Emirates Aviation College has unveiled its new name - Emirates Aviation University, at the Gulf Education & Training Exhibition (Getex), which kicked off today (April 9) in Dubai.

 

The new academic status was approved by the Ministry of Higher Education and Scientific Research in recognition of the college’s diverse programmes, said a statement.

 

Dr Ahmad Al Ali, vice-chancellor of the university, said: “Emirates Aviation College was already functioning as a university with its wide range of programmes and high rigor of education in multiple disciplines.

 

“This new academic title will enable us to expand our international reach and meet the changing needs of the aviation and education industries at a time when the demand for both is expanding globally.”

 

The university’s current programmes include master degrees in aviation security, avaiation safety, HR management and HR development.

 

It also offers MBAs in aviation management; bachelor degrees in aerospace technology, logistics and supply chain management, avionics technology, aeronautical engineering, aviation management and applied business; diplomas and higher diplomas in aerospace engineering, electronics engineering and computing, computing software development, business management and tourism management.

 

Prospective students have the opportunity to learn about the course offerings and speak directly to the faculty at the three-day event, being held at the Dubai International Exhibition and Convention Center.

 

The university will also host an ‘Open Day’ for the public on April 19, where prospective students and their families may visit the campus and experience first-hand the diversity of the programmes offered. - TradeArabia News Service