Brief
Gulf News Edufair Abu Dhabi to showcase academic programmes and career pathways on Oct 17‑18
The two‑day fair will feature universities, study‑abroad advisers and career services experts discussing AI, healthcare, engineering and more.
By Felo News Desk · Published
The Gulf News Edufair Abu Dhabi is scheduled for October 17 and 18 at the Radisson Blu Hotel & Resort Abu Dhabi Corniche, bringing together universities, education providers, study‑abroad advisers and career‑services experts for a two‑day showcase.
What happened
The fair will allow students, parents and graduates to explore academic choices and discuss future plans directly with education professionals. Organisers highlighted that the event focuses on how academic programmes align with workplace skills, with exhibitors presenting programmes in artificial intelligence, machine learning, data science, robotics, automation, environmental and sustainability engineering, business analytics, medicine, dentistry, pharmacy and nursing.
What the reports add
Prof R Swarnalatha, Associate Dean of Admissions and Marketing at BITS Pilani’s Dubai campus, said the university will showcase its AI‑focused programmes and emphasise critical thinking, communication, leadership and entrepreneurship. Prof Mohammad Obeid, Assistant Vice President – Global Strategy, Industrial Engagement and Business Development at RAK Medical and Health Sciences University, explained that the university will display technology‑enhanced, simulation‑based learning and clinical exposure for health‑science students.
What was said
"We want visitors to see what makes a BITS education distinctive: strong academic foundations combined with academic flexibility, hands‑on learning and meaningful industry exposure through our Practice School programmes," Swarnalatha told Gulf News.
Obeid added, "We want visitors to see a university that connects education, healthcare, research and innovation to develop the next generation of healthcare professionals."
How it came about
The Edufair returns after a previous edition highlighted the city’s growing role as an education hub, as reported in Felo’s earlier coverage. The fair aligns with Abu Dhabi’s broader vision of enhancing livability and opportunity, echoed in recent city‑wide initiatives.
Key facts
- Gulf News Edufair Abu Dhabi will be held on October 17‑18 at the Radisson Blu Hotel & Resort Abu Dhabi Corniche. (gulfnews.com)
- The fair will feature universities and education providers showcasing programmes in AI, data science, engineering, healthcare and business analytics. (gulfnews.com)
- Prof R Swarnalatha of BITS Pilani Dubai highlighted AI, machine learning and entrepreneurship as focus areas. (gulfnews.com)
- Prof Mohammad Obeid of RAK Medical and Health Sciences University emphasized technology‑enhanced, simulation‑based learning for health programmes. (gulfnews.com)
Sources
- [1] gulfnews.com — originally reported as “How Gulf News Edufair Abu Dhabi connects academic choices with career opportunities”
