DAA Pre-University Resources
Dear Class of 2023, welcome to GEMS Dubai American Academy's home for the Pre-University Resources. As you navigate through the site, you will find an incredible amount of helpful and interesting information for you to engage with and learn about.
This site also contains information about: guidance about adapting to University, online courses from EDX.org, Harvard University, budgeting and financial planning courses, resources for cooking at university, what you can expect at university, advice on how to live with a roommate, staying safe on campus, challenges you might face, as well as resources for your parents and how they will adapt to having you go to university.
University Advice:
Challenges for University students
Courses and Resources:
Take advantage of popular courses in:
Harvard University Online courses
Learn how to manage your finances at University and beyond:
FUTURE FLUENCIES: Creative Problem Solving and Critical Thinking Skills Courses
Making an Impact: Leadership and Resilience Courses
Challenges and DAA Alumni:
Pre-Uni reading Challenge
The aim here is to ensure you are familiar with your university reading list and challenge you to start some of the reading before you get there. This will help you get your head around your modules and ensure you start your courses proactively.
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