Overview
The College of Education offers a range of programs which prepare students to be teachers
and education leaders, as well as providing research, seminars and professional training
to meet the educational needs of the Nation. The college was established in 1977 as
one of the first four Colleges in the United Arab Emirates University (UAEU). There
are four academic departments: Curriculum & Methods of Instruction, Foundations of
Education, Physical Education, and Special Education.
Prof. Hala Elhoweris
Acting Dean, College of Education
The College of Education (CEDU) at United Arab Emirates University (UAEU) is a leading
college for the preparation of professional educators in the UAE. The CEDU is guided
by the latest scientific research that impacts the education field and is proud of
its innovative academic programs which are based on leading international standards
for teacher preparation. Through our undergraduate and graduate programs, we strive
to meet the educational
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Why Choose the College of Education?
Graduate from the Nation’s premier university
Ranked in the best 284 universities in the world and internationally accredited
by WASC.
Choice
Choose from a wide selection of both undergraduate and postgraduate degree programs.
Learn and develop lifelong skills
Prepares you for the wider world outside of university.
Ample opportunities to get involved
The CEDU offers a whole host of student clubs, organizes field trips and offers
a wealth of extra-curricular activities and experiences to enrich your life at university.
Spotlights Faculty
Dr. Myra Garces- Bacsal
Myra Garces-Bacsal is the Assistant Dean for Research and Graduate Studies for the
College of Education. She also serves as an Associate Professor with the Special Education
Department
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Dr. Georgios Nassis
Associate Professor, Chair of Physical Education Department
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Maria Efstratopoulou
Chair of Special Education Department, Associate Professor
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Dr. Mona Aljanahi
Assistant Professor in Curriculum & Method of Instruction
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Dr. Najwa Al Housani
Dr. Najwa Al Housani
Assistant Professor, Department of Curriculum and Instruction
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News & Events
10 May 2022A UAEU student wins Hamdan Bin Rashid Al Maktoum Award For Distinguished Academic
Performance
H.E. Zaki Nusseibeh, Cultural Advisor to H. H. the President of the UAE - Chancellor
of the UAE University, honored the student Noura Al Hammadi, a master’s degree in
Educational Innovation at the College of Education -UAEU this morning in his office,
for receiving the 24th Hamdan Bin Rashid Al Mak
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18 Mar 2022College of Education - UAEU organizes a workshop on reading difficulties for people
of determination
The Special Education Department Child and Family Lab- College of Education at the
United Arab Emirates University has organized a workshop "Read and Ascend"
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14 Mar 2022UAEU celebrates Emirati Children's Day
The United Arab Emirates University celebrates Emirati Children’s Day which is recognized
on the 15th of March each year.
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Student Testimonials
Fajr Alkouz,
PhD, Language and Literacy Education
My experience at UAEU has been both eye opening and enriching. Specializing in language
and literacy studies at the university has allowed me to rethink the definition of
literacy as well as reflect on my pedagogical thoughts and practices. I will forever
be grateful to be part of a research-driven community that always attempts to address
global and regional present-day educational matters.
Adnan Alhashimi,
BA, Health & Physical Education
Majoring in Health and Physical Education was one of the best decisions I have ever
made. The department has leading experts in different fields, such as biomechanics
and exercise physiology, which are very important for me as a future teacher. I will
need to know how to influence others and teach them about the beauty of movement and
the importance of healthy lifestyle choices for a longer life.
Hanan Kazim,
BA, Early Childhood Education
"I chose the College of Education (CEDU) in order to meet my future goals. With every
passing year, I discover new reasons why that choice was the right one. The college
provides many opportunities for students to learn and improve such as conferences,
lectures and competitions. Additionally, the CEDU offers two education units: SDU
and FTU, which help students with their tasks, assignments and research. I am very
grateful to the faculty advisors at the College of Education, they are always there
to guide you and are always willing to listen”
Haleema Al Naqbei
Master of Educational Innovation - Innovation in School Leadership Concentration
During the Master of Educational Innovation Program, we meet several educators and
make better connections with other students. The greatest thing to us is that the
program includes different courses with a considerable amount of valuable information.
In addition, we are surrounded by professors and other master’s students who are highly
motivated to achieve the goals of the program.
Amna Mohammed Al Suwaidi
Master of Educational Innovation- Innovation in School Leadership Concentration
I considered my admission to this program as a pioneering step in changing my attitude
and thoughts about education, school leadership, research, and the various studies
that we discussed during this period. One of the most prominent aspects that influenced
me was learning from research studies in journals. This knowledge opened my mind about
educational and leadership topics and gave me the idea of researching graduation as
characterized by innovation in the administrative system, in accordance with the directions
of the Ministry of Education.