Khalifa University, Research university in Abu Dhabi, United Arab Emirates.
Khalifa University is a research institution in Abu Dhabi with two campuses equipped with specialized laboratories, research centers, and sports facilities. Both locations house modern infrastructure designed to support advanced academic work and student life.
The institution was established in 2007 by presidential decree and merged with several educational entities in 2017 to form its current structure. This consolidation created a unified research-focused university across the Emirates.
The institution brings together students and faculty from over 70 countries, creating a diverse learning environment where different perspectives meet daily. This diversity shapes how people interact and study together on campus.
The institution offers substantial scholarship opportunities through partnerships with the Abu Dhabi National Oil Company and the UAE Ministry of Education. Visitors should check ahead to understand which campus areas are open to the public, as some sections may have restricted access.
The institution operates a Polar Research Institute dedicated to Arctic and Antarctic studies, conducting research on these regions from the Arabian Peninsula. This unusual research center explores subjects not typically connected with the region.
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