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KHDA Director General Aisha Abdulla Miran inaugurates GETEX Spring 2024

KHDA Director General Aisha Abdulla Miran inaugurates
GETEX Spring 2024

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200 universities from 30 different countries take part this year, offering students a vast array of nearly
2,500 course options
GETEX 2024 brings in new programs with a focus on AI, sustainability, and leadership for the evolving
educational landscape.

UAE, April 24, 2024: Her Excellency Aisha Abdulla Miran, Director General of the Knowledge and Human
Development Authority (KHDA) inaugurated the Global Education and Training Exhibition (GETEX) today,
kickstarting the long-awaited three-day student recruitment exhibition. The opening ceremony was also attended
by Chancellors, Vice Chancellors and Provosts of all the major universities in the region, marking the launch of
the 2024 edition of the region's foremost education and training event.
Held under the patronage of His Excellency Sheikh Nahyan Bin Mubarak Al Nahyan, Minister of Tolerance and
Coexistence, the exhibition which runs from April 24 to 26, at the Dubai World Trade Centre, covers study
streams related to emerging and traditional careers with a focus of trending computing, technological
advancements, progress in medicine and sciences, leadership and other future career paths for students.
Over 200 universities from 30 different countries are participating this year, offering students nearly 2,500 course
options. The event is expected to see over 20,000 visitors in the following days. With its innovative programs
and exciting networking possibilities, GETEX promotes international collaboration and educational advancement
for all participants.
Her Excellency Aisha Abdulla Miran, said: “KHDA is committed to supporting initiatives that empower students
to make informed decisions about their higher education journeys, and GETEX serves as a vital resource for
both students and the higher education sector.”
“We welcome students and visitors to stop by the KHDA stand to learn more about international higher
education choices right here in Dubai. The 38 universities 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
universities grew by a record 12% this year, reflecting the city's strong reputation for high quality higher
education choices in the region, attracting future leaders and nurturing a hub for knowledge and innovation” she
added.
This year's highlights also include the second Academia Industry Innovation Conference, which is being hosted
under the theme ‘Educating Future Leaders and Innovators,' with a strong emphasis on artificial intelligence.
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