History

HH Saeed Alraqbani 2

سعيد بن محمد الرقباني
رئيس مجلس الأمناء

About the University of Fujairah

The University of Fujairah (UoF) is a leading higher education institution established in 2006 as Fujairah College, with the support of His Highness Sheikh Hamad bin Muhammad Al Sharqi, Ruler of the emirate Fujairah and a member of the Supreme Council, to graduate students with high qualifications in all programs in a world-class innovative scientific research.

With a pioneering initiative from the university’s founder and Chairman of the Board of Trustees, His Excellency Saeed bin Mohammed Al Raqbani, Fujairah College was transformed into a university in 2016, in order to create a university environment and distinguished educational curriculums to develop the education process for students. The university is licensed by the Ministry of Education and its academic programs are accredited by the Commission for Academic Accreditation.

The university offers five bachelor’s degree programs: Business Administration (General, Human Resources Management, Banking, and Finance), Information Technology in Networks and Computer Security, Mass Communication in Public Relations, Arabic Language and Literature, and Science in Nursing. In addition to three diploma degree programs: (a Diploma of Arts in Business Administration, Diploma of Arts in Information Technology, and Diploma in Public Relations).

The university aims to provide excellent high-quality education and graduate distinguished students in scientific knowledge, digital and practical skills, and professional certificates, with creativity and entrepreneurship skills, to be among the employers’ choice. The university is committed to implementing the directives of His Excellency to provide a distinguished educational experience that prepares lifelong learners and leaders with integrated knowledge and skills.

In the interest of His Excellency the Chairman of the Board of Trustees. UOF established the Students Support Fund in 2017 to financially support performing students whose financial burden may prevent them from continuing their university education. This kind of motivation inspires students to achieve their educational objectives. which helped to strengthen and enhance the relationship between students and the university, and had a great impact on more success and excellence.

 

The University is building a sustainable collaborative environment that contributes to enhancing practical skills in its programs and promotes scientific research. The University seeks to meet the needs of the labor market by introducing innovative academic and professional programs, in accordance with the university’s vision and mission to enhance the capabilities and competencies of students and prepare them to become pioneers in the jobs they will pursue in the future.