Expo Centre Sharjah To Host The 21st International Education Show From October 8 To 11

The 21st International Education Show will take place at Expo Centre Sharjah from 8th to 11th October. This event provides students and parents with four days of educational opportunities. Organised by Expo Centre Sharjah, with support from the Sharjah Chamber of Commerce and Industry (SCCI), it features over 100 universities and academic institutions from more than 16 countries, including the UK, Spain, Germany, Hungary, the US, Georgia, Malaysia, and India.

Visitors can engage directly with academic representatives to compare undergraduate and postgraduate curricula. They can also explore scholarship opportunities and admission pathways. This interaction supports informed decision-making for students regarding their educational futures. The show reinforces Expo Centre Sharjah’s commitment to educational excellence and its role in advancing the academic sector.

The exhibition will see participation from leading UAE universities and academic institutions. These are recognised among the region’s fastest-growing higher education establishments. The event is held in cooperation with the Ministry of Higher Education and Scientific Research (MOHESR), the Sharjah Private Education Authority (SPEA), and India's Ministry of Education.

His Excellency Saif Mohammed Al Midfa, CEO of Expo Centre Sharjah, stated that the International Education Show has become a prominent educational event in the region. It serves as a vital platform connecting students, parents, and leading academic institutions worldwide. "Expo Centre Sharjah is committed to advancing education by attracting reputable universities offering innovative academic programmes that meet global job market demands and future skill requirements," Al Midfa added.

The show gathers a distinguished lineup of global universities alongside leading local institutions. These include the Higher Colleges of Technology, United Arab Emirates University (UAEU), Khalifa University, Zayed University, Indian Institute of Technology Delhi (IITD) - Abu Dhabi, the American University of Sharjah (AUS), the American University of Ras Al Khaimah (AURAK), and the University of Sharjah.

This exhibition offers visitors a chance to explore diverse academic programmes in fields such as medicine, engineering, business administration, and other disciplines aligned with current job market demands. By highlighting these programmes, it is expected to attract thousands of visitors including students, parents, and education professionals.

Event Schedule

The show will welcome female students on Wednesday from 08:00 to 14:00 and male students on Thursday during the same hours. On Friday and Saturday, it will be open to students and their families from 15:00 to 21:00. This schedule ensures ample opportunity for all interested parties to attend.

By bringing together institutions that cater to youth learning needs and prepare them for the job market, this event helps shape the future of higher education in the region. It offers a valuable opportunity for attendees to explore various academic paths that align with today’s employment trends.

With inputs from WAM