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UAE education: Symbiosis International University opens first overseas campus in Dubai

The Dubai campus offers four programmes accredited by the Commission for Academic Accreditation under the Ministry of Education UAE

Symbiosis International University in Dubai
The university educates students from over 85 countries and offers more than 118 programmes across its 40 institutions.

Symbiosis International (Deemed University) has opened its first international campus in Dubai, licensed by the UAE Ministry of Education (MOE) and the Knowledge and Human Development Authority (KHDA).

The institution, known for its 50-year history of academic excellence, has begun classes in September.

Symbiosis International (Deemed University) opens Dubai campus

The Dubai campus offers four programmes accredited by the Commission for Academic Accreditation under the Ministry of Education UAE:

  1. Bachelor of Business Administration (BBA) in Accounting and Finance
  2. Master of Business Administration (MBA)
  3. Bachelor of Computer Applications (BCA) with specialisations in AI and ML, Cloud Computing, Data Science and Data Analytics
  4. Bachelor of Arts in Media and Communication (BA) with focuses on Digital Marketing, Public Relations, Advertising and Corporate Communications

This expansion aligns with the UAE’s D33 Economic Agenda and the Comprehensive Economic Partnership Agreement (CEPA) between India and the UAE.

It also supports India’s National Education Policy (NEP) 2020, which encourages the internationalisation of Indian educational institutions.

“The launch of Symbiosis International University in Dubai is a landmark moment in our journey of global expansion. We extend our heartfelt thanks to the UAE Ministry of Education and the Government of India for their unwavering support in fostering international education. With this foundation, we are thrilled to contribute to the UAE’s vision of becoming a global education hub, while bringing together cultures, ideas, and innovation,” Dr. Vidya Yeravdekar, Pro-Chancellor of Symbiosis International University said.

Symbiosis, founded in 1971 by Prof. (Dr.) S.B. Mujumdar, adheres to the Vedic principle of Vasudhaiva Kutumbakam—’The World is One Family’.

The university educates students from over 85 countries and offers more than 118 programmes across its 40 institutions.

Students at the Dubai campus will have access to internships and placement assistance through mentoring by the alumni network in the Gulf Cooperation Council (GCC).

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