Student Handbook - Sohar University

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Student
Handbook
2016/2017
Vice Chancellor’s Message
It is my great pleasure to welcome you as a student to Sohar University. I hope you have a rewarding and enjoyable learning experience during your time at University.
We aim to provide first-class tuition from well qualified and experienced academic staff
delivered in modern state-of-the-art teaching and learning facilities. The campus provides high-
quality lecture theatres and modern laboratories with the latest teaching and research equipment.
The Learning Resources Centre a world-class facility that is an asset to both students and staff. It
is the focal point for learning on the campus.
I encourage you to make the most of your time at the University by working hard, participate in
activities, enjoy your stay with us and ultimately graduate to your place in the world. By so
doing, you will not only assure your own future but also you will strengthen the reputation of
Sohar University and contribute to the development of Oman.
The University has a number of exciting projects linked to research and industry and as a student
you will have the opportunity to benefit from these initiatives both through the related tuition in
the degree programmes and through work undertaken in courses.
This handbook is designed to help you throughout your course of study and you should retain it
for future reference.
I am sure you will enjoy the challenge that studying at University brings. Finally, may I take the
opportunity of wishing you every success in your studies at Sohar University.
Professor Barry Winn
Vice-Chancellor
Table of Contents
Part One:
University Context
Part Two:
Academic Programs and Units
Part Three: Academic Information
Part Four:
Academic Program Information
Part Five:
Progression and Assessment
Part Six:
Academic Support Services
Part Seven: Student Support Services
Part Eight: General Rules and Regulations
Part Nine:
Appendices
Part One: University Context
Academic Calendar
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SEMESTER 1
SEMESTER 2
S1 Classes begin
18 September 2016
S2 Classes begin
19 February 2017
Registration closes
Add/Drop Period ends
29 September 2016
Job Fair
6-8 March 2017
Student Orientation Week
9 October 2016
Student Activities Week
9-12 April 2017
S1 Student Feedback Survey starts
20 November 2016
S2 Student Feedback Survey starts
23 April 2017
S1 Student Feedback Survey ends
5 December 2016
Alumni Day
27 April 2017
S1 Classes end
29 December 2016
Student Feedback Survey ends
7 May 2017
Exam Week
1-12 January 2017
Exam Week
4-15 Jun 2017
Final Exam Results
25 January 2017
Final Exam Results
5 July 2017
Re-Sit Revision and Exam Week
29-31 January 2017
Re-Sit Revision and Exam Week
9-11 July 2017
Re-Sit Exam Day
1 February 2017
Re-Sit Exam Day
12 July 2017
Re-Sit Results
9 February 2017
Re-Sit Results
20 July 2017
SU Vision, Mission and Values
Sohar University (SU) was established by Ministerial Decree on 11 September 2001 as the first private
university in Oman. It was granted degree awarding powers, with the authority to provide programs and
courses whose successful completion leads to the academic awards of Sohar University. This authority is, of
course, subject to the rulings of the Ministry of Higher Education (MoHE) and the Oman Academic
Accreditation Authority (OAAA).
Vision
To be recognised internationally as an inclusive university of excellence through quality teaching, research
and engagement that increasingly adds value to the economy, society and culture of Oman.
Mission
To develop skilled, knowledgeable, articulate and enterprising graduates who, through their challenging
learning experience at Sohar University, are able to contribute effectively to the changing world in which
they live and work.
Values
Supportive: Creating a supportive academic environment which ensures that learning is their central focus,
combined with social, cultural, sporting and recreational opportunities to enable the full
realisation of their potential for academic and personal development.
Ethical:
Fostering the highest academic and professional standards and encouraging the spirit of open
and critical thought and enquiry, academic exchange and dialogue and expecting the highest
standards of professional and ethical behaviour.
Engaged:
Engaging with our Omani community and society.
Flexible:
Being responsive to the needs of industry.
Transparent: Accountability through effective management and governance.
6 Excellent:
Productivity and excellent service through the setting and rewarding of high standards of
performance.
Part Two: Academic
Programs and Units
Part Two: Academic Program and Units
Sohar University’s General Foundation Programme (GFP) equips our newly-enrolled undergraduates with the academic skills required to gain admission to the University’s full and part-time degree
programmes.
GFP studies focus on competencies in English, Computing, Mathematics and Academic Study Skills, and we
are proud to say that each component consistently meets all of the delivery and outcomes standards set by the
Oman Accreditation Council. Many students who arrive at Sohar University already possess the necessary
competency in English and the appropriate qualifications in Computing and Mathematics to progress straight
to degree studies, but, in the first instance, they all take a placement test in English. They might also study
Computing and Mathematics; in most instances, they shall need to.
English: Students who enroll on the GFP programme study English at three levels of progression –
Elementary, Pre-Intermediate and Intermediate, the latter of which is designed to take them to a level
equivalent to IELTS 5. In addition, students will also complete an English component called ACS. This is an
Academic Core Skills programme that fulfills a remit from the MoHE that requires students to demonstrate a
clear grounding in academic research and report writing. GFP English students also benefit from additional,
extra-curricular classes and activities held in our Writing Studio, located in the Learning Resources Centre.
Computing: Computing is taught to two levels – IC3 Modules 1 and 2. In all instances, students studying on
degree programmes or embarking on any form of research will need to be computer literate. It should also be
remembered that students who study Engineering of any discipline at Sohar University will need to achieve
and demonstrate higher skills in computing, including in design software. Their learning pathway will begin
at GFP level.
Mathematics: Mathematics is taught to thr ee levels – SET 1, 2 and 3 – but the degree programme on
which the students intend to embark will determine which of these 3 they shall study. For example, students
of Engineering or IT will take a combination of SET 1 and 3, while students of Business or Humanities will
study SET 1 and 2.
8 Contact for GFP: Ms. Asia Al Kishry - EXT:109
When you study Engineering (FE) at SU, you’ll not only preview the
technology soon to fill our homes and work places – you’ll have the
opportunity to create it. You’ll have the skills to competently operate in
highly regulated Oman industries, and be exposed to a range of
opportunities that could take you anywhere in the world. Research in
engineering includes strong activities of industrial research in
partnerships with a very wide range of industries, as well as basic
research topics that are important to the engineering and technologies and
research on a number of new and emerging technologies. In a general,
collective sense, graduates with a Bachelor's of Engineering Degree and
Diploma holders can choose a broad range of employers, including but
not limited to:
Oil and Gas Industry/ Mining Industry/ Small, Medium and Large-sized
Industries/ Manufacturing Industries/ Energy sectors and Power
Stations / Colleges and Universities Consultant Services/ Construction
and Development sectors/ Municipal and Ministry offices/ Automobile
Industry/ Aerospace Industry/ Software Development and Distribution.
Contact for FE: Ms. Amal Al Alawi - EXT:237
The Faculty of Business (FB) is moving into a new phase of
development. In terms of increasing student numbers, existing and
potential undergraduate and postgraduate programme developments, the
requirement to improve progression rates and an increased emphasis on
meaningful research a number of elements need to be addressed.
It has a mix of well-qualified staff, and a good reputation for teaching
and community engagement. The Faculty, however, needs to recruit
more subject specialist staff with the ability to meet the requirements of
undergraduate and particularly post-graduate students within the
established active learning policy framework. Some of these will also be
experienced program managers with the ability to develop innovative
schemes to meet market/ student expectations and demands.
Contact for FB: Ms. Amal Al Badi - EXT: 209
The Faculty of Computing and Information Technology
(FCIT) is a prosperous Faculty which offers a lot of opportunities. The
Faculty recognizes the challenges which lie ahead, especially in terms of
academic excellence, and embraces the best education methods and
means to ensure the currency of a curriculum that accommodates new
disciplines in accordance with market needs. The faculty retains strong
relationships with industry thanks to its close proximity to some of the
most important industrial establishments in Oman. FCIT has a high
standard teaching staff that embrace and promote quality in teaching as
9required by local and international standards. FCIT is proud to announce
its ties with the Australia Computer Society.
Contact For FCIT: Ms. Khulood Al Farsi - EXT:312
The Faculty of Language Studies (FLS) is a rapidly developing
structure that provides an advanced undergraduate education in both
English language studies and English language and translation. The
faculty has recently received the MOHE approval for its MA TESOL and
plans to increase the pool of postgraduate offerings. Our programmes
have been fine-tuned and internationally reviewed to meet the shifting
needs of the local and regional markets. Our curricula cover a broad
range of topics and skills that equip our graduates with the necessary
skills, competencies and attributes to sharpen their competitive edge for
an increasingly competitive job market and a strong engagement with the
profession and the community at large.
