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Pediatrician

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Cares for children's health, growth and development from infancy through adolescence.

11Programmes in the UAE0Current job openings4Scholarships
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Career overview

What they do

Pediatricians assess childhood illnesses, monitor development and guide families on preventive care. They complete medical education and specialist pediatric training, working closely with parents and other healthcare professionals.

Typical responsibilities

  • Examine children and assess their symptoms.
  • Monitor growth and developmental progress.
  • Create treatment and follow-up plans.
  • Explain preventive care to families.
  • Refer children for specialist support when needed.

Skills you'll need

Child-focused clinical assessmentEmpathy and patienceFamily communicationClinical reasoningCollaborative care

How much it relies on

MathematicsMedium
TechnologyMedium
ScienceHigh

Work style

IndependentTeam-based
TheoreticalHands-on
Office

Advantages

  • Meaningful support for children and families.
  • Long-term relationships with growing patients.
  • Varied work across development and illness.

Disadvantages

  • Emotionally difficult cases involving children.
  • Young patients may struggle to describe symptoms.
  • Hospital roles can include emergency shifts.

Growth & future opportunities

Editorial view: A suitable medical specialism for students who enjoy biology, patient communication and working patiently with children and their families.

Career content is written by the Masari editorial team. Last reviewed 23 Oct 2026.

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Study in the UAE

Programs at UAE institutions that lead to this career.

Average tuition

AED 145,800 per year on average for bachelor's programmes with published fees (AED 134,000–160,000, 2 programmes).

From each university's official fee schedule. Yearly figures for per-credit schedules assume a full-time load of 30 credit hours. Excludes housing, books and other fees.

11 programs at 9 institutions

Programs and accreditation come from the Commission for Academic Accreditation (CAA) register of the Ministry of Higher Education and Scientific Research. Tuition and duration appear once verified on the university's own program page; always confirm admission details with the university.

Scholarships for this path

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ADEK Khotwa Scholarship Programme

Abu Dhabi Department of Education and Knowledge (ADEK) · Government

Fully fundedUAE nationalsAbroadFoundation · Bachelor'sMinimum 60%

A fully sponsored alternative pathway to a degree abroad via a community college or foundation year.

Dates not confirmedVerified· 22 Oct 2026
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