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The Abu Dhabi Scholarships programme by the Department of Education and Knowledge (ADEK) is a leading educational initiative designed to support ambitious Emirati students who wish to study at top universities worldwide.
The programme offers outstanding academic opportunities across a wide range of disciplines aligned with the UAE labour market and Abu Dhabi’s future economic sectors. It aims to develop qualified national talent equipped with the knowledge, skills, and international experience required to contribute to a competitive, knowledge-based economy.
The Abu Dhabi Scholarships programme, managed by ADEK, provides eligible UAE nationals with opportunities to pursue their studies at leading recommended universities worldwide.
Students can choose from more than 100 academic disciplines across elite and creative fields, in addition to selected postgraduate programmes. This wide range of options enables students to pursue an academic pathway that matches their talents, ambitions, and future career goals.
The Abu Dhabi Scholarships programme aims to:
Enable Emirati students to study at leading international universities.
Develop qualified UAE nationals in priority academic fields.
Align academic programmes with the needs of the Abu Dhabi labour market.
Support Abu Dhabi’s transition towards a knowledge-based economy.
Promote creativity, innovation, and global competitiveness.
Strengthen students’ academic, personal, and professional skills.
Prepare graduates for successful careers after completing their studies.
The programme provides students with an integrated educational experience that extends beyond university study. Its benefits may include:
Direct access to dedicated student advisers and programme specialists.
Allowances and rewards based on academic level and performance.
Specialised workshops and individual guidance sessions.
Internship opportunities with partner organisations.
Career support and assistance with employment opportunities after graduation.
Access to academic fields connected to future careers and creative industries.
The programme offers undergraduate scholarships across elite and creative fields of study. Elite disciplines focus on areas that support the knowledge economy and Abu Dhabi’s priority sectors, while creative fields allow students to develop their talents and pursue careers within the cultural and creative industries.
Abu Dhabi Scholarships also include selected master’s degree opportunities in important social and professional disciplines, subject to the programmes and universities approved by ADEK.
Students interested in applying for an Abu Dhabi Scholarship can visit the programme’s official website to review the latest eligibility requirements, available fields of study, recommended universities, application dates, and required documents.
Admission requirements vary according to the academic level and selected field of study. Applicants should carefully review the latest information published by the Department of Education and Knowledge and complete all requirements before submitting their online scholarship application.
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