The program will be delivered by qualified facilitators, trainers, instructors, specialized
partnering institutions and key industry partners. The program will offer access to
an enabling eco-system that is learner centric to support students throughout their
pathfinding journey.
The Pathfinders Program is a full-time six-month unique learning experience which
starts in March 2021 and concludes in August 2021.
The Pathfinder Program aims to be as inclusive as possible. The program cost is estimated
at more than 35,000 AED per participant. Selected participants will pay only 6,000
AED towards the cost of the program. Students who successfully complete the program
will then be reimbursed with between 50 - 75% (3,000-4,500 AED) of the paid fees depending
on their performance in the program, students who develop solutions that are adopted
by challenge holders or industry key players will be reimbursed with the full fees
of the program, so 100% (6,000 AED).
Financial support will be available for some students in the form of a scholarship
(this will include the full program fees of 6,000 AED), however, this will be assessed
on a needs basis and will also be determined by their commitment to successfully complete
the program.
A blended delivery method will be utilized throughout the program (online, off-line
and face-to-face).
In general, the program doesn’t require long-term relocation, however some students
may require accommodation on an occasional basis, accommodation will be facilitated
through the university when needed and on case-by-case basis. Cost of accommodation
may be fully or partially covered by the program or preferential rates may be offered
for students at partner facilities.
Yes, all participants who successfully complete the program will receive a certificate
of completion. Some awards and honors will be granted for top students. 8 students
will be selected to join the 100 Million Stars Impact Lab at Expo 2020 Dubai in December
2021.
The program activities will be planned in line with the national protocol of protection
in the UAE. All face-to-face interactions will be planned in accordance with the national
UAE identified requirements and UAEU policies that were developed to protect against
Covid-19.
For more information, please contact us by email at expo2020@uaeu.ac.ae.
Thank you for your interest, for further information on the UAEU Expo 2020 Hub, please contact us via email or come and visit us at the UAEU Science & Innovation Park.