ABU DHABI UNIVERSITY
Joseph Aninias , Director of IMTS ( Information Management & Technology Services ) at Abu Dhabi University , discusses the university ’ s commitment to student satisfaction and improved overall experience through digitalisation
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A bu Dhabi University ( ADU ), already one of the UAE ’ s major educational institutions , is working toward an ambitious goal : by 2020 , the whole facility will be a smart campus , using artificial intelligence ( AI ), data and information management , as well as working to improve energy efficiency and personalise services on offer .
In September this year , it was announced that the University has invested more than US $ 5.44mn ( AED20mn ) in expanding and enhancing its facilities across Abu Dhabi , Al Ain and Dubai . Improvements have been made to teaching facilities , such as specialised laboratories and classrooms , including the upgrading of internet connectivity forming a key focus on overall student experience . The University currently has over 7,500 students of 80 different
DECEMBER 2018