Sharjah is the capital of one of the seven emirates that make up the United Arab Emirates. It has an estimated population of around 800,000 people. It is the third largest and third most populous city in the United Arab Emirates. Education in the United Arab Emirates consists of primary schools, middle school and high schools. Public education is free for all UAE citizens. In 2007, the literacy rate was 91%. Thousands of citizens are seeking formal learning at 86 adult learning centres across the country. The University of Sharjah is the largest university in the emirate of Sharjah and is accredited by the Ministry of Higher Education and Scientific Research. The University City of Sharjah is an educational district to the east of Sharjah City that includes the American University of Sharjah, the University of Sharjah, and the Higher Colleges of Technology. It also includes the Sharjah colleges for men and women. The Knowledge Academy is the largest training provider in United Arab Emirates with venues in 5 locations spread across the country, including Sharjah.
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