Study in the UAE: What can you expect from student life in Ajman?

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The Emirate of Ajman is one of the seven emirates that make up the United Arab Emirates (UAE). It’s home to some of the world’s best universities, including Ajman’s top-ranked university, Ajman University, which places eighth in the UAE according to the most recent QS Arab Region University Rankings.  

Located along the Persian Gulf, Ajman is the emirate’s capital city, just half an hour’s drive from Dubai’s airport. It is also the fifth largest city in the UAE after Dubai, Abu Dhabi, Sharjah and Al Ain. 

If you are considering studying in the UAE, you may be wondering what it’s like to be a student in Ajman. Read on to discover four things you can expect from student life in Ajman. 

Student life in Ajman is incredibly varied, with plenty of opportunities to try new things and get involved. Ajman’s 20-mile expanse of white sandy beaches make for a relaxing place to unwind after lectures, and the city boasts many areas for shopping, dining and cultural activities. 

The city’s universities also offer many opportunities to try new activities. Ajman University offers more than 50 cultural clubs, which are attended by students from more than 30 different nationalities.  

The university also hosts regular events to showcase the diversity and intercultural nature of its students, such as the Global Day 2022, in which members of student clubs offer glimpses of their own diverse cultures through creatively designed props and cultural activities. 

Ajman University chancellor, Dr Karim Seghir said: “Ajman University students, graduates and alumni are global achievers who are called upon to work across different regions of the world.  

“Diversity and cultural sensitivity are some of the key values that AU inculcates in its students, which makes them successful in diverse workplaces and cultures.” 

Ajman University’s diverse community has led its students to impressive achievements. For example, Ajman University College of Pharmacy alumna Areej Jadallah got involved in humanitarian work in Syria, organising free medical days for refugees to help them fight disease and stay healthy in challenging living conditions.