From Applicant to Asset: Winning UAE Scholarships

​Are you considering graduate study in the UAE but unsure how to stand out in competitive scholarship applications?

​Join Gafar Babatunde Bamigbade, a doctoral candidate in Food Science and Technology at United Arab Emirates University, for an insightful and practical session on transforming yourself from a hopeful applicant into a strong, competitive asset.

​Gafar holds a First Class B.Sc. in Microbiology and an M.Sc. with Distinction in Food and Industrial Microbiology from Federal University of Agriculture, Abeokuta, as well as a Postgraduate Diploma in Education from National Teachers Institute. With academic and teaching experience across Nigeria and the Middle East, he has lectured in food microbiology, industrial microbiology, and public health-related courses before transitioning fully into research. His doctoral work focuses on applying green technologies to valorize food by-products, advancing sustainability and circular bioeconomy principles.

​During this session, participants will gain:

• ​Clear guidance on identifying study and research opportunities in the UAE

• ​Proven strategies to position themselves for competitive graduate programs

• ​Practical steps for navigating applications and scholarship funding pathways

• ​Insights on leveraging academic networks to build a successful research career in the region

​Whether you’re planning your first international application or seeking to strengthen your scholarship profile, this session offers actionable, experience-based insights to help you move from applicant to asset.