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GETEX 2024 launches with participation of over 200 universities from 30 countries | Emirates News Agency

GETEX 2024 launches with par cipa on of over 200 universi es from 30 countries
Wednesday, April 24, 2024 4:12 PM3 minutes Reading

DUBAI, 24th April, 2024 (WAM) -- Aisha Abdulla Miran, Director-General of the Knowledge and Human Development Authority (KHDA), inaugurated the Global Educa on
and Training Exhibi on (GETEX) today, kickstar ng the long-awaited three-day student recruitment exhibi on.
The opening ceremony was also a ended by Chancellors, Vice Chancellors and Provosts of all the major universi es in the region, marking the launch of the 2024 edi on of
the region’s foremost educa on and training event.
Held under the patronage of Sheikh Nahyan bin Mubarak Al Nahyan, Minister of Tolerance and Coexistence, the exhibi on, which runs from 24th to 26th April at the Dubai
World Trade Centre, covers study streams related to emerging and tradi onal careers with a focus of trending compu ng, technological advancements, progress in medicine
and sciences, leadership and other future career paths for students.
Over 200 universi es from 30 different countries are par cipa ng this year, offering students nearly 2,500 course op ons. The event is expected to see over 20,000 visitors
in the following days. With its innova ve programs and exci ng networking possibili es, GETEX promotes interna onal collabora on and educa onal advancement for all
par cipants.
Aisha Abdulla Miran said, “KHDA is commi ed to suppor ng ini a ves that empower students to make informed decisions about their higher educa on journeys, and
GETEX serves as a vital resource for both students and the higher educa on sector."
“We welcome students and visitors to stop by the KHDA stand to learn more about interna onal higher educa on choices right here in Dubai. The 38 universi es that are
licenced and accredited by KHDA offer more than 650 programmes ranging from business and life sciences to gaming and AI. Enrolments at Dubai’s private universi es grew
by a record 12% this year, reflec ng the city’s strong reputa on for high quality higher educa on choices in the region, a rac ng future leaders and nurturing a hub for
knowledge and innova on” she added.
This year's highlights also include the second Academia Industry Innova on Conference, which is being hosted under the theme ‘Educa ng Future Leaders and Innovators’,
with a strong emphasis on ar ficial intelligence. Along with mul ple workshops, seminars, and discussions for a endees, there will be an AI hackathon, AI startup showcase,
youth career counselling, a youth internship fair, AI innova on awards, and a roundtable discussion with educators and other professionals. Furthermore, students will
benefit from over 30 seminars on higher educa on, guiding them towards their desired academic paths.
Tanya Mokle, Director of GETEX, stated, “With more new courses, universi es, and themes each year, we con nue to grow in an effort to give students be er educa on
op ons to secure their future. GETEX has always been commi ed to suppor ng students and helping them choose their career paths, as well as bolstering the future of
young adults with training and professional op ons available locally and abroad. This year, we are also pleased to welcome 27 Indian Universi es, 25 Chinese universi es
and over 20 universi es from Russia and the CIS Dubai's Knowledge and Human Development Authority (KHDA), has once again reiterated their commitment to be
accessible to students and anyone interested in pursuing an educa on in Dubai."
GETEX 2024 is set to offer students in the UAE, as well as families and professionals of all ages, the opportunity to interact with regional and interna onal educa onal
ins tu ons from over 40 countries, including USA, India, UK, Russia, China, Australia, Turkey, Malaysia, Germany, Canada, and Hungary, promising first-hand knowledge
about diverse academic offers and admission benefits.

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