Emirates Aviation University Graduates 36th Cohort Of 379 Students

Emirates Aviation University marked its 36th graduation by awarding degrees to 379 students, highlighting a long‑term pipeline of aviation and technology talent. More than 26,500 graduates have now completed studies at the university, which reports a 94 percent employability rate across its alumni base worldwide.

The 379‑strong cohort includes 296 bachelor’s and 83 postgraduate students, with 28 engineering students fully sponsored by Emirates Engineering. Among the graduates, 121 are UAE Nationals. Emirates Aviation University also honoured 20 top‑performing students from different programmes for distinguished academic and professional potential.

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The ceremony took place at the Emirates Aviation University campus in Dubai, reflecting a diverse student body and broad study portfolio. Graduates completed programmes in aviation management, aeronautical engineering, aircraft maintenance engineering, logistics and supply chain management, aviation safety and security, plus other disciplines that support the wider aviation ecosystem.

Senior Emirates Group executives attended alongside Emirates Aviation University faculty, management, family members and friends, providing institutional and community support. The event highlighted how multiple academic levels and nationalities converge at the campus, underlining Dubai’s position as a regional centre for aviation education and applied technology training.

As part of the Emirates Group, Emirates Aviation University uses the Group’s operational experience and resources to shape its curriculum. Courses are structured to prepare students for real aviation workplaces. Emirates and dnata departments regularly collaborate with the university to align classroom learning with current industry practices and technology trends.

The Group hosted 130 interns from Emirates Aviation University in 2025 and has welcomed more than 3,000 interns over the years. These placements allow students to apply academic knowledge inside live operational settings at Emirates and dnata, helping them understand airline, airport and engineering processes in practical environments.

Emirates Aviation University aviation vision and leadership messages

H.H. Sheikh Ahmed bin Saeed Al Maktoum, Chairman and Chief Executive, Emirates Airline and Group, and Chancellor of the Emirates Aviation University, presented certificates to the graduating class. Sheikh Ahmed linked the students’ progress with wider changes in global aviation, especially digital systems and innovation across airports, airlines and engineering functions.

He said, "As the industry enters a new era driven by digital transformation and innovation, the next generation of talent will play a defining role in charting its course. The graduates of EAU embody this momentum in the industry. They are equipped with the insight, resilience, and ambition needed to navigate an increasingly complex global landscape. Their achievements reflect our commitment to supporting an industry that remains vital to the world’s progress and prosperity. We extend our warmest congratulations to this exceptional cohort as they begin their journey into the future of aviation."

Professor Ahmad Al Ali, Vice‑Chancellor of Emirates Aviation University, linked the graduation to long‑term academic planning and industry engagement. Professor Ahmad Al Ali emphasised that course design tracks the changing needs of aviation and technology employers, helping students gain skills that remain relevant as technical standards and digital tools evolve.

Professor Ahmad Al Ali said, "This year’s graduating class reflects the depth of talent nurtured at EAU. Our programmes are developed in close alignment with the evolving needs of the aviation and technology sectors, ensuring our students graduate with industry‑relevant expertise and a forward‑looking mindset. Their achievements reaffirm our commitment to developing professionals who are prepared to contribute to an industry that is marked by innovation and rapid transformation. We are confident they will carry forward the university’s values and continue to elevate the standards of excellence within the sector. Congratulations to the graduates!"

Emirates Aviation University aviation education experience and industry exposure

Emirates Aviation University maintains a model of holistic education that balances technical depth with personal development. Students engage through multiple learning formats, including classroom teaching, labs and project‑based work. They also access research resources and attend industry collaborations and conferences hosted by the university throughout the academic year.

Hands‑on exposure extended beyond campus during the Dubai Airshow 2025. Students presented engineering and artificial intelligence projects at the NextGen Leaders Programme, demonstrating classroom concepts in an active aerospace setting. Participation offered direct insight into global aviation trends, technologies and stakeholder networks concentrated in a single large‑scale event.

The 36th graduation reinforces Emirates Aviation University’s role in supplying skilled professionals to aviation and technology sectors in the UAE, wider Middle East and global markets. With strong industry integration, structured internships and diverse specialisations, the institution continues to channel graduates into roles that support safe, efficient and digitally advanced air transport operations.

With inputs from WAM