Dubai, UAE (Oct 11, 2025) — In a groundbreaking initiative, the UAE government has partnered with Google to provide university students across the country free access to Gemini Pro, Google’s most advanced AI-powered learning platform, for one full year.
The Gemini 2.5 Pro plan, which includes premium generative AI tools for research, writing, and creativity, is available to all eligible students aged 18 and above who register by December 9, 2025 using their personal email addresses.
Empowering an AI-Driven Generation
The initiative is part of the UAE’s National Artificial Intelligence Strategy, which aims to build a digitally skilled and AI-literate workforce.
Students can leverage Gemini’s suite of tools to enhance academic research, boost creativity, and prepare for careers in the rapidly evolving world of AI and emerging technologies.
UAE Minister of State for Artificial Intelligence, Omar Sultan Al Olama, highlighted that this partnership underscores the UAE’s vision to empower youth through innovation.
“The UAE continues to prioritize developing national talent through the application of AI technologies,” he said, emphasizing lifelong learning and digital empowerment.
Surging Interest in AI Learning Tools
According to Anthony Nakache, Google’s Managing Director for the Middle East and North Africa, AI and education-related searches in the UAE have risen by 110% over the past two months.
“This surge shows how students and educators are eager to explore AI’s potential in learning and creativity,” Nakache stated.
Through this partnership, Google and the UAE government are ensuring every student gains access to Gemini’s most advanced AI tools.
What Students Get with Gemini 2.5 Pro (Free for 1 Year)
- Gemini 2.5 Pro – Google’s latest AI model for research, writing, and creative brainstorming.
- Deep Research – Synthesizes data from hundreds of sources for smarter academic insights.
- NotebookLM – Organizes notes, documents, and ideas; now with audio and video summarization.
- Veo 3 – Generates short AI-powered videos from text or image prompts.
- 2 TB Cloud Storage – Extra Google Drive, Photos, and Gmail space for projects and coursework.
With these tools, students can summarize lectures, generate quizzes, and create personalized study materials, transforming the learning experience through AI innovation.
Shaping the Future of Education
The partnership between Google and the UAE Government sets a benchmark for AI in education, aligning with the nation’s broader goal of building an AI-empowered generation and positioning the UAE as a regional leader in digital transformation.
