Abu dhabi: Under the patronage of H.H. Sheikh Theyab bin Mohamed bin Zayed Al Nahyan, Deputy Chairman of the Presidential Court for Development and Fallen Heroes' Affairs, H.H. Sheikh Zayed bin Mohamed bin Zayed Al Nahyan has attended the graduation of 1,282 Grade 12 students from the 2025-2026 academic year of Applied Technology Schools (ATS) campuses in Abu Dhabi, Al Ain, and Al Dhafra, during a ceremony held by the Abu Dhabi Centre for Technical and Vocational Education and Training (ACTVET) at ADNEC Centre Abu Dhabi.
According to Emirates News Agency, H.H. Sheikh Zayed bin Mohamed bin Zayed Al Nahyan congratulated the graduates and honoured 72 outstanding students who achieved a final average of 98 per cent or above in recognition of their academic performance, dedication, and achievements throughout their educational journey. He commended the graduates' results, which reflect their commitment to pursuing knowledge and learning while contributing to the nation's development in line with future aspirations.
H.H. Sheikh Zayed bin Mohamed bin Zayed Al Nahyan underscored the importance of investing in education as a fundamental pillar for developing and empowering national talent across key strategic sectors. This serves as a driver of the UAE's economic competitiveness in future industries and contributes to achieving sustainable development goals for current and future generations.
Dr. Mubarak Saeed Al Shamsi, Chairman of the Board of Trustees of the Institute of Applied Technology and Director-General of ACTVET, expressed gratitude to H.H. Sheikh Theyab bin Mohamed bin Zayed Al Nahyan for his patronage, extending special thanks to H.H. Sheikh Zayed bin Mohamed bin Zayed Al Nahyan for attending the graduation ceremony. He emphasised that this achievement reflects the UAE leadership's commitment to education and its vision of preparing highly qualified national talent capable of contributing to the country's sustainable development and prosperity.
He affirmed that Applied Technology Schools continue to play a role in developing the next generation of Emirati talent through an educational model that combines academic excellence with practical learning. This ensures graduates are equipped to meet the evolving needs of the labour market and support the UAE's transition towards a knowledge-based economy and sustainable development.
The ceremony featured a video highlighting the graduates' journey throughout their years at Applied Technology Schools. Graduates also recited the oath of loyalty to the nation, while the student representative delivered a speech expressing the graduates' pride in their achievements and gratitude to the UAE's leadership, their families, and their teachers for supporting them throughout their educational journey.
Applied Technology Schools are among the UAE's educational institutions, offering a curriculum across three academic pathways: the Advanced Science Program, the Advanced Track, and the General Track. These pathways are designed to align with students' interests and future aspirations while preparing them for specialised fields, including engineering and applied engineering, health sciences, computing, and artificial intelligence.
Through this approach, the schools continue to develop national talent equipped with the knowledge and competencies to contribute to the UAE's future economy and comprehensive national development.