Contact for FLS: Ms. Roqia Al Busaidi - EXT: 492
The Faculty of Education & Arts (FEA) is one of the newest
faculties at the University having been established in the academic year
2014/2015. Today, it aims to become a highly reputable Faculty with
regional and international recognition. Currently, the faculty offers
Bachelor of Arabic literature, Bachelor of Physical Education and top up
program for diploma holders, a Master of Educational Administration,
and a Master of Curricula and Teaching methods. The Faculty has plans
in place to launch new programs.
Contact for FEA: Ms. Huda Al Jahwari - EXT: 266
The Faculty of Law (FoL) offers a highly reputable regional programme
and strives to become one of the best law programmes in Oman and the
Gulf Region. The Faculty has been striving to achieve this standard
through the provision of high quality academic programs, that combine
theoretical studies with practical applications, to enable students acquire
the legal skills required for entry to the jobs market locally, regionally
10and internationally.
Contact for FoL: Ms. Asma Al Muqbali - EXT: 215
Part Three: Academic
Information
Admission Regulations
Admission is based on the reasonable expectation that the student will be able to fulfil the objectives of the
program and achieve the standard required for the award. Numbers of students admitted may be controlled
by directives issued by the Ministry of Higher Education.
All entry qualifications must be authenticated, so students are required to provide proof of qualifications
gained. Any student not complying with such a request, or falsifying evidence, is liable to exclusion from
the University.
Entry Requirements for Undergraduate Programs (Omani students)
To be eligible to apply for entry to undergraduate programs prospective students must have:
 Completed the General Diploma formerly Secondary School Completion Certificate or
(‘Thannawiya Amma’) in Oman, or equivalent
 Achieved a score at least equal to the Entry Score determined by the Sohar University Academic
Board
The Entry Score may vary according to academic program, and is reviewed annually. For qualifying
students, entry to the University will be based upon order of merit. Additional requirements may be
specified for particular programs of study. In particular, admission to the Faculty of Engineering requires
prior study of Pure Maths and Physics in the Diploma of General Education certificate (and prior study of
Chemistry for those joining Chemical Engineering).
Entry Requirements for Undergraduate Programs (Foreign students)
Admission to the University is open to all nationalities resident in Oman, and others wishing to come to
Oman. Enrolment for foreign students will not be valid until all immigration procedures for staying in
Oman as a student are finalized. Foreign students obtaining a General Education Diploma from outside
Oman must seek accreditation from the Omani Embassy and Ministry of Foreign Affairs in that country.
Recognition of Prior Learning
Candidates who have undertaken studies at other higher education institutions, in Oman or elsewhere, may
be given recognition of prior learning if it can be demonstrated by means of evidence that particular
learning outcomes have been achieved. This may result in exemption from particular courses, if rigorous
examination of the evidence (transcripts, course profiles, etc) by subject specialists concludes that learning
outcomes have already been met.
The proportion of recognition by prior learning (RPL) permitted in any programme may vary but must be
agreed with the Dean.
This proportion may not exceed 50% of the units for a particular programme, including no more than 25%
of level three units and normally no level four units. Intending candidates should consult with the Faculty
well in advance.
Registration for New Students
All new students of the University must register at the beginning of each semester. Instructions on how to
register will normally be available at the time a student receives an offer of a place at the University.
Students are required to register within the first two weeks of a semester. Failure to do so may end in
12 losing your position or not being able to use any of the University facilities.
See the University calendar above for important dates.
Registration is not completed until all fees due have been paid, or other arrangements made to the
satisfaction of the University.
Registration for Returning/Enrolled Students
All continuing students of the University must register at the beginning of each semester. Instructions on
how to register will normally be available with annual examination results. Students who do not register
within the first two weeks of a semester will no longer be considered to be students of the University, and
will not be able to use any of the University facilities. See the University calendar above for important
dates.
Registration is not completed until all fees due have been paid, or other arrangements made to the
satisfaction of the University (please refer to section on student fees).
Study Deferral
A sponsored student may apply for a study deferral period of up to two semesters; the scholarship will not
continue during deferred semesters. The maximum duration can be consecutive or separate semesters. An
application must be received at least two weeks before the start of the semester and must gain the approval
of the sponsor.
Students studying at their own expense may apply for a study deferral until the end of the second week of a
semester. If they defer after the second week, fees will not be refunded for that semester.
Student Withdrawal
A student must submit a request to withdraw from the University. Students will be liable for that semester’s
course fees unless they withdraw in the first two weeks of the semester. Before withdrawal she/he must
complete the release form in order to make sure that there are no financial, accommodation, transportation
and library obligations.
Changing Program of Study
Students who wish to change their program of study and enter another program may do so, subject to:
 The entry requirements of the proposed program
 The availability of a place on the proposed program
 The agreement of the Deans of the former and proposed programs
 The viability of completion of the proposed program, including sufficient time available (admission
to the new program may need to be at a lower level academically than that which the student is leaving)
 Obtaining the agreement of the student’s scholarship sponsor, if any
Transferring of Sponsored Students
It is the responsibility of the student to:
 ensure the availability of a vacant place in the institution to which the student wishes to transfer
 ensure that the transfer will not cause any additional financial obligation on the sponsor
 ensure that transferring to another institution does not delay the student's graduation more than the
duration of his/her scholarship
 obtain credits from the institution to which he/she is transferring for courses
Termination of Study
13 The enrolment (registration) of any student may be cancelled if that student:
fails to attend classes for more than three weeks without an acceptable excuse
 exceeds the maximum study completion period
 fails a required course for the third time
 is suspended from the University
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Medium of Instruction
The medium of instruction used for the majority of Sohar University programs is English. The medium
of instruction for the Education and Arts Faculty and Law Faculty is Arabic.
The Academic Year
The Faculty academic year commences on 18 September and ends in July 2017. Each academic year
consists of two semesters of study. The duration of each semester comprises 15 weeks of teaching and 2
weeks of final examinations. For students there is usually a three week break between the end of Semester
One examinations and the first day of classes in Semester Two. Hence an academic year will consist of 34
weeks divided into two 17 week semesters. For full details on the start and end dates of classes and exam
periods, please refer to the calendar above.
Special Circumstances
There may be occasions when you, as a student, require extra help or guidance. For example you may be
late to register- with good reason, or you may feel you are taking the wrong courses, or you may wish to
improve your GPA etc.
On these occasions there is an established procedure for you to follow. You cannot expect to see your Dean,
the Head of GFP, the PVC Academic Affairs or the Vice Chancellor unless you follow this procedure:
 Talk to your Academic Advisor or Programme Coordinator. Most issues can be resolved at this stage.
 If the issue is not resolved, then complete the Special Circumstances Form (available at the back of
the Handbook, online at www.soharuni.edu.om, or from Faculty/GFP Office. If you are a faculty student your advisor will endorse this and arrange for them and/or you to see your Dean. The Dean will
not see you without this completed form, endorsed by your advisor. If you are a GFP student your
advisor will endorse this and arrange for them and/or you to see the Deputy Head/Head. The Deputy
Head or Head of GFP will not see you without this completed form, endorsed by your advisor
 If the Dean/Head of GFP considers it appropriate, then they will arrange for them, and/or you to see
the PVC Academic Affairs. The PVC Academic Affairs may refer the issue to a Special
Circumstances Committee. The PVC will not see you without the completed form, endorsed by your
Dean
 If the PVC Academic Affairs considers it appropriate, he will arrange for you to see the Vice Chancellor. The Vice Chancellor will not see you without the completed form, endorsed by PVC Academic Affairs
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Full and Part Time Study
Full time study is defined as studying 8 or 9 units per semester.
Although courses can vary so that the learning outcomes can be best achieved, a 2- unit course usually has 4
-6 contact hours per week. Academic work outside of classroom time is very important: students are encouraged to use Free-labs, the extensive study space in the LRC, and faculty-provided study space to work
individually or collectively on tutorial preparation, assignments, revision etc.
Part-time students normally enrol for less than a full load. Although not always possible due to resource issues, where enrolments are sufficient, the University will try to cater for those wishing to complete their
studies while working by providing evening and weekend classes.
