Most universities in UAE opt for online classes this semester

Most universities in UAE opt for online classes this semester

Though universities in the UAE are well prepared to welcome back students to campuses for this semester, a number of will hold most of its classes online, Khaleej Times has learnt.

Higher education institutions are taking all necessary precautions to keep their students and staff safe on campus. Earlier, the Knowledge and Human Development Authority (KHDA) in Dubai issued a 118-point circular laying down the reopening protocols.

As part of its safety strategy, one university, RIT Dubai, will carry out nearly all of its classes virtually. Its president Yousef Al Assaf said: "We are now open, classes have already started. Our first semester will continue online until the end of October and then we will be reassessing the situation.

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