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The Global Education and Training Exhibition (GETEX) 2024 | Al Bawaba
         The Global Educa on and Training Exhibi on (GETEX) 2024

         Published April 25th, 2024 - 08:20 GMT




























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         Some 200 universi es offering students a vast array of nearly 2,500 course op ons are
         taking part in the Global Educa on and Training Exhibi on (GETEX), which is hos ng 30
         countries.

         The three-day student recruitment show was opened by Aisha Abdulla Miran, Director
         General of the Knowledge and Human Development Authority (KHDA).

         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.

         Study streams
         Held under the patronage of Sheikh Nahyan Bin Mubarak Al Nahyan, Minister of Tolerance
         and Coexistence, the exhibi on which runs from April 24 to 26, at the Dubai World Trade
         Centre, covers study streams related to emerging and tradi onal careers with a focus of
         compu ng, technological advancements, progress in medicine and sciences, leadership and
         other future career paths for students.

         The event is expected to see over 20,000 visitors in the coming days. With its innova ve
         programmes and exci ng networking possibili es, GETEX promotes interna onal
         collabora on and educa onal advancement for all par cipants.

         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.”

         Higher educa on choices
         “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
         licensed 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
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