Sharjah Performing Arts Academy Joins National Unified Registration System
Sharjah Performing Arts Academy (SPAA) is proud to announce its official inclusion in the UAE’s National Admissions and Placement Office (NAPO) unified registration system, a platform managed by the Ministry of Education to streamline higher education admissions and scholarship applications for Emirati students.
As part of this integration, Emirati nationals and eligible students can now apply to SPAA through the same national platform used for federal institutions and government-sponsored scholarships. This strategic move reflects SPAA’s continued commitment to supporting national education priorities and making performing arts education more accessible to talented UAE students.
What is NAPO?
The National Admissions and Placement Office (NAPO) serves as the UAE’s centralised admissions system for UAE nationals and children of Emirati mothers. It enables students to apply to multiple higher education institutions, as well as for study-abroad scholarships, through one streamlined process. Applicants are typically required to take the Emirates Standardised Test (EmSAT) and meet the specific academic criteria of each institution.
NAPO now includes more than 30 participating institutions, including SPAA, and covers a wide range of academic disciplines both locally and internationally.
What This Means for Students
With SPAA now listed in the NAPO system:
- Emirati students can apply directly to SPAA via the unified national portal.
- Scholarship opportunities from the Ministry of Education are now more accessible to SPAA applicants.
- The admissions process is simplified, standardised, and aligned with federal education frameworks.
Sharjah Performing Arts Academy is the UAE’s only dedicated performing arts academy, offering internationally accredited undergraduate degree programmes in Acting, Musical Theatre, and Production Arts. With world-class facilities and faculty, SPAA prepares students for global careers in theatre, film, and the wider creative industries.
By joining NAPO, SPAA continues to build on its mission of nurturing creative talent and strengthening the UAE’s position as a regional hub for culture and the arts.