The Hamdan Bin Rashid Al Maktoum Foundation for Medical and Educational Sciences has announced the opening of applications for the Masters in Gifted and Talented Education scholarship programme, offered to Emirati teachers and educators working in the education sector.
The programme will be delivered at United Arab Emirates University (UAEU), with applications open until 30th April.
Dr. Khalifa Al Suwaidi, Executive Director of the Foundation, emphasized the significance of the programme, stating,
“We aim to empower teachers and educators to become specialists in gifted education, enabling them to address the unique educational and social needs of gifted students across diverse cultural backgrounds.”
Offered in collaboration with UAEU, the scholarship reflects the Foundation’s commitment to nurturing exceptional talent in the UAE. Dr. Al Suwaidi highlighted the vital role of educators in shaping future scientists and national leaders, reinforcing the Foundation’s dedication to advancing education in alignment with the UAE’s leadership vision.
The programme equips participants with advanced knowledge, research expertise, and practical skills in gifted education. It fosters problem-solving, critical thinking, and hands-on teaching methodologies, ensuring educators are well-prepared to identify and support talented students.
Eligibility criteria include:
- UAE nationality
- Current employment in the education sector
- Ages 25–40
- High performance ratings or affiliation with a Hamdan Foundation award-winning school
- No prior master’s degree
Dr. Al Suwaidi also commended UAEU’s role in supporting the Foundation’s initiatives, noting that this programme is the first of its kind in the UAE and the wider region.
For more information and to apply, educators are encouraged to visit the official website before the 30th April deadline.
News Source: Emirates News Agency
