Date: Wednesday, 15 January 2025
Location: Middlesex University Dubai
Overview
The UAE, distinguished by its varied expatriate community, stands as a pivotal player in the TNE sector. Home to approximately 10 million people, about 85% of whom are foreign nationals, the UAE offers a vibrant, multicultural educational environment. With a youthful demographic, high per capita income, and a strategic position as a technological and business hub, the UAE is an appealing destination for international students. It is the UK's largest TNE market in the Middle East and ranks among the top ten globally.
The UAE focuses primarily on strengthening its higher education sector through partnerships that enhance both Emirati employability and the recruitment of international students. The common TNE partnerships here involve both IBCs and franchise programmes, supported by the strong economy and the country's strategic goal to become a leading education hub in the region.
Event Details
At this event, we will formally launch our research in the presence of key stakeholders from the UAE government, local TNE institutions, local higher education institutions in the UAE, and the UK higher education sector.
Who should attend?
Heads of International Partnerships
University Leaders and Administrators
Policymakers and Regulators in Higher Education
Academics and Researchers in TNE and International Education
Professionals involved in MENA or UK Higher Education Collaboration
We look forward to having you join us.
Tentative Agenda
Time: 10:00 AM to 3:00 PM (GMT +4)
There will be opportunities for networking and learning about priority areas for UAE partnerships.
Key insights from the British Council report: ‘Examining transnational education in Egypt, Qatar, and the UAE’
Panel discussion 1: Operationalising the TNE sustainability framework: insights from UAE's TNE sector
Panel discussion 2: Alumni stories – Experiences of UK TNE alumni
Panel discussion 3: Future prospects: UAE’s vision for international higher education partnerships and strategic opportunities
Lunch & Networking
Please register on the link below.
Don't hesitate to get in touch with Maharoop Sheri at Maharoop.sheri@britishcouncil.org for further information.
Registration required, please register through this link.
