Abu Dhabi May 4 2025: Making the announcement on Sunday, His Highness Sheikh Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum, Vice President and Prime Minister of the UAE and Ruler of Dubai, said it is part of the “UAE’s long-term plans to prepare future generations for a different future (and) a new world”.
The move will equip students with the essential knowledge and skills required to understand AI concepts and apply them in everyday life, as part of the UAE’s focus on empowering youth to adapt to evolving global trends and drive innovation. It also positions the UAE among the first countries to introduce AI in school curricula.
Artificial Intelligence will be taught to public school students “from kindergarten to grade 12” starting the 2025-26 academic year.
Sarah bint Yousef Al Amiri, Minister of Education, said the “new AI curriculum (will) seamlessly integrate into current school schedules, requiring no additional class time” and will feature “age-appropriate learning modules”.
It will be taught by designated teachers as part of the Computing, Creative Design, and Innovation subject.
She explained that the seven key areas covered will include “data and algorithms, software application, ethical awareness in AI, real-world AI applications, AI-driven innovation and project design and AI policies and social engagement”.
Teachers will be provided comprehensive resources from the Ministry of Education. It will include “activities, templates and ready-to-use lesson plans adaptable to diverse class settings”.
