Services
Alumni Association
All students who have received their diploma OR a certificate of attestation (prior to graduation) are automatically members of the Association. We support our graduates in different ways, if you have an idea, suggestion, initiative or looking for a service, please contact us here and our team are happy to support you.
Alumni Privileges
We value our graduates and we are working to offer different privileges that makes you proud of being Zayed alumni.
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Zayed University Alumni e-card
Get your alumni e-card & benefit from different privileges on campus & with external partners
To apply for Alumni E-card click here.
To know more on how you can activate your account, please follow this guide.
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Career Portal
To stay connected with our graduates, we are offering the e-portal, join our portal to engage with our team, stay up to date for different opportunities & benefit from the available resources.
To Reactivate your alumni account, please click here
To know more on how you can activate your account, please follow this guide.
Employment
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Career Support
Our department collaborate with different entities to offer employment and training opportunities for graduate job seekers.
To know more how our employment team can assist you, please visit this link.
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Alumni LinkedIn Group
Join our exclusive LinkedIn group to be up -to- date with various job & professional development opportunities. Please click here. (You will be moved to an external website)
Higher Education
Zayed University encourages its graduates to pursue higher education, including master’s and PhD programs to meet the growing demand for specialized knowledge and expertise in the region. This push aligns with government initiatives and the United Arab Emirates’ strategic vision to become a global hub for innovation and research. By advancing their studies, graduates can contribute to cutting-edge research and development projects that drive the nation’s progress in various sectors.
The Value of a Master’s Degree
Returning to university to pursue a master’s degree offers you a multitude of benefits, enhancing both your personal and professional lives. Here are five key benefits of obtaining a master’s degree:
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Specialized Knowledge, Expertise and Skills: Gain advanced knowledge and skills that are highly sought after in today’s competitive job market.
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Career Advancement: Gain access to better job opportunities, higher earning potential and senior-level positions.
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Career Change and New Opportunities: Transition into a new field or industry with the necessary credentials, skills, and confidence in your professional abilities and knowledge.
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Job Security and Professional Credibility: Enhance your job stability, lower your risk of unemployment, and boost your professional credibility, demonstrating your commitment to your field and your ability to meet rigorous academic standards.
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Contribution to Field Advancements: Leverage worldclass university resources such as the Library and Learning Commons, labs, and research facilities to stay current with industry trends and innovations. Through groundbreaking research and applied projects, you can contribute to advancements in your field that can lead to your recognition as a thought leader or innovator.
Continue Your Academic Journey at Zayed University
Although there are numerous options for you to continue your graduate studies in the UAE, there are several reasons for staying at Zayed University for your master’s degree. The Deanship of Graduate Studies encourages and supports alumni who have completed baccalaureate degrees at Zayed University to apply to one of its master’s degree programs offered in communication, counselling psychology, diplomacy and international affairs, environment and sustainability sciences, finance, information systems management, information technology and cyber security and judicial and legal studies.
Scholarships
Graduate Merit Scholarships
Graduate merit scholarships are awarded to graduate students based on academic merit as determined from academic performance in senior baccalaureate courses. All entering graduate students are considered for this award.
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3.20 ≤ CGPA 3.60: 10% of tuition costs
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3.60 ≤ CGPA < 3.80: 25% of tuition costs
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3.80 ≤ GPA: 40% of tuition costs
Zayed University Alumni Graduate Scholarships
An alumni graduate scholarship valued at 10% is offered to all alumni who have completed baccalaureate degrees with Zayed University and who have received regular admission to a Zayed University master’s degree. Applicants who submit their graduate program application and supporting documents by the application deadlines posted on the Graduate Studies website, will be automatically considered for scholarships at the point of admission.
Keep in Touch
Whether you are pursuing a master’s degree or continuing your career, there are a variety of ways you can connect with Zayed University online to keep up to date with news and developments:
• Graduate Blog
The Graduate Blog lists useful articles with tips and insightful advice for those considering applying for graduate school. Students also can learn more about how they can get the most out of their graduate studies at Zayed University and hence further advance their career.
• Graduate Post
The Graduate Post highlights important announcements, latest news, professional development, events as well as other information on topics of specific interest to current graduate students at Zayed University. Prospective graduate students can learn more about graduate programs and the exciting research being conducted by Zayed University faculty and graduate students. Profiles of current graduate students, alumni and faculty are also included in the newsletter.
Reconnect and Advance
Whether you are looking to enhance your expertise or shift to a new field, our graduate programs offer the perfect opportunity to deepen your knowledge and skills. As an alum, you already know the value of a Zayed University education. Now, take the next step to achieve your professional and personal goals by joining a vibrant academic community dedicated to research, innovation, and lifelong learning. Contact the Deanship of Graduate Studies today at +971-2-599-3605 / dgs.recruitment@zu.ac.ae
Library and Learning Commons
To know more about the alumni access to the Library and Learning Commons services and resources, please visit this page.
