The law department at Middlesex University (MDX) Dubai hosted its third annual awards night, bringing together an inspiring evening of celebration, recognition, and reflection on the year’s achievements.The event, held at MDX Dubai’s Dubai Knowledge Park campus on 29 May, was attended by industry professionals, academic staff, proud parents, and students, all united in honouring the exceptional talent within the university’s legal community.This year’s ceremony showcased a notable rise in student participation in competitions. From mooting to criminal advocacy, MDX Dubai Law students have demonstrated increasing confidence, capability, and a global outlook - representing the University with distinction on both local and international platforms. Among the evening’s honourees were:Kate Velasquez, awarded Best Speaker during MDX Mooting Week 2025 Hannah Farukh and Vhinnrik Del Mundo, received an award for Best Team also during MDX Mooting Week 2025 Meghna Naveen, awarded Best Advocate at the MDX Criminal Advocacy Competition Shree Rajesh and Meghna Naveen, recognised as the Best Team at the Criminal Advocacy CompetitionHasmath Abdeen, Noor Abdelhai, Aishwarya Ragulenthiran, Olivia Foy and Mahek Syed for their efforts within the Mooting Society. The awards celebrated not only academic and extracurricular excellence but also the dedication, teamwork, and perseverance that define the MDX Dubai legal community. Yasmin Sebah, Senior Law Lecturer, MDX Dubai, said: “We are grateful for the continued support of our sponsors and partners whose contributions play an important role in enriching the student experience and enabling opportunities for growth and recognition.  “A special thank you also goes to our student volunteers and the Mooting Society Committee, whose hard work and commitment behind the scenes contributed immensely to the success of the evening. Congratulations to all our winners”.  Apply today and become part of our active law department at MDX Dubai.

Students from Middlesex University (MDX) Dubai showcased their talent and expertise at the 12th Annual Undergraduate Research and Innovation Competition (URIC), hosted by Abu Dhabi University on 29 May 2025. The competition drew over 650 submissions from students across 105 universities and 14 countries. Following a rigorous selection process, top projects were shortlisted to present in front of panels of expert judges across 27 academic disciplines.MDX Dubai made an impression at the competition, submitting over 30 research and innovation entries, of these, an impressive 24 projects were shortlisted for final presentation, a testament to the university’s emphasis on nurturing critical thinking, creativity, and academic excellence. The students delivered well-prepared and compelling presentations, showcasing a wide range of topics spanning education, psychology, AI, health, and more. Among the standout achievements, three MDX Dubai students earned top three positions in their respective categories.Education student Malak AlHajry won first place in the Education & Instructional Technologies track for her research titled “The Perceived Impact of Screen Exposure on Young Children's Inhibitory Control: Teachers' and Parents' Perspectives in the UAE.”Reflecting on her win, Malak said: “When I heard the title of my paper and my university being called, it felt like a moment out of a fairytale. I’m so proud to represent Middlesex University, which believed in me and nurtured me every step of the way.”Afrin Fathima Razvi, a Computer Engineering and Informatics student, secured third place in the same track. Afrin presented her innovative project titled "Intellectus: A Fine-Tuned LLM To Enhance Student Cognitive Performance, Foster Independent Reasoning, Reinforce Academic Integrity, and Mitigate AI Over-Reliance in Education." Afrin said: “The quality of the participants' research reminded me that innovation is all about defending your ideas against brilliant minds. It genuinely felt like walking into a room full of tomorrow’s inventors arguing with today’s limits.”Layana Shunnar, a psychology student took third place in the Psychology category for her research project titled “Smoking Cessation for University Students." Layana said: “I appreciated the opportunity to attend and present at the competition. I enjoyed it immensely and would not have done it without the university’s support.”The competition marked the culmination of months of preparation, dedication, and collaboration by MDX Dubai students and their supervisors, with special support from the university’s Office of Student Research, led by Dr Lynda Hyland.Professor Fehmida Hussain, Deputy Director Engagement and Student Experience, Head of the Middlesex Innovation Hub, said: “At Middlesex University Dubai, we are proud to champion student research and innovation. By equipping students with the skills to investigate real-world challenges, we are not only shaping critical thinkers but also preparing future leaders for the careers of tomorrow."The achievements at URIC 2025 reflect MDX Dubai’s continued commitment to academic excellence, applied learning, and the development of a vibrant research culture that empowers students to address the challenges of the future.

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.