Sorbonne University Abu Dhabi is opening the doors of its historic campus to organize an interactive open day aimed at empowering and supporting the next generation of promising and distinguished Emirati talent.
Table of contents
- Introduction to the event, its timing, and its importance for students
- Activities and introductory programs of the three academic faculties
- Supporting national directions and the objectives of the UAE Vision
- Excellence scholarships and the Sheikh Mohamed bin Zayed Al Nahyan Scholarship
- Frequently asked questions about the open day event
Introduction to the event, its timing, and its importance for students
Sorbonne University Abu Dhabi is preparing to launch and host the third annual edition of its flagship event, the Open Day for Emirati Students and their Parents, named EduHub. This event serves as an open interactive platform welcoming Emirati students and their families within its luxurious campus halls, offering them a rare and direct opportunity to explore the details of campus life, get closely acquainted with diverse academic paths and options, and learn about higher education and future professional development prospects. This helps them make decisive and well-considered educational decisions with complete confidence, concurrently as graduates begin outlining their academic future.
Activities and introductory programs of the three academic faculties
This vital event is scheduled to take place on July 6 at the renowned Zayed Theater located on the university campus on Al Reem Island in Abu Dhabi. The platform provides a valuable opportunity for direct interaction with academic leadership, faculty members, admissions department representatives, as well as alumni and current students. The event program includes an integrated package of introductory presentations delivered by the university’s three academic faculties: the Faculty of Arts and Humanities, the Faculty of Sciences and Engineering, and the Faculty of Law, Economics and Business Administration, alongside guided tours to explore facilities such as student housing, sports fields, collaborative learning spaces, and the largest Francophone library in the Arabian Gulf region.
Supporting national directions and the objectives of the UAE Vision
This advisory event reflects the steadfast national directions and tireless efforts of the United Arab Emirates toward preparing and building young Emirati talent and qualifying them to lead future labor markets, especially since Emiratisation efforts resulted in the number of citizens working in private sector institutions surpassing the milestone of 152,000 citizens by mid-2025. As a prestigious international university institution established through a strategic partnership between the Abu Dhabi government and the historic Sorbonne University in Paris, the university continues its commitment to supporting and implementing the objectives of the We the UAE 2031 vision by fostering innovation and preparing cadres capable of meeting tomorrow’s demands.
Excellence scholarships and the Sheikh Mohamed bin Zayed Al Nahyan Scholarship
Farah Al Bishr, director of student experience at Sorbonne University Abu Dhabi, stated in a welcoming remark that choosing a major and a university represents one of the most important joint decisions between a student and their family. She pointed out that the EduHub event seeks to provide a transparent and welcoming environment to answer inquiries and clarify registration conditions and mechanisms in coordination with the Ministry of Higher Education and Scientific Research. The university also seeks to expand access to outstanding global education by offering a package of prestigious scholarships, most notably the Sheikh Mohamed bin Zayed Al Nahyan Scholarship, which covers 100% of tuition fees entirely for eligible Emirati students, in addition to academic excellence scholarships dedicated to high achievers from knowledge partners around the world.
Frequently asked questions
Question: When and where will the 2026 EduHub open day event take place?
Answer: The event will take place on July 6 at the Zayed Theater inside the Sorbonne University Abu Dhabi campus located on Al Reem Island.
Question: What is the full scholarship available to national students at the university?
Answer: The university provides the prestigious Sheikh Mohamed bin Zayed Al Nahyan Scholarship, which covers educational and tuition fees entirely for Emirati students.
Question: What are the three main academic faculties available at Sorbonne University Abu Dhabi?
Answer: The faculties are: the Faculty of Arts and Humanities, the Faculty of Sciences and Engineering, and the Faculty of Law, Economics and Business Administration.
