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The cricket crease at U-Pro Dubai in Al Quoz was awash with energy over the weekend as the DXB Super 6’s, proudly sponsored by Middlesex University (MDX) Dubai, returned in grand style. The competition, which took place from 30 May to 1 June 2025, featured nine corporate teams, including MDX Dubai, battling it out in a fast-paced indoor cricket showdown. The university team were led by former professional cricketer turned presenter Charvi Bhatt, who has recently taken a position at MDX Dubai as a Sports Partnerships and Development Executive. Having built a strong following from previous editions, this year’s Super 6’s delivered nail-biting matches and shone a spotlight on sport as a powerful unifier across cultures and communities in Dubai. RHS Group came out on top after beating defending champions Jotun Paints in the final. MDX Dubai produced a strong showing in the tournament, and the university used the event as a platform to showcase their newly launched UK-accredited sports programmes.Attendees got an exclusive preview into innovative degrees such as the BSc Sport and Exercise Science, MSc Strength and Conditioning, complementing the successful MSc Sport Performance Analysis, each designed to blend academic rigour with hands-on experience in biomechanics, physiology, sports psychology, and performance analytics. Charvi said: “The DXB Super 6’s is more than just a tournament, it’s a celebration of community, and opportunity. We were thrilled to connect with cricket fans and aspiring students alike, showing how education and sport can work hand in hand to build promising futures.”Applications are now open for all the sport programmes at MDX Dubai. Apply today.

Middlesex University Dubai are delighted to announce that the MDX Innovation Hub (MIH) has signed a landmark Memorandum of Understanding with the LUMS Centre for Entrepreneurship (LCE) in Pakistan.This partnership brings together two institutions at the forefront of fostering student entrepreneurship, innovation, and real-world impact. With a shared vision of empowering young founders and scaling venture creation across borders, MIH and LCE will collaborate on a series of strategic initiatives designed to enhance entrepreneurial education, incubate high-potential startups, and promote knowledge exchange between the UAE and Pakistan.This agreement represents a significant step forward in regional collaboration. Through this MoU, we aim to create a vibrant, cross-border innovation by linking our entrepreneurial ecosystems.  Prof Fehmida Hussain, Head and Founder, MDX Innovation Hub said: “The signing of this MoU marks a significant step forward in fostering cross-border collaboration between academic institutions in the UAE and Pakistan. By joining forces, we are creating a platform that leverages the unique strengths, resources and entrepreneurial ecosystems of both countries. This partnership reflects our shared commitment to nurturing innovation, empowering future leaders, and building a more connected and resilient startup landscape across the region.”Mr Jazib Zahir, Director, LUMS Centre for Entrepreneurship said: “LUMS Centre for Entrepreneurship is pleased to initiate collaborations with Middlesex University Dubai. We've found synergies in our priorities around curriculum design, knowledge sharing across geographies and pursuit of ventures particularly in technical spaces. We look at this agreement as a way to give our stakeholders, particularly incubated ventures, access to additional resources and exposure.”The MDX Innovation Hub (MIH) at Middlesex University Dubai is a dynamic ecosystem dedicated to fostering innovation and entrepreneurship among students. Officially launched in March 2024, MIH provides resources, mentorship, and opportunities in cutting-edge fields such as AI, machine learning, cybersecurity, and robotics. The hub connects students with external workshops, incubators, and competitions, empowering them to transform their ideas into reality and enhancing their prospects in the competitive global job market.  

Middlesex University (MDX) Dubai has become the first university in the United Arab Emirates to secure accreditation from the Institute of Analytics (IoA) for its MSc Financial Technology programme.The Institute of Analytics (IoA) is a globally recognised professional body for analytics and data professionals. It promotes excellence in analytics practice, education, and ethics, and provides members with access to professional development, certifications, and global networking opportunities.The IoA accreditation affirms the academic strength and industry relevance of the master’s programme, which features key modules such as Python AI and Machine Learning for Financial Technology, Financial Markets, and Data Analytics.Through this accreditation, students benefit from a direct pathway to IoA professional membership, along with enhanced access to industry resources that strengthen their career readiness and employability.This achievement was made possible through the work of Dr Pallavi Kishore, Head of Accounting and Finance, MDX Dubai and Dr Nick Sharples, Senior Lecturer, Middlesex University London, whose development of the programme helped lay the groundwork for this success.The MSc is a hands-on programme which blends practice with theory to equip students with the skills, knowledge, and experience to pursue a career in the industry. Students will be introduced to blockchain technology, data visualisation and analysis techniques while getting an insight about the regulatory framework of the financial industry, as well as risk assessment and ethics of applying technology in the financial sector.Aligned with the university’s commitment to excellence and career-oriented education, MDX Dubai has officially been granted its institutional licensure by the Commission for Academic Accreditation (CAA) of the UAE’s Ministry of Higher Education and Scientific Research (MoHESR).As Dubai continues to grow as a global FinTech hub, this accreditation reinforces MDX Dubai’s position as a pioneer in FinTech education in the UAE and the wider region. Apply today.