Requirements for Completion of an Award
For a student to complete and award and graduate, he/she must pass all required courses, have achieved the
required number of units, and fulfil all other academic requirements of his/her program.
The maximum duration of study will be twice the standard full time duration. For official part time students,
the maximum duration will be twice the standard full time duration plus two years.
The student must pay his/her University bills and must return all University property.
The student must have a GPA greater than or equal to these levels:
 For a Diploma, GPA ≥ 1.50.
 For an Advanced Diploma, GPA ≥ 2.00
 For a Bachelor Degree, GPA ≥ 2.00
Failing a Course for the Third Time
Sohar University operates a policy of dismissing any student who fails a course for the third time
consecutively. In this case, the student who fails a course three times may not be re-admitted before one
academic year.
Re-admission after Failing a Course for the Third Time
A student has to apply for re-enrolment before starting the semester. A student may re-enrol in the
University, with the same ID and the same student record, one academic year after his/her studies were
suspended after failing a course three times consecutively. A re-admitted student must provide evidence to
satisfy the relevant Dean why failure should not recur, he/she may not take more than 4 units in the first
semester after readmission, and may be liable to exclusion if they fail a course upon readmission. Any
student excluded twice from the University will not be eligible for readmission.
For more information on readmission, please refer to the policy which is available on the website.
Award for Academic Excellence
There are two lists for Student Academic Excellence at Sohar University:
 Vice-Chancellor’s List
 Dean’s List
The Vice Chancellor’s List is declar ed per semester and contains the names of those students who meet
the following conditions:
 Accumulated GPA ≥ 3.7
 Completed Level One (16 – 19 units depending on the programme)
 Passed all courses in the semester with a full load of at least 8-9 units
 Not issued with a penalty for either Academic Misconduct or Misbehaviour
The Dean’s List is declar ed per semester and contains the names of the students who meet the
following conditions:
 Accumulated GPA ≥ 3.5
 Completed a minimum of 8-9 units
 Passed all courses in the semester with a full load of at least 8-9 units
15  Not issued with a penalty for either Academic Misconduct or Misbehaviour
The Academic Excellence Deans List will be announced at Faculty Board and the Vice Chancellor’s
Excellence List at the University Academic Board. Students on either list will be given a certificate for
Academic Excellence.
Academic Advising
All new students joining a Faculty will be assigned to an academic advisor, and will usually continue with
the same advisor through to graduation.
Academic advising provides supportive and informative services that assist students make informed
decisions regarding their educational, career, and life goals, understand academic programs’ requirements,
program options, university rules and regulations, and campus services.
Each member of academic staff serves as an academic advisor, and will help students:
 transition to university life
 become familiar with and follow academic policies, rules, procedures, and requirements
 take responsibility for their learning and goal setting
 develop educational plans consistent with their interests, abilities, and goals
 graduate in a timely manner, successfully meeting all requirements
Students also have responsibilities regarding their transition to University life and developing their
educational plan. As a student, you are responsible for:
 Checking your own university email account regularly, reading messages from official university
offices, and responding as appropriate.
 Acquiring the information needed to assume final responsibility for course scheduling, program
planning, and the successful completion of all graduation requirements
 Finding out about university requirements as well as program requirements, and to check
prerequisites for courses
 Knowing university rules, requirements, policies, and procedures
 Knowing about important dates and deadlines (e.g., the last day to drop/add a course, last day to pay
tuition fees without incurring late fee, last day for obtaining student ID, etc), from the calendar
available on the university website
 Meeting at least once a semester with your academic advisor to ensure you are making steady
progress towards graduation. Check your advisors availability via the Office Hours’ notice on their
door
 Seeking assistance from advisor whenever academic concerns or difficulties arise
Definition of Awards
Programs are delivered to a specific award level and duration. Variations may occur between Faculties and
among programs in a Faculty, but programs normally have four 2-unit courses in each of two semesters per
year (16 units per level). In levels 1 and 2, additional Ministry of Higher Education required courses may
increase the total to 17 or 18 units per year. The following table shows the general framework of Sohar
University programs.
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Level
Award
Foundation
_____
Level 1
_____
Level 2
Diploma
Level 3
Advanced Diploma
Level 4
Bachelor’s Degree
Note: For a standard full time student, each level is nominally one year in duration .
Grading System
The grading scale is standardised across all University courses. Hence it applies to awards at Diploma,
Advanced Diploma, Degree and Master Levels. It also applies equally to grading for individual assignments
and, aggregated according to the weightings of assessments, to courses as a whole. A grading system based
on a 0 to 4 scale is used as set out in the following table.
%
Grade
Descriptor
90-100
4.0
Excellent – Demonstrates imagination, originality or flair, based on proficiency in all the
80-89
3.75
learning objectives; work is interesting or surprising or exciting or challenging or erudite.
75-79
3.50
Very Good – Demonstrates awareness and understanding of deeper and subtler aspects of the
70-74
3.25
65-69
3.0
course, such as ability to identify and debate critical issues or problems, ability to solve nonroutine problems, ability to adapt and apply ideas to new situations, and ability to invent and
evaluate new ideas.
Good – Demonstrates, with some errors or omissions, awareness and understanding of deeper
62-64
2.75
and subtler aspects of the course, such as ability to identify and debate critical issues or
59-61
2.5
situations, and ability to invent and evaluate new ideas; demonstrates sufficient quality of
problems, ability to solve non-routine problems, ability to adapt and apply ideas to new
performance to be considered satisfactory or adequate or competent or capable in the course.
55-58
2.0
Pass – work that is generally acceptable. Demonstrates ability to use and apply fundamental
50-54
1.5
skill.
45-49
1.0
concepts and skills of the course, going beyond mere replication of content knowledge or
Marginal Pass – minimal level allowable for a small minority of the courses in a program.
GPA at this level not acceptable for graduation. Many errors and minimum levels of ability to
use and apply basic concepts and skills.
30-44
0.5
0-29
0
Fail – Falls short of satisfying the basic requirements for Pass. Work of a very poor standard,
with little relevance. It fails to satisfy most of the basic requirements of the course.
Fail – Work containing little or nothing of merit. It fails to satisfy the basic requirements of
the course
Note: that percentage of marks is not reported. Only Grades (4.0, 3.75, 3.5, etc.) are reported in end of the
semester reports and in official transcripts.
Grade Point Average (GPA)
The GPA is a weighted average of a student’s grades. The GPA can be calculated on a semester, year or
cumulative (i.e. total program) basis. Only courses that are part of the Award for which the student is
registered are included in GPA calculations. If a course is retaken because of failure or the desire to
17 improve the grade, or if another elective course is taken to replace a previously taken elective, then only the
highest grade is included in GPA calculations.
Graduate Attributes
To develop skilled, knowledgeable, articulate and enterprising graduates, we have identified a number of
key generic skills that we aim to embed in our students that will help them to contribute effectively to the
changing world in which they live and work.
Generic Skills
Communication
Domain
Skills
Skills
Description
Teaching &
Learning Methods
Assessment
Verbal & written interpersonal and
Lectures, Tutorials,
Group reports,
professional communication skills:
laboratory works, group
assignments and
assignments,
Laboratory
relationship building, selling,
marketing, handling customer
relations, influencing/negotiation
presentations and
problem-based learning.
skills.
Information
Skills/
Computing, information technology
Lab work with the use
Report and
Technology Skills
Knowledge
and keyboard skills:
of computer software to
assignment solved
solve problems.
by specific
Word processing, spreadsheets, data
software
handling and producing, email &
internet usage.
Numeracy Skills
Skills/
Knowledge
Analytical and logical reasoning:
application of numbers, calculation
and mathematical problem solving.
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Homework,
laboratory works, group
Assignments,
assignments,
Class tests and
presentations and
Final
problem-based learning.
examination
Creativity and
Problem Solving
Skills
Knowledge
Innovative, intellectually
autonomous, flexible, adaptable,
ability to handle change/pressure,
decision-making and risk taking.
laboratory works,
group assignments,
presentations and
problem-based
learning.
In-class &
integrated
assignments and
end of semester
exam
Team-Work Skills
Skills/
Attitudes
Ability to work with others,
understand and work within a
horizontal communication
framework, co-ordinate people, and
an ability to work collaboratively and
be motivational.
Lab work, tutorials.
