National Defense College
About
The National Defense College (NDC) of the United Arab Emirates, established in 2013, is a premier military training institution located in Abu Dhabi. It is dedicated to preparing senior military officers and civilian officials for high-level leadership roles through a focus on strategic and security studies. NDC provides a research-driven environment that explores national security dimensions, geopolitics, and crisis management. The college is officially accredited by the UAE's Commission for Academic Accreditation (CAA), offering high-standard postgraduate programs including a Master’s Degree and PhD in Strategic and Security Studies. With a mission to foster strategic thinking and national power analysis, NDC integrates joint national action into its curriculum. Students benefit from state-of-the-art facilities and insights from a world-class faculty. As a beacon of strategic learning in the GCC, the college plays a vital role in shaping the UAE's national interest and security policies for a complex global environment.
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