8 – 11 Oct – International Education Show – Sharjah 2025

21st EDITION – IN A LEAGUE OF ITS OWN

SHOW DATES:  8 – 11 October 2025
OPEN TO:  Students, Parents & General Public
VENUE :  EXPO CENTRE, SHARJAH
WEBSITE :  https://www.educationshow.ae/ 

Riding on the booming education sector, the International Education Show has become the most popular higher education event in the country and the region.

In fact the show is eagerly awaited by the student community since higher education is now a major driver of economic competitiveness in an increasingly knowledge-driven economy.

The show will be the best platform for educational institutions from across the region and world to spot the brightest talents who are willing to pursue higher studies in a variety of specializations in reputable institutions in different cities and countries.

Expo Centre Sharjah will host the 21st International Education Show from October 8 to 11, 2025, bringing together leading local and international universities and colleges under one roof. The exhibition offers students and parents the opportunity to explore the latest academic programs, admission requirements, scholarships, and financial aid options, alongside dedicated advisory sessions with education experts and real-life insights shared by university students.

👉 Visitors can also enjoy interactive activities, including a special social media campaign where students have the chance to win an iPhone 16 Pro Max.

👉 Entry and parking are free, with timings dedicated for girls and boys, as well as evening sessions over the weekend.

👉 For more details, visit website. https://www.educationshow.ae/Visitor_info.html

SHOW TIMINGS:

The International Education Show gives you a great opportunity to know more on higher education programmes, scholarships, admission details and key information about life as a student.

General Visiting Hours: 08 – 11 October 2025

08 Oct: 8:00 AM – 2:00 PM (Girls)
09 Oct: 8:00 AM – 2:00 PM (Boys)
10 Oct: 3:00 PM – 9:00 PM
11 Oct: 3:00 PM – 9:00 PM

UAE FACTS AND FIGURES

• The UAE has the highest number of international schools in the region, and the second highest in the world, at 624.
• UAE to invest Dh5bn in school system overhaul over six years. (MoE)
• Dubai’s international higher education institutions reported annual enrolment growth of 3.6 per cent, with more than 29,000 students currently enrolled in university programmes. (KHDA)
• Around 13,480 UAE students are studying abroad at international universities. (UNESCO)
• The number of K12 students in the GCC is said to be around 16.3 million. (KidsBuddy)
• By 2030, countries in MENA will see a 23 per cent increase in school-age population, resulting in the need for approximately 25 million additional students to be accommodated in the education systems. (UNICEF)