Reports and group
assignment
Social and Ethic
Responsibility
Skills
Attitudes
Self-discipline, effective time
management, behave in a socially and
environmentally responsible manner,
appreciative of cultural diversity.
Lectures, Considered
relevant topical &
examples in the
syllabus, while also
covering some
important historical
developments.
Exams and
assignments
Conversations’
with students
during lecture
Critical Judgment
Skills
Skills/
Knowledge
Ability to analyse and make
informed & critical judgments on a
wide array of subjects and materials.
Lectures, tutorials,
active learning.
Assignments, Lab
work,
Presentations and
final thesis/
dissertation
Part Four: Academic
Program Information
Number of units
A student may not normally study more than 9 units in a semester.
Part Four: Academic Program Information
Attendance Requirements
If a student fails to attend at least 70% of classes (80% in GFP courses) in a course then he/she may
be deemed to have not satisfactorily participated in the course and may fail.
If, because of special or mitigating circumstances, a student knows in advance that he/she will be absent
and these absences are likely to cause him/her to be unable to attend at least 70% of classes (80% in GFP),
then:
 he/she must meet with the Course Coordinator(s) and the Dean as soon as this is known
 a negotiation will then occur with the Dean to see if a plan can be formulated so that learning
experiences that will be missed can be adequately compensated for. This plan will then be submitted to
the Pro Vice Chancellor Academic Affairs for approval
Note: the student cannot assume that a satisfactory plan will always be possible. In this case it will be the responsibility of the student either to make sure that his/her attendance will be above the 70% level
(80% in GFP) or to withdraw from the course.
Program Matrices
Please find all Program Matrices on the following pages.
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Business Statistics I
Intro to Microeconomics
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Computer Applications in Business
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BUEC1602
UNIR1000
UNIR1001
BUAC2303
BUFN2701
BUMG2105
UNIR2000
2
Organisational Communications
UNIR2001A
2
Entrepreneurship
UNIR3000
2
BUIS3501
Units
Course Name
2
2
2
2
1
2
2
2
Principles of Marketing
Accounting II
Intro to Macroeconomics
Business Communications
Oman and Islamic Culture
Intermediate Accounting
Financial Management
Organizational Behaviour
BUIS2502
2
Management Information System
Research Methods
BUAC3305
2
Cost Accounting
2
Database Management
BUAC3304
2
Corporate Accounting
BUAC3302
2
Auditing
BUFN3704
2
Financial Reporting & Analysis
BUMG3101
BUBS4401
2
2
Operations Research
Gulf Business Environment
BUMG3108
BUBS4402
2
2
Business Statistics II
International Business
BUAC4304
2
Accounting Theory
BUIS4501
2
BUFN4702
2
Financial Institutions & Markets
BUFN4701
2
BUMG4103A
2
Research Project –A
BUMG4103
2
Electronic Business
Investment & Portfolio
Management
Research Project –B
Faculty of Business: Management
SEMESTER 1
21
SEMESTER 2
Course Code
Units
Course Name
Course Code
Units
Course Name
BUMG1103
2
BUMK1201
2
L
E
V
E
L
1
BUMG1102
2
BUAC1302
2
Accounting II
BUEC1601
2
Introduction to Microeconomics
BUEC1602
2
BUAC1301
2
Accounting 1
UNIR1000
2
UNIR1002
1
Arabic Skill
UNIR1001
1
L
E
V
E
L
2
BUBS2401
2
Business Law
BUMG2107
2
Human Resource Management
BUIS2501
2
BUFN2701
2
BUAC2302
UNIR2000
UNIR2001
2
2
2
Organizational Communications
Entrepreneurship
BUMG2105
BUIS2502
2
2
Organizational Behavior
UNIR3000
2
Research Methods
BUMG3102
2
BUIS3501
2
Database Management
BUMG3103
2
Purchasing & Inventory
Management
Quality Management
BUBS3401
2
Small Business Management
BUMG3107
2
Operations Management
BUMG3101
BUBS4401
2
2
Operations Research
BUMG3108
BUBS4402
2
2
BUMG4101
2
Strategic Management
BUIS4501
2
Electronic Business
BUMG4102
2
Public Relations
BUFN4701
2
Management
BUMG4103A
2
Research Project-A
BUMG4103B
2
Research Project-B
L
E
V
E
L
3
L
E
V
E
L
4
Faculty of Business: Marketing
SEMESTER 1
L
E
V
E
L
1
L
E
V
E
L
2
L
E
V
E
L
3
L
E
V
E
L
4
SEMESTER 2
Course Code
Units
Course Name
BUMG1103
BUMG1102
2
2
Course
Code
BUMK1201
BUAC1302
BUEC1601
2
BUEC1602
2
BUAC1301
2
Accounting 1
UNIR1000
2
UNIR1002
1
Arabic Skill
UNIR1001
1
BUBS2401
2
Business Law
BUMK2201
2
Marketing Management
BUIS2501
2
BUFN2701
2
BUAC2302
UNIR2000
UNIR2001
2
2
2
Entrepreneurship
BUMG2105
BUIS2502
2
2
UNIR3000
2
Research Methods
BUMK3201
2
Tourism & Services Marketing
BUIS3501
2
Database Management
BUMK3203
2
Sales Management
BUMK3207
2
Advertising Theory & Practice
BUMK3202
2
Consumer Behavior
BUMG3101
BUBS4401
2
2
Operations Research
BUMG3108
BUBS4402
2
2
BUMK4201
2
Strategic Marketing
BUIS4501
2
Electronic Business
BUMG4102
2
Public Relations
BUMK4203
2
International Marketing
BUMG4103A
2
Research Project-A
BUMG4103
2
Research Project-B
Units
Course Name
2
2
Accounting II
Faculty of Business: Business & Commercial Law
SEMESTER 1
SEMESTER 2
Course Code
BUMG1103
L
E BUMG1102
V
E BUEC1601
L BUAC1301
1
UNIR1002
L BUBS2401
E BUIS2501
V
BUAC2302
E
L UNIR2000
2 UNIR2001
L UNIR3000
E
V BUIS3501
E BUBS3401
L
3 BUMG3101
22 L
BUBS4401
E BUMK4201
V
E BULA4801
L
4 BUMG4103A
Units
Course Name
Course
Code
Units
Course Name
2
BUMK1201
2
2
BUAC1302
2
Accounting II
2
BUEC1602
2
2
1
2
2
Accounting 1
Arabic Skill
Business Law
UNIR1000
UNIR1001
BULA2505
BUFN2701
2
1
2
2
Employment Law
2
BUMG2105
2
2
2
2
Entrepreneurship
Research Methods
BUIS2502
2
BULA3801
2
Contract Law
2
Database Management
BUMG3103
2
Quality Management
2
BULA3802
2
Commercial Law
2
Operations Research
BUMG3108
2
2
BUBS4402
2
2
Strategic Marketing
BUIS4501
2
Electronic Business
2
Legal Issues Commercial Law
BULA4802
2
International Trade & Bus. Law
2
Research Project-A
BUMG4103
2
Research Project-B
Faculty of Business: Management Information System (MIS)
SEMESTER 1
L
E
V
E
L
1
Course Code
Units
