Symbiosis International (Deemed University) Faculty Featured in Stanford University’s Top 2% Scientists List 2025 – Laying the Foundation for Dubai’s First International Campus

The educators shaping the future of global research in India are now bringing their expertise to Dubai, establishing a world-class international campus that reflects the emirate’s vision of becoming a leading hub for knowledge, research, and innovation.

Symbiosis International (Deemed University), with over 50 years of global academic excellence, has been a pioneer in higher education, attracting students from over 85 countries. Founded in 1971 by Prof. (Dr.) S.B. Mujumdar on the philosophy of Vasudhaiva Kutumbakam (“The World is One Family”), the university has earned global recognition, including an A++ grade in India and a QS Employer Reputation ranking of 51 in Asia (2025).

Further strengthening its reputation, 19 distinguished faculty members from Symbiosis International (Deemed University), including Vice Chancellor Dr. Ramakrishnan Raman, Dr. Ketan Kotecha (Director, Symbiosis Institute of Technology), and Dr. Dhanya Pramod (Director, Symbiosis Centre for Information Technology) have been featured in Stanford University’s prestigious Top 2% Scientists List 2025.

This recognition underscores the university’s academic and research excellence, forming the strong foundation for Symbiosis Dubai, the institution’s first international branch. Designed as a research-driven and industry-relevant education ecosystem, the Dubai campus will prepare students for future careers while aligning with the UAE’s vision for knowledge-led growth.

Vice Chancellor Dr. Ramakrishnan Raman shares, “Our students will shape the future, and to do that, our faculty must stay ahead of the curve – learning, innovating, and evolving with the world.”

Programs at Symbiosis Dubai, such as the B.Tech in Computer Engineering and the BCA with a specialization in AI & Data Science, are tailored to equip students with future-ready skills while building strong industry partnerships. The Symbiosis Centre for Applied Artificial Intelligence further exemplifies this commitment, preparing students for careers in AI, robotics, and data science.

At its core, Symbiosis Dubai believes that exceptional education begins with exceptional educators. By bringing world-recognized faculty, decades of academic excellence, and a global outlook to the UAE, Symbiosis Dubai offers students a home away from home where ambition, innovation, and global perspective converge.

Symbiosis in a Nutshell

1100+ Diverse faculty | 150+ MoUs | 130+ Programs | 85+ Student nationalities | 50+ years legacy | 42 Institutes | 13 Research centres