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8/20/25, 10:19 AM Oxford Sheikh Mohammed Bin Rashid Al Maktoum Scholarship Continues To Support Education And Innovation
intellectual capacity by learning under the guidance of globally acclaimed academics while building
robust connections with exceptional peers from different countries and diverse fields.

His Excellency Jamal bin Huwaireb, CEO of MBRF, said:“This scholarship reflects the visionary
principles of His Highness Sheikh Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum, Vice President and Prime
Minister of the UAE and Ruler of Dubai, which aim to ensure a sustainable and prosperous future. The
innovative initiative seeks to empower Emirati and Arab students by offering higher education that
facilitates their knowledge-based skill development. Additionally, it highlights our commitment to
reinforcing scientific, academic, and research excellence in the Arab world, in line with our mission to
support students and researchers locally and regionally, further positioning the UAE as a leading
global knowledge hub.”

The scholarship also aims to nurture exceptional students by enabling them to pursue postgraduate
courses at the University of Oxford and supporting their academic and research activities.
Furthermore, it contributes to the development of a robust Arab knowledge society, in line with the
UAE's commitment to positioning education and innovation as key pillars for creating a prosperous
future.

Since its inception, the Oxford – Sheikh Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum Graduate Scholarship has
played a pivotal role in developing the Arab higher education system and supporting exceptional
students in gaining access to the world's leading university for postgraduate study. The scholarship
has become influential in global knowledge settings by enabling dozens of Arab scholars to strengthen
their research and scientific expertise across various critical disciplines.

Moreover, the scholarship serves as a testament to MBRF's dedication to enhancing sustainable
education and providing more opportunities for Arab youth. Building on the belief that strong
educational and scientific research programs are essential for progress, the scholarship continues to
shape the region's future by cultivating progressive, knowledge-driven societies.

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