HE council approves criteria for students studying abroad

In line with the United Arab Emirates’ strategic direction to enhance the quality and outcomes of higher education and human development, and to align its outcomes with national development goals and market needs, the Education, Human Development and Community Development Council has approved a set of criteria for Emirati students who wish to pursue their higher education outside the UAE, reports Gulf Today.

Students wishing to enrol in a higher education institution outside the UAE, whether at their own expense or through a sponsoring entity, are required to study at institutions recognised by the Ministry of Higher Education and Scientific Research, in accordance with approved classifications and standards.

The institution must be ranked among the top 50 universities worldwide in the intended field of study, regardless of overall ranking or country. If studying in the United States or Australia, the institution must be ranked among the world’s top 100 universities in the intended field of study, and among the top 100 universities overall. If studying in any other English-speaking country (excluding the US and Australia), the institution must be ranked among the world’s top 200 universities in the intended field and among the top 200 universities overall. If studying in a non-English-speaking country, the institution must be ranked among the world’s top 300 universities in the intended field and among the top 300 universities overall.
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