MBZUAI welcomed 127 new students from over 25 countries for the Fall 2022 semester, bringing the total student population to 259. The incoming class includes 22 doctoral students and 105 master’s students across computer vision, machine learning, and natural language processing. 32% of the new students are female, and 30 are UAE nationals who will support the UAE’s National Strategy for AI 2031. Why it matters: This continued growth of MBZUAI's student body strengthens the UAE's AI talent pool and supports its national AI strategy.
MBZUAI will welcome its inaugural cohort of 101 students from 31 countries in January 2021, with 82 in M.Sc. programs and 19 in Ph.D. programs focusing on computer vision and machine learning. The students come from diverse regions, including the UAE (21%), other parts of the Middle East (13%), Asia (38%), Africa (21%), and the Americas/Europe (10%), with 30% female representation. Many admitted students graduated from top universities worldwide. Why it matters: This signals the operational launch of MBZUAI as a global hub for AI research and education, with potential to foster international collaboration and AI innovation in the region.
MBZUAI welcomed 142 students from 34 countries, its largest and most diverse cohort since 2019, with a competitive admission rate of 4.6% out of over 4,000 applications. The new students are pursuing master's and Ph.D. degrees in computer vision, machine learning, and natural language processing, bringing the total student body to nearly 300. MBZUAI also established new robotics and computer science departments to meet global demand. Why it matters: This expansion strengthens the UAE's position as a global AI research hub, attracting top talent and fostering innovation in key AI disciplines.
Mohamed bin Zayed University of Artificial Intelligence (MBZUAI) welcomed its inaugural cohort of 78 students from 29 countries in a virtual event. The students have enrolled in Machine Learning and Computer Vision programs, comprising 13 PhD students and 65 MSc students. H.E. Dr. Sultan Ahmed Al Jaber emphasized the importance of AI in transforming industries, with MBZUAI focusing on R&D across services, manufacturing, and sustainability. Why it matters: This marks a key step in the UAE's strategy to become a leader in AI research and development, particularly in areas that can address critical global challenges.
MBZUAI has students from 40 countries enrolled in its Master's and Ph.D. programs. Emiratis comprise 13% of the student body while females make up 31% of all students. The university offers graduate programs in Computer Vision, Machine Learning, and Natural Language Processing and has a student-faculty ratio of 1:4. Why it matters: This highlights MBZUAI's growing international presence and its role in developing AI talent in the UAE.