island in charge of Sharjah government. One of the UAE’s untouched, natural islands is to be partially developed under new plans by Sharjah to promote eco-tourism.(Photos)

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