Course Name
Course Code
Units
Course Name
BUMG1103
2
BUMK1201
2
BUMG1102
COMP1112
2
2
Introduction to Computing
BUAC1302
COMP1208
2
2
Accounting II
Fundamentals Of Programming
2
1
2
2
2
Accounting 1
Arabic Skill
Business Law
Introduction to Information System
UNIR1000
UNIR1001
BUIS2502
BUFN2701
BUMG2105
2
1
2
2
2
2
2
2
2
Entrepreneurship
Object Oriented Programming
Database Management
UNIR2000
2
COMP3211
COMP3209
2
2
ERP Design and Implementation
Data Mining
2
BUMG3107
2
2
System Analysis and Design
UNIR3000
2
Research Methods
2
Software Project Management
BUBS4402
2
2
BUIS4501
2
Electronic Business
2
Service Oriented Architecture
INTE4202
2
Information Security
2
Research Project-A
BUMG4103
2
Research Project-B
BUAC1301
UNIR1002
L BUBS2401
E BUIS2501
V COMP1109
E
L BUEC1601
2 UNIR2001
L COMP2108
E
BUIS3501
V
E BUBS3401
L
3 COMP2111
L COMP4102
E
V BUMG4101
E COMP3105
L
4 BUMG4103A
SEMESTER 2
Faculty of Business: Master of Business Administration (MBA)
Year
Course Code
Course Name
(All courses are compulsory)
Units
MBA-101
Managerial Economics
2
1
MBA-102
MBA-103
MBA-201
Quantitative & Research Methods
Human Resource Management
Marketing Management
2
2
2
2
MBA-202
MBA-203
MBA-301
2
2
2
1
MBA-302
MBA-501
Masters Project-A
2
2
MBA-401
2
MBA-402
MBA-502
Masters Project-B
2
2
Semester
1
2
2
23
Faculty of Business: Management Stream - Evening
Course Code
BUMG1103
BUAC1301
BUEC1601
BUMG1102
UNIR1002
L
E
V
E BUAC2302
L
1 BUBS2401
&
2
BUIS 2501
UNIR2000
L
E
V
E
L
3
&
4
24
SEMESTER 1
Course Name
Intro to Business
Management
Accounting I
Arabic Skill
Units
Course Code
SEMESTER 2
Course Name
Units
2
BUMK1201
2
2
2
2
1
BUAC1302
BUEC1602
UNIR1000
BUMG2105
2
2
2
1
2
BUIS2502
Accounting II
Communication skills
Organizational Behaviors
Management Information
System
Business Law
2
BUMG2107
Human Resource
Management
2
Computer Applications in
Business
2
BUFN2701
2
Organizational
Communications
2
UNIR1001
Oman and Islamic study
2
UNIR2001
2
2
UNIR3000
Research Methods
2
BUMG3102
BUIS3501
Database Management
Small Business
Management
2
BUMG3103
Entrepreneurship
Purchasing & Inventory
Management
Quality Management
2
BUMG3107
2
BUMG3101
BUBS4401
BUMG4101
Operations Research
2
2
2
BUMG3108
BUBS4402
BUIS4501
2
2
2
BUMG4102
Public Relations
2
BUFN4701
BUMG4103A
Research Project-A
2
BUMG4103B
Electronic Business
Management
Research Project-B
BUBS3401
2
2
2
2
Faculty of Computing & Information Technology: Computing & Multimedia
SEMESTER 1
SEMESTER 2
L
E
V
E
L
1
Course Code
Units
Course Name
Course Code
Units
Course Name
COMP1109
2
Introduction to Information Systems
COMP1208
2
COMP1112
2
COMP1212
2
Database Management Systems
COMP1114
2
Introduction To Multimedia Technology
COMP1213
2
Computer Networks I
UNIR1000
UNIR1001
COMP2000
2
1
2
Communication Skills
Computer Networks II
COMP1214
2
Discrete Mathematics
COMP2105
2
Operating Systems
2
Human Computer Interaction
COMP2208
2
Algorithms & Data Structure
2
COMP2209
2
Software Engineering
2
Systems Analysis and Design
UNIR2000
2
Organizational Communication
UNIR1002
1
Arabic Language Skills
L
E COMP2100
V
E COMP2108
L COMP2111
2
L
E
V
E
L
3
L
E
V
E
L
COMP3105
2
COMP3201
2
Computer Graphics
COMP3106
2
Computer Architecture
COMP3209
2
Data Mining
COMP3107
2
Distributed Database Design
COMP3210
2
Artificial Intelligence
2
Distributed Computing
UNIR3000
2
Research Methods
2
Specialization Project
INTE3102
COMP4000
*
*
2
COMP4000
COMP4102
2
COMP4206
2
Modelling And Visualization
COMP4105
2
Management Information Systems
COMP4209
2
E-Environment
COMP4107
2
Special Topics
INTE4202
2
Faculty of Computing & Information Technology: Computing & Web Engineering
SEMESTER 1
SEMESTER 2
Course
Code
Units
Course Name
Course
Code
Units
Course Name
COMP1109
L
E COMP1112
V
E COMP1114
L
1 UNIR1000
UNIR1001
2
COMP1208
2
2
COMP1212
2
2
COMP1213
2
Computer Networks I
2
COMP1214
2
1
COMP2000
L
E COMP2100
V
COMP2108
E
L COMP2111
2
2
COMP2105
2
Operating Systems
2
Human Computer Interaction
COMP2220
2
Web Information Systems
2
COMP2221
2
Fundamentals of E-Commerce
2
UNIR2000
2
UNIR1002
1
L
E
V
25 E
L
3
L
E
V
E
L
4
COMP3105
2
COMP3201
2
Computer Graphics
COMP3106
2
Computer Architecture
COMP3209
2
Data Mining
COMP3107
2
COMP3210
2
2
UNIR3000
2
Research Methods
2
INTE3102
COMP4000
*
*
2
COMP4000
COMP4102
2
INTE4202
2
COMP4105
2
COMP4209
2
E-Environment
COMP4107
2
Special Topics
COMP4210
2
Mobile and Wireless Networks
Faculty of Computing & Information Technology: Networking & Database
SEMESTER 1
SEMESTER 2
L
E
V
E
L
1
L
E
V
E
L
2
L
E
V
E
L
3
L
E
V
E
L
4
Course
Code
Units
Course Name
COMP1109
COMP1112
COMP1114
UNIR1000
UNIR1001
COMP2000
NEDB2101
COMP2108
COMP2111
2
2
2
2
1
2
2
2
2
Database Administration
NEDB3101
2
INTE3102
COMP3105
COMP3107
COMP4000
*
Course
Code
Units
Course Name
COMP1208
COMP1212
COMP1213
COMP1214
2
2
2
2
Computer Networks I
Switching and Routing Techniques
COMP2105
COMP2220
COMP2221
UNIR2000
UNIR1002
NEDB3201
2
2
2
2
1
2
Operating Systems
Web Information Systems
Fundamentals of E- Commerce
Advance Network Design
2
COMP3209
2
Data Mining
2
COMP3210
2
2
UNIR3000
2
Research Methods
2
*
2
COMP4000
COMP4102
2
INTE4202
2
COMP4105
2
COMP4209
2
E-Environment
COMP4107
2
Special Topics
COMP4210
2
Mobile and Wireless Networks
Faculty of Computing & Information Technology: Business Information Technology
SEMESTER 1
Course
Code
Units
BUMG1103
L
E COMP1109
V
E COMP1112
L
1 UNIR1000
UNIR1001
SEMESTER 2
Course Name
Course
Code
Units
Course Name
2
Introduction to Business
Management
BUMK1201
2
Principals of Marketing
2
COMP1208
2
2
COMP1214
2
2
BUEC1602
2
Introduction to Macroeconomics
1
2
COMP1212
2
DB Management Systems
BUMG1102
L
E BUAC1301
V
COMP2111
E
L BUBS2401
2
2
Accounting I
COMP2221
2
Fundamentals of E-Commerce
2
BUFN2703
2
2
Business Law
UNIR2000
2
UNIR1002
1
BUMG3101
2
Operations Research
BUMG3103
2
Quality Management
COMP3105
2
BUMG3107
2
Production & Operation
Management
COMP3107
2
COMP3211
2
ERP Design and Implementation
BUBS3401
2
