UAE launches military university

ZMU aims to be a world-leading facility, attracting the UAE’s most distinguished young talent to serve the country, while applying the highest standards of education and training to prepare cadets for future security challenges.

Mohammed Ahmed Al Bowardi, Minister of State for Defence Affairs said: “As the UAE approaches its 50th anniversary celebrations, we are pleased to announce a new chapter in the development of the country’s military education sector – based on investment in young Emiratis. We have seen remarkable progress across all sectors in our country, and this is what motivates us, more than ever, to keep pace with development witnessed by the state, especially in the military sector.”

The ZMU’s first batch of 100 cadets is currently undergoing a selection process with the first starting in January.

After the three-year program at Zayed Military University, cadets will graduate with a Bachelor of Science in defence and Security through the program held in cooperation with Rabdan Academy.

“We are very proud of the impressive gains made by the United Arab Emirates so far, and of the achievements that have resonated around the world during our first half century. There is no doubt that education and preparing future generations are essential elements of future success and building on these achievements. In the defence sector, we are overwhelmed with feelings of pride towards the sons of our armed forces and military colleges, which have worked diligently to prepare our military. They have served their country with pride and dignity and made many sacrifices in order to keep the flag of the nation raised high in the sky,” Al Bowardi said.

Brigadier General Waleed Al Naqbi Deputy Commandant of Zayed Military University said: “Zayed Military University represents a new step and a qualitative leap in the military education path as part of the UAE's endeavours to provide a superior level of military training, prepare and equip future leaders, and promote a high level of harmony and integration among officers. The military and security corps of the Ministry of Defence and the Ministry of Interior, and the consolidation of integrative work in the relevant state institutions by adopting a single comprehensive vision for the sake of serving the country.”