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Education for Tomorrow

We support the growth of Dubai’s education sector through dedicated institutions and learning-focused districts that span schools, universities and specialist training centres. By creating environments where students, educators and industry can connect, these assets help advance the emirate’s ambition to become a global academic hub and underpin a knowledge-based, innovation-led economy.

Impact in Numbers

Our impact in education is demonstrated through wider access, stronger learning environments and measurable improvements in learner outcomes.

33K+
students
170
nationalities
500+
higher education programmes
20+
years of academic excellence

Knowledge and Education Districts

Our knowledge and education districts are purpose-built hubs that bring together schools, universities, R&D centres and learning-focused businesses in environments designed for growth, combining world-class infrastructure with integrated communities.

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Dubai International Academic City

Part of TECOM Group’s Education Cluster, Dubai International Academic City is the region’s leading hub for higher education and academic excellence.

Home to globally renowned universities and TVET institutes, it offers sector-specific facilities and world-class infrastructure that connect academia and industry and attract students and institutions from around the world.

Dubai Knowledge Park

The region's leading hub for lifelong learning, Dubai Knowledge Park offers flexible offices, specialised educational spaces and community venues to foster collaboration, innovation and knowledge exchange.

Home to globally recognised higher education providers, TVET institutes and professional development centres, it is aligned with the vision of the Education 33 (E33) Strategy.

Dubai Institute of Design and Innovation (DIDI)

A future-focused university nurturing the next generation of designers and creative problem-solvers.

DIDI offers an interdisciplinary Bachelor of Design combining product, fashion, visual communication and strategic design management, with global faculty and industry partnerships in Dubai Design District.

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Investment in Education

Nord Anglia Education

Nord Anglia Education is a leading global provider of premium international schools, offering high-quality, British- and international-curriculum education. Through Dubai Holding’s strategic involvement, select Nord Anglia schools will contribute to the emirate’s reputation as a global education hub.

This partnership supports Dubai’s vision of attracting and nurturing future-ready talent by providing families with world-class learning environments, outstanding teaching and strong pathways to top universities worldwide.

Companies Shaping the Education Sector

Dubai Holding Asset management
Shaping Dubai’s urban experience, sustained growth and long-term liveability, our diversified portfolio spans retail, residential and business districts across the emirate.
Dubai Holding Investments
Managing a diverse portfolio of strategic and financial investments across public and private markets in the UAE and around the world.