UNIR3000
2
Research Methods
COMP4000*
2
COMP4000*
2
COMP4102
2
INTE4202
2
COMP4105
2
COMP4209
2
E-Environment
BUMG4101
2
BUBS4402
2
L
E
V
E
26 L3
L
E
V
E
L
4
Faculty of Computing & Information Technology: Master of Computer Science
Year
Semester
1
1
2
2
1
2
27
Course Code
Course Name
Units
COMP5101
Software Architecture
2
COMP5102
Advanced Computer and Network Security
2
COMP5103
Algorithms and Complexity
2
COMP5201
Compiler Design
2
COMP5202
Cloud Computing
2
COMP5203
Advanced ERP and SAP Systems
2
COMP6101
Building Mobile Applications
2
COMP6102
Soft Computing and its applications
2
COMP6103
Systems Simulation and Design
2
COMP6200A
Dissertation
2
COMP6200B
Dissertation
4
Faculty of Engineering: Mechanical & Mechatronic (Old Program Matrix)
SEMESTER 1
Course Code
Units
Course Name
Course Code
Units
ENGG1008
1
Engineering Drawing
ELEC1000
2
UNIR1000
2
MATH1100
2
Calculus & Linear Algebra
MATH1000
CHEM1020
COMP1500
2
2
2
Mathematical Foundations
General Chemistry
Introduction to Programming
ENGG1010
ENGG1020
UNIR1001
2
2
1
L
E
V
E
L
2
MECH2308
2
Strength of Materials
MECH2108
2
MECH 2118
ELEC2110
MATH2100
2
2
2
Manufacturing Processes
Instrumentation & Measurement
Calculus & Statistics
MECH2408
METR2000
UNIR2000
UNIR1002
2
2
2
1
Applied Mechanics
Physics & Engineering of Materials
Oman & Islamic Studies
Mechanical Drawing and Design
Fundamentals
Fund. of Fluid Mechanics
Fund. of Mechatronics
L
E
V
E
L
3
MECH3800
2
Non Destructive Testing &
Metrology
ELEC2004
2
Circuits, Signals & Systems
MECH3200
2
Adv. Dynamics & Vibration
MECH3308
2
MECH3408
2
MECH3508
2
ENGG3700
2
UNIR3000
2
Research Methodology
METR4900
METR3200
2
2
Heat Transfer
Numerical Analysis &
Optimisation
Thesis Project
Control System Engineering
Finite Elements &Advanced
Machine Design
Thermodynamics
METR4900
ENGG4000
2
2
Thesis Project
Renewable & Sustainable Energy
ELEC4600
2
Signal & Image Processing
MECH4960
2
Special Topics B
MECH4950
2
Special Topics A
MECH4500
2
Refrigeration & Air Conditioning
L
E
V
E
L
1
SEMESTER 2
L
E
V
E
L
4
Course Name
Introduction to Electrical
Engineering
Faculty of Engineering: Mechanical & Mechatronic (New Program Matrix)
SEMESTER 1
L
E
V
E
L
1
L
E
V
E
L
2
28
L
E
V
E
L
3
L
E
V
E
L
4
Course Code
Units
ENGG1013
1
UNIR1000
MATH1000
CHEM1020
COMP1500
MATH2100
SEMESTER 2
Course Code
Units
Course Name
ELEC1100
2
Principles of Electrical Circuits
2
2
2
2
2
Course Name
Engineering Drawing and
Computer drafting
General Chemistry
MATH1100
ENGG1010
ENGG1023
UNIR1001
METR2000
2
2
2
1
2
MECH2308
2
MECH2108
2
MECH2118
ELEC 2113
UNIR 2001
2
2
2
MECH2413
UNIR2000
UNIR1002
2
2
1
MECH3800
2
Entrepreneurship
Non-Destructive testing &
Metrology
METR3013
2
METR3200
2
Control System Engineering
MECH3313
2
Applied Mechanics
Engineering of Materials
Fundamentals of Mechatronics
Mechanical Drawing and Design
Fundamentals
Fluids Mechanics
Programmable Logic Controllers
and Automation
Advanced Machine Design & Finite
Elements
MECH3408
2
MECH3508
2
Thermodynamics
ENGG3700
2
UNIR3000
2
ENGG4801A
2
ENGG4801B
2
MECH4213
2
METR4913
2
MECH4913
2
MECH4914
2
Thesis Project
Computer Vision and Image
Processing
Design Project B
MECH4012
2
Heat Transfer
Optimization
Thesis Project
Robot Dynamics and Mechanical
Vibrations
Design Project A
Advanced Manufacturing
technology
MECH4513
2
Refrigeration & Heat Engines
Faculty of Engineering: Electrical and Computer Engineering (Old Program Matrix)
SEMESTER 1
SEMESTER 2
L
E
V
E
L
1
Course Code
Units
Course Name
Course
Code
Units
ENGG1008
1
Engineering Drawing
ELEC1000
2
UNIR1000
MATH1000
CHEM1020
COMP1500
ELEC2003
ELEC2110
2
2
2
2
2
2
General Chemistry
Electro Mechanics & Electronics
Electrical Energy conversion &
Utilization
MATH1100
ENGG1010
ENGG1020
UNIR1001
ELEC2004
COMP2101
2
2
2
1
2
2
Introduction to Electrical
Engineering
Applied Mechanics
Circuits, Signals & Systems
Introduction to digital Systems
METR2000
2
Fundamentals of Mechatronics
UNIR2000
UNIR1002
ELEC3203
COMP3300
2
1
2
2
COMS3100
2
Electrical Machines & Drives
Microprocessors & Microcontrollers
Introduction to Communication
Systems
UNIR3000
2
ENGG4801B
2
Thesis Project
ENGG4000
2
L
E
V
ELEC2300
E
L MATH2100
2
L METR3200
E ELEC3400
V
E ELEC3100
L
3 ENGG3700
L
E
V
E
L
4
2
2
2
2
2
2
2
Control Systems Engineering
Electronic Circuits
Fundamentals of Electromagnetic
Fields & Waves
Optimisation
Thesis Project
Advanced Electronics & Power
Electronics Design
ENGG4801A
2
ELEC4400
2
ELEC4600
2
Signal & Image Processing
COMS4100
2
COMP4200
2
Computer Systems Architecture
ELEC4300
2
Course Name
Advanced Digital Communication
Theory & Systems
Power Systems Analysis
Faculty of Engineering: Electrical and Computer Engineering (New Program Matrix)
SEMESTER 1
SEMESTER 2
L
E
V
E
L
1
L
E
V
E
L
2
Course Code
Units
ENGG1013
1
UNIR1000
MATH1000
CHEM1020
COMP1500
2
2
2
2
ELEC2200
2
ELEC2113
2
COMP2101
MATH2100
UNIR2001
ELEC3000
ELEC3400
2
2
2
2
2
Units
Course Name
ELEC1100
2
MATH1100
ENGG1010
ENGG1023
UNIR1001
2
2
2
1
Applied Mechanics
Engineering Materials
ELEC2013
2
Signals & Systems
ELEC2300
2
COMP2113
UNIR2000
UNIR1002
ELEC3500
COMP3300
2
2
1
2
2
COMS3100
2
UNIR3000
2
ENGG4801B
2
Thesis Project
ENGG4000
2
COMS4100
2
ELEC4500
2
Computer drafting
General Chemistry
Electrical and Electronic Circuit
Analysis
ENGG4801A
2
Introduction to Digital Systems
Entrepreneurship
Control Systems Engineering
Electronic Circuits
Fundamentals of Electromagnetic
Fields & Waves
Optimisation
Thesis Project
ELEC4300
2
Power Systems Analysis
COMP4000
2
COMP4200
2
L
E
V
E ELEC3100
L
29 3 ENGG3700
L
E
V
E
L
4
Course
Code
Course Name
2
2
Computer Vision & Image
Processing
Computer Systems Architecture
Electrical Energy Conversion &
Utilisation
Fundamentals of Computer Systems
Power Electronics
Microprocessors & Microcontrollers
Introduction to Communication
Systems
Advanced Digital Communication
Theory & Systems
Embedded Systems Design
Faculty of Engineering: Chemical Engineering (Old Program Matrix)
SEMESTER 1
SEMESTER 2
Course Code
