Sharjah Education Sector Research Highlights

Analysis

Sharjah's hybrid learning and work-study programmes nurture competitive labour force
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The pursuit of higher education is increasingly intertwined with the demands of the workforce, and balancing work commitments with academic endeavours can be challenging for students. Recognising this challenge, in August 2023 the Sharjah government authorised the University of Sharjah to implement a hybrid education model, with the aim of making higher education more accessible to working students.…

Analysis

Building a digital landscape in higher education
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In a bid to expand access, education is increasingly exploring the possibilities of the metaverse and extended-reality (XR) approaches. The former comprises a range of technologies that immerse users in a virtual environment. It denotes a 3D medium that combines virtual reality (VR) and augmented reality (AR) into a new digital realm, sometimes known as XR. These environments are accessed through VR…

Overview

Sharjah redesigns education curricula to prepare students for the future of work
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Sharjah is home to a diverse array of educational institutions, professional development centres, and local and international schools that play host to a multicultural student body. Two universities within the emirate ranked in the top-500 institutions in the 2024 QS World University Rankings, with the American University of Sharjah and the University of Sharjah placing 364th and 465th, respectively.…

Interview

Tod Laursen, Chancellor, American University of Sharjah: INterview
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Interview:Tod Laursen, Chancellor, American University of Sharjah In what ways are educational institutions adapting to align with changing workforce needs? TOD LAURSEN: Educational institutions should not just respond to evolving workforce demands; it is also important to anticipate them. This includes an expansion in fields ranging from areas like artificial intelligence and biotechnology…

Chapter

The Report: Sharjah 2023: Education
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Sharjah has emerged as a centre for higher education in the GCC and is home to two universities ranked in the top 500 globally. Federal restructuring has led to the establishment of key entities such as the Federal Authority for Early Childhood Education, indicating a comprehensive approach to education reform. Noteworthy initiatives include the introduction of Ajyal Schools blending national and US…

Country Report

The Report: Sharjah 2023
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Sharjah has emerged as a diverse economic powerhouse, with nearly 96% of its economic output driven by non-oil sectors. As host to six free zones and featuring a population of 1.8m, the emirate is prioritising economic diversification and cultural richness. Robust growth is seen across sectors like manufacturing, construction and real estate, supported by initiatives like Sharjah Sustainable City.

Economic News

How generative AI could transform education in the GCC
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– GCC countries have taken the global lead in outlining AI public policies – AI technology has the potential to improve education outcomes – MENA universities are rising in world rankings for technology preparedness – New training initiatives seek to build the workforce of the future As public and private entities across the world weigh how to utilise generative artificial…

Overview

Sharjah’s health and education sectors during and after the pandemic
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Quality education and health services is important to ensure growth and productivity. With regular activities severely disrupted in 2020 due to the Covid-19 pandemic, schools had to shift quickly to online learning and integrate new health protocols when in-person instruction resumed. Quick adoption helped the emirate maintain its position as a regional centre for education. Hospitals and clinics,…

Chapter

The Report: Sharjah 2021: Education & Health
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With regular activities severely disrupted in 2020 due to the Covid-19 pandemic, schools in Sharjah had to shift quickly to online learning and integrate new health protocols when in-person instruction resumed. Rapid adoption helped the emirate maintain its position as a regional centre for education. Hospitals and clinics, meanwhile, devoted substantial resources to testing and care to fight the…

Interview

Abdulla Ali Al Mahyan, Chairman, Sharjah Health Authority (SHA): Interview
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Interview:Abdulla Ali Al Mahyan Which factors are shaping the development of the health sector in Sharjah? ABDULLA ALI AL MAHYAN: The UAE’s health care market is projected to expand at a compound annual growth rate of approximately 10% between 2019 and 2023. Moreover, by 2025 the population of Sharjah alone is expected to reach nearly 2m, which will require an increase in the number of dedicated…

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