Creative Futures in the Middle East

Sports • Arts • Culture Programs

Universities are expanding creative and sports degrees

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These are no longer “niche” majors

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SPORTS PROGRAMS

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Sports Degree Paths

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ARTS & DESIGN

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Creative Programs

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CULTURE & HERITAGE

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How to Choose

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Creative degrees are becoming career degrees

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Creative Futures in the Middle East

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Universities are expanding creative and sports degrees

THE SHIFT

These are no longer “niche” majors

WHY IT MATTERS

SPORTS PROGRAMS

Sports as an industry

Sports Degree Paths

• Sports Management • Sports Science • Event & Venue Management

ARTS & DESIGN

Practical creative degrees

Creative Programs

• Graphic & UI/UX Design • Film & Digital Media • Performing Arts

CULTURE & HERITAGE

Culture as a career path

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Career outcomes Practical training City ecosystem Industry links

Creative degrees are becoming career degrees

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