TECOM Group’s Education Cluster spotlights Dubai’s role in global dialogue on knowledge and innovation at EAIE Conference and Exhibition in Toulouse, France
More than 33,500 learners of all ages are based at Dubai Knowledge Park and Dubai International Academic City
DUBAI, UAE, Sept. 19, 2024 /PRNewswire/ — The European student community at Dubai Knowledge Park and Dubai International Academic City noted annual growth of 43% at the end of the 2023-24 academic year as Dubai cements its position of prominence as a global education destination.
Dubai International Academic City – EAIE Toulouse
The districts, which together comprise the Education Cluster of TECOM Group, feature universities from around the world, providing a vibrant community for learners to be connected through activities, workshops, and events that encourage collaboration, Dubai International Academic City announced at the European Association for International Education (EAIE) Conference and Exhibition, held on 17-20 September in Toulouse, France.
Dubai Knowledge Park and Dubai International Academic City offer a range of accredited undergraduate and postgraduate programmes as well as specialist upskilling, training, and development courses to nourish higher education and lifelong learning. Together, the districts feature a French student community that grew by more than 30% at the end of the 2023-24 academic year.
“European talent is driven by the pursuit of new horizons upon which to make its mark, and increasingly, its compass is pointing towards futuristic multipolar hubs like Dubai,” said Marwan Abdulaziz Janahi, Senior Vice President of Dubai Knowledge Park and Dubai International Academic City at TECOM Group.
“Dubai’s compelling blend of opportunity and connection offers the robust, globally focused pathways necessary for innovation to flourish. Our vibrant education communities leverage this pro-innovation framework to become the meeting point for Europe’s brightest minds – its institutions and students alike. We will continue uniting talent to connect, collaborate, and contribute to the global dialogue on knowledge and innovation, in line with the vision of Dubai Economic Agenda ‘D33’.”
The Education Cluster is home to a vibrant pool of more than 33,500 learners of all ages from 170 countries. Its culturally diverse environment is enriched by the presence of globally renowned French institutions such as ESMOD Fashion School at Dubai International Academic City and EM Normandie Business School, Alliance Française, and Le Wagon Coding School at Dubai Knowledge Park.
Leaders from the wider European market further strengthen the regional education and knowledge sectors, including Germany’s FrontLife Recruitment for Healthcare Professionals and Hungary’s John Von Neumann University hub at Dubai Knowledge Park, and Switzerland’s Ecole Hoteliere Helvetique at Dubai International Academic City.
Dubai International Academic City offers a comprehensive ecosystem of sector-specific offerings, including built-to-suit campuses, world-class collaborative workspaces, and on- and off-campus housing, to support its global community of higher education institutions, students, and professionals. The community also nurtures partnerships with industry leaders to facilitate internships, job placements, research collaborations, and support for entrepreneurial talent.
Dubai Knowledge Park and Dubai International Academic City are part of TECOM Group’s portfolio of 10 business districts, including Dubai Media City, Dubai Internet City, Dubai Industrial City, Dubai Production City, Dubai Science Park, Dubai Studio City and Dubai Design District (d3).
About TECOM Group PJSC
TECOM Group (www.tecomgroup.ae) has been developing strategic, sector-focused business districts across the emirate of Dubai since 1999. TECOM Group is well-positioned to continue playing an integral role in cementing Dubai’s status as a global business and talent hub.
The TECOM Group portfolio consists of 10 business districts catering to 6 vital knowledge-based economic sectors, including design, education, manufacturing, media, science, and technology. The Group provides a varied and tailor-made leasing portfolio – which includes offices, co-working spaces, warehouses, and land – to over 11,000 customers and more than 124,000 professionals.
TECOM Group offers additional value-added services to deliver a competitive and attractive environment for businesses and entrepreneurs to thrive in and to facilitate engagement between the districts’ community members. Government and corporate services are made available through an integrated smart services platform, “axs”, which enhances ease of doing business and provides community members with a seamless experience.
TECOM Group also provides industry specialised facilities, including media production studios, laboratories, and higher education campuses. in5, its enabling platform for entrepreneurs and start-ups, offers innovation centres supporting tech, media, and design start-ups and SMEs. Its future-focused co-working spaces D/Quarters deliver stimulating work environments for tenants, and the “Go Freelance” package serves freelance talents.
SOURCE TECOM Group
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