Units
Course Name
Course Code
Units
Course Name
ENGG1008
1
Engineering Drawing
ELEC1000
2
Introduction to Electrical Engineering
UNIR1000
MATH1000
CHEM1020
COMP1500
2
2
2
2
General Chemistry
MATH1100
ENGG1010
ENGG1020
UNIR1001
2
2
2
1
Applied Mechanics
MATH2100
L
CHEM2000
E
V CHEM2001
E
L MECH 2118
2
2
2
Chemistry for Engineers
Introduction to Chemical
Engineering
CHEM2002
CHEM2056
2
2
Process Systems Analysis
Physical & Surface Chemistry
CHEM2004
2
Fundamentals of Fluid Mechanics
UNIR2000
2
UNIR1002
1
L
E
V
E
L
3
CHEM3002
2
Mass Transfer
CHEM3004
2
Unit Operations
CHEM3008
2
Chemical Process Industries
CHEM3010
2
Process Modeling and Dynamics
CHEM3000
2
CHEM3003
2
Process Engineering Thermodynamics
ENGG3700
2
UNIR3000
2
L
E
V
E
L
4
ENGG4801A
CHEM4005
2
2
Heat Transfer
Optimization
Thesis Project
Reaction Engineering
ENGG4801B
ENGG4000
2
2
Thesis Project
CHEM4004
2
Process & Control Systems
Design
CHEM4012
2
Industrial waste water and solid waste
management
CHEM4003
2
Electrochemical Engineering
CHEM4006
2
Process Design Practice
L
E
V
E
L
1
2
2
Faculty of Engineering: Chemical Engineering ( New Program Matrix)
SEMESTER 1
SEMESTER 2
Course Code
Units
ENGG1013
1
UNIR1000
MATH1000
CHEM1020
COMP1500
2
2
2
2
MATH2100
L
E CHEM2000
V CHEM2001
E
L ELEC 2113
2
UNIR 2001
2
2
L
E
V
E
L
1
L
E
V
E
30 L
3
L
E
V
E
L
4
Course Code
Units
Course Name
ELEC1100
2
MATH1100
ENGG1010
ENGG1023
UNIR1001
2
2
2
1
Applied Mechanics
CHEM2002
CHEM2056
2
2
Process Systems Analysis
Physical & Surface Chemistry
CHEM2004
2
Fundamentals of Fluid Mechanics
2
Chemistry for Engineers
Introduction to Chemical
Engineering
UNIR2000
2
2
Entrepreneurship
UNIR1002
1
CHEM3011
2
Separation Processes -I
CHEM3012
2
Separation Processes -II
CHEM3008
2
Chemical Process Industries
CHEM3010
2
Process Modeling and Dynamics
CHEM3000
2
CHEM3003
2
Process Engineering Thermodynamics
ENGG3700
2
UNIR3000
2
ENGG4801A
CHEM4005
2
2
ENGG4801B
ENGG4000
2
2
CHEM4004
2
Heat Transfer
Optimization
Thesis Project
Reaction Engineering
Process & Control Systems
Design
CHEM4012
2
Thesis Project
Industrial waste water and solid waste
management
CHEM4003
2
CHEM4006
2
2
Course Name
Computer drafting
General Chemistry
Electrochemical Engineering
Process Design Practice
Faculty of Engineering: Civil Engineering (Old Program Matrix)
SEMESTER 1
L
E
V
E
L
1
L
E
V
E
L
2
L
E
V
E
L
3
L
E
V
E
L
4
SEMESTER 2
Course Code
Units
Course Name
Course Code
Units
Course Name
ENGG 1008
1
Engineering Drawing
ELEC1000
2
Introduction to Electrical Engineering
MATH1000
CHEM1020
COMP1500
UNIR 1000
MECH2308
2
2
2
2
2
General Chemistry
MATH1100
ENGG1010
ENGG1020
UNIR 1001
MECH2408
2
2
2
1
2
MATH2100
2
CIVIL2210
2
Applied Mechanics
Oman and Islamic Studies
Fundamental of Fluid Mechanics
Fundamentals of Engineering Geology &
Soil Mechanics
CIVIL2610
2
CIVIL2110
2
Catchment Hydrology
CIVIL2710
2
UNIR2000
UNIR1002
2
1
ENGG3700
2
CIVIL3370
2
CIVIL3340
MECH3408
CIVIL3360
2
2
2
Numerical Analyses &
Optimization
Structural Analysis
Heat Transfer
Structural Steel Design
CIVIL3220
CIVIL3120
UNIR3000
2
2
2
CIVIL4511
2
Civil Engineering Design
ENGG4400
2
CIVIL4810
2
Project Management
CHEM4012
2
CIVIL4130
ENGG4801
2
2
Water Resources Engineering
Thesis Project
CIVIL4320
ENGG4801
2
2
Arabic Skills
Reinforced Concrete Structures &
Concrete Technology
Geotechnical Engineering
Civil Engineering Hydraulics
Renewable Energy & Energy
Management
Industrial Wastewater & Solid Waste
Management
Transportation Engineering
Thesis Project
Intro to Civil Engineering &
Environmental Issues
Surveying
Faculty of Engineering: Civil Engineering (New Program Matrix)
SEMESTER 1
Course Code
Units
L
E
V
E
L
1
ENGG1013
1
MATH1000
CHEM1020
COMP1500
UNIR 1000
CIVE2310
L
E
V
E
L
2
L
E
V
E
L
3
31 L
E
V
E
L
4
SEMESTER 2
Course Code
Units
Course Name
ELEC1100
2
2
2
2
2
2
Course Name
Computer Drafting
General Chemistry
MATH1100
ENGG1010
ENGG1023
UNIR 1001
CIVE2120
2
2
2
1
2
MATH2100
2
CIVE2210
2
CIVE2610
2
CIVE2320
2
CIVE2710
UNIR2001A
B
2
UNIR2000
2
Applied Mechanics
Oman and Islamic Studies
Fundamental of Fluid Mechanics
Fundamentals of Engineering Geology &
Soil Mechanics
Introduction to Structural Analyses and
Design
UNIR1002
1
Arabic Skills
ENGG3700
2
CIVE3340
CIVE3110
CIVE3360
CIVE3350
2
Design of Reinforced Concrete Structures
2
2
2
Intro to Civil Engineering &
Environmental Issues
Surveying
Entrepreneurship part A and
B
Numerical Analyses &
Optimization
Structural Analysis
Hydrology
Structural Steel Design
CIVE3410
CIVE3220
UNIR3000
2
2
2
Traffic and Transportation Engineering
Geotechnical Engineering
CIVE4510A
2
CIVIE4510B
2
CIVE4130
2
Water Resources Engineering
CIVE4140
2
Waste Treatment Processes
CIVE4810
ENGG4801A
2
2
Project Management
Thesis Project
CIVE4420
ENGG4801B
2
2
Highway Engineering and Road Safety
Thesis Project
2
‫‪Faculty of Law‬‬
‫‪SEMESTER 1‬‬
‫‪SEMESTER 2‬‬
‫‪Course Name‬‬
‫‪Units‬‬
‫‪Course‬‬
‫‪Code‬‬
‫‪Course Name‬‬
‫‪Units‬‬
‫‪Course‬‬
‫‪Code‬‬
‫مقدمة في الفقه االسالمي‬
‫‪2‬‬
‫‪LAWS1214‬‬
‫مدخل لدراسة القانون‬
‫‪2‬‬
‫‪LAWS1111‬‬
‫حقوق االنسان‬
‫‪2‬‬
‫‪LAWS1215‬‬
‫عمان والثقافة االسالمية‬
‫‪1‬‬
‫‪UNIR1001‬‬
‫مبادئ نظم سياسية ودستورية‬
‫‪2‬‬
‫‪LAWS1216‬‬
‫علم االجرام والعقاب‬
‫‪2‬‬
‫‪LAWS1113‬‬
‫مهارات لغه عربية‬
‫‪1‬‬
‫‪UNIR1002‬‬
‫أحكام االلتزام واالثبات‬
‫‪2‬‬
‫‪LAWS2227‬‬
‫مصادر االلتزام‬
‫‪2‬‬
‫‪LAWS2126‬‬
‫قانون الشركات‬
‫‪2‬‬
‫‪LAWS2232‬‬
‫أصول الكتابة القانونية والبحث القانوني‬
‫‪2‬‬
‫‪LAWS2112‬‬
‫القانون االداري‬
‫‪2‬‬
‫‪LAWS2225‬‬
‫القانون الجزائي (‪(1‬‬
‫‪2‬‬
‫‪LAWS2128‬‬
‫ريادة االعمال‬
‫‪2‬‬
‫‪UNIR2002‬‬
‫‪L‬‬
‫‪E‬‬
‫‪V‬‬
‫‪E‬‬
‫‪L‬‬
‫‪2‬‬
‫القانون الدولي الخاص‬
‫‪2‬‬
‫‪LAWS3230‬‬
‫قانون المرافعات المدنية والتجارية‬
‫‪2‬‬
‫‪LAWS3126‬‬
‫القانون الجزائي (‪(2‬‬
‫‪2‬‬
‫‪LAWS3233‬‬
‫قانون العمل‬
‫‪2‬‬
‫‪LAWS3127‬‬
‫مادة اختيارية‬
‫‪2‬‬
‫القانون الدولي العام‬
‫‪2‬‬
‫‪LAWS3128‬‬
‫القضاء االداري‬
‫‪2‬‬
‫‪LAWS3248‬‬
‫أحوال شخصية (‪(1‬‬
‫‪2‬‬
‫‪LAWS3120‬‬
‫‪L‬‬
‫‪E‬‬
‫‪V‬‬
‫‪E‬‬
‫‪L‬‬
‫قانون االجراءات الجزائية‬
‫‪2‬‬
‫‪LAWS4237‬‬
‫العمليات البنكية والتداول في البورصه‬
