Brief
Thousands of Dubai students attend Gulf News Edufair to explore university options
The three‑day Edufair at the Shangri‑La Hotel attracted Year 13 pupils keen on AI, cybersecurity and business programmes.
By Felo News Desk · Published
Hundreds of pupils from leading UAE schools visited Gulf News Edufair Dubai on its opening day, according to Gulf News. The event, running at the Shangri‑La Hotel on Sheikh Zayed Road until 4 October, hosts more than 20 universities, study‑abroad agencies and career‑service providers.
What happened
Students moved between booths, many arriving with specific subject interests. Technology‑focused programmes in artificial intelligence, cybersecurity, computer science and engineering drew strong attention, while business‑related tracks in finance, management and marketing were also popular.
What the reports add
Gulf News highlighted two Year 13 students – Aaima Raja and Khadija Ahmad of English Language School Dubai – who said they were considering business management and cybersecurity respectively, and both expressed interest in studying abroad. Grade 11 pupils Eva Talgaonkar and Haya Maneesh of JSS Private School were noted as exploring law studies in Australia and electrical engineering locally.
What was said
"I’m looking for business management programmes. I found a few good options at Edufair, as well as companies that can help students study abroad," Aaima said to Gulf News. Khadija added, "I’m in Year 13 and looking for cybersecurity courses. I found a few good options in the UAE, but I’m also interested in studying abroad and exploring opportunities outside the UAE."
How it came about
The Edufair follows a series of education‑focused events in Dubai, including the UniExpo held at Millennium Plaza in late September, which also featured AI and engineering programmes. The fair provides a platform for students to compare local and international options, complementing the emirate’s broader push to expand private‑school capacity announced on 1 October.
Key facts
- Edufair runs at the Shangri‑La Hotel until 4 October 2026 (gulfnews.com)
- More than 20 universities and study‑abroad providers participated (gulfnews.com)
- Students showed strong interest in AI, cybersecurity, engineering and business programmes (gulfnews.com)
- Year 13 pupils Aaima Raja and Khadija Ahmad expressed interest in business management and cybersecurity respectively (gulfnews.com)
- Grade 11 students Eva Talgaonkar and Haya Maneesh considered law in Australia and electrical engineering (gulfnews.com)
Sources
- [1] gulfnews.com — originally reported as “Gulf News Edufair opens, students from top Dubai schools visit to explore their next steps”