‫‪2‬‬
‫‪LAWS4129‬‬
‫مادة التدريب العملي ألعمال المحاماة‬
‫‪4‬‬
‫‪LAWS4238‬‬
‫الحقوق العينية‬
‫‪2‬‬
‫‪LAWS4140‬‬
‫أحوال شخصية (‪(2‬‬
‫‪2‬‬
‫‪LAWS4239‬‬
‫محاكمات افتراضية‬
‫‪4‬‬
‫‪LAWS4135‬‬
‫مادة اختيارية‬
‫‪2‬‬
‫المسؤولية المهنية واألخالقيه لمهنة المحاماة‬
‫‪2‬‬
‫‪LAWS4136‬‬
‫‪L‬‬
‫‪E‬‬
‫‪V‬‬
‫‪E‬‬
‫‪L‬‬
‫‪Part Four: Academic Program Information‬‬
‫العقود المسماة‬
‫‪2‬‬
‫‪LAWS2229‬‬
‫القانون التجاري‬
‫‪2‬‬
‫‪LAWS2118‬‬
‫‪L‬‬
‫‪E‬‬
‫‪V‬‬
‫‪E‬‬
‫‪L‬‬
‫‪1‬‬
‫‪32‬‬
General Foundation Program
Semester 1 and Semester 2 and Summer School
LEVEL1
LEVEL2
LEVEL3
MATH
IC3
33
Course Code
ELEM
PREINT
INT
SET 1
SET 2
SET 3
IC3 M1
IC3 M2
Pre-Request
Pre-requisite for Level 2
Pre-requisite for Level 3
Pre-requisite for Faculty courses
Pre-requisite for Set 2/3
Pre-requisite for appropriate faculty
Pre-requisite for appropriate faculty
Pre-requisite for IC3 M2
Pre-requisite for faculty
Course Name
English Elementary*
English Pre-Intermediate
English Intermediate
Basic Mathematics
Applied Mathematics
Pure Mathematics
Key Applications
Computing Fundamentals
Faculty of Language Studies: English Language and Translation
SEMESTER 1
L
E
V
E
L
1
L
E
V
E
L
2
L
E
V
E
L
3
L
E
V
E
L
4
Course
Code
Units
ENGL1111
SEMESTER 2
Course Name
Course
Code
Units
Course Name
2
English for Academic Purposes
UNIH2000
2
English for Organizational
Communication
UNIH1000
2
English for Business Communication
ENGL1211
2
English for Culture and Tourism
ENGL1112
2
Using Media in English
ENGL1212
2
English for International Institutions
ENGL1113
2
Translation I
ENGL1213
2
Translation II
UNIR1001
1
UNIR1002
1
Academic Arabic Skills
ENGL2111
2
English for Technology and the
Environment
TRAN2211
OR
ENGL2221
2
OR
Translation III: Media Translation
English for Health Sciences
ENGL2112
2
Contemporary Events in English
ENGL2212
2
English through Literature
LING2113
2
Linguistics (A):
Phonetics and Phonology
LING2213
2
Linguistics (B):
Morphology and Lexical Semantics
WRIT2114
2
Academic Writing & Research I
WRIT2214
2
Academic Writing & Research II
UNIR2001
2
Entrepreneurship
TRAN3111
2
Literary Translation
TRAN3211
2
Technical Translation
ENGL3112
2
Anglophone Literature
LING3212
2
Introduction to Terminology and
Lexicography
LING3113
2
Linguistics (C): Sentence structure
LING3213
2
Linguistics (D): Sociolinguistics
ARAB3114
2
Arabic in Use I
LING3214
2
Linguistics (E): Pragmatics
TRAN4111
2
Business Translation
TRAN4211
2
Legal Translation
ENGL4112
1
Introduction to Law & International
Relations
TRAN4212
2
Introduction to Interpreting
ENGL4113
1
ARAB4114
2
Arabic in Use II
TRAN4213
2
TRAN4214
2
Project/Practicum
TRAN4115
2
Introduction to Economics & Business
Studies
Translation:
Theoretical and Workplace Issues
Documentary Research and
Translation Tools
Faculty of Language Studies: English Language Studies
SEMESTER 1
L
E
V
E
L
1
34 L
E
V
E
L
2
Course
Code
Units
ENGL1111
SEMESTER 2
Course Name
Course
Code
Units
Course Name
2
English for Academic Purposes
UNIH2000
2
UNIH1000
2
English for Business
Communication
English for Organizational
Communication
ENGL1211
2
English for Culture and Tourism
ENGL1112
2
Using Media in English
ENGL1212
2
English for International Institutions
ENGL1113
2
Translation I
ENGL1213
2
Translation II
UNIR1001
1
UNIR1002
1
Academic Arabic Skills
English for Technology and the
Environment
TRAN2211
OR
ENGL2221
2
OR
ENGL2212
2
English through Literature
LING2213
2
Linguistics (B):
Morphology and Lexical Semantics
WRIT2214
2
Academic Writing & Research II
UNIR2001
2
Entrepreneurship
ENGL2111
2
ENGL2112
2
LING2113
2
WRIT2114
2
Contemporary Events in English
Linguistics (A):
Phonetics and Phonology
Academic Writing & Research I
Translation III: Media Translation
English for Health Sciences
Faculty of Language Studies: Cont’d: English Language Studies
SEMESTER 1
L
E
V
E
L
3
L
E
V
E
L
4
Course
Code
ENGL3111
SEMESTER 2
Units
Course Name
2
English in the Workplace I
Course
Code
LING3211
ENGL3112
2
Anglophone Literature
LING3113
2
COMM3114
Units
Course Name
2
English in the Workplace II
COMM3212
2
Spoken English Communication II
Linguistics (C): Sentence structure
LING3213
2
Linguistics (D): Sociolinguistics
2
Spoken English Communication I
LING3214
2
Linguistics (E): Pragmatics
WRIT4111
2
Professional Writing I
WRIT4211
2
Professional Writing II
COMM4112
2
Rhetoric and Communication
ENGL4212
2
Methods of Teaching English
LING4113
2
Language Acquisition and Learning
COMM4213
2
English Language and the Media
WRIT4114
2
The Grammar of Writing
ENGL4214
2
English Language Through Stories
Faculty of Language Studies: Master TESOL
SEMESTER 1
SEMESTER 2
Y
E
A
R
1
Y
E
A
R
2
35
Course
Code
TESOL5113
(Core)
TESOL5114
(Core)
Course
Code
TESOL5215
(Core)
Units
Course Name
2
TESOL Methods and Approaches
2
Theoretical and Practical Issues in
EAP and ESP
TESOL5216
(Core)
Linguistics for Language
Instruction
OR
Second Language Acquisition
TESOL5111
(Elective)
OR
TESOL5112
(Elective)
2
THSS6111
(Core)
2
THSS6112
(Core)
4
Thesis A:
Development
Thesis B:
Classroom Research Proposal
Design and Writing
Units
Course Name
2
Language Testing and Assessment
2
Curriculum Design and Evaluation
TESOL5217
(Elective)
OR
TESOL5218
(Elective)
OR
TESOL5219
(Elective)
2
Language Teaching Technologies
OR
Teaching English to Young Learners
OR
Practicum: Implementation and
Evaluation
THSS6211
(Core)
6
Thesis C
Faculty of Education & Arts: Bachelor of Arabic Language Literature (Old Program Matrix)
SEMESTER 1
SEMESTER 2
L
E
V
E
L
1
L
E
V
E
L
2
L
E
V
E
L
3
L
E
V
E
L
4
Course
Code
Units Course Name
ENGH1101
ARBL1101
ARBL1102
0.5
1.5
1.5
ARBA1202
1.5
ARBA2210
1.5
English Language (1)
Syntax (1)
Morphology & Its Application (1)
The Arts Of Writing Composition
& Edition
Prosody And Rhymes
ARBA1206
1.5
Omani Literature (1)
COMH1104
ENGH1102
CVLC1301
ARBL2108
ARBL2109
1
0.5
0.5
1.5
1.5
ARBL2113
1.5
ARBA2211
ENGH2103
ARBL3114
ARBL3117
ARBL3118
ARBA3222
ARBA3223
1.5
0.5
1.5
1
1.5
1.5
1.5
ARBL4121
ARBL4123
ARBA4231
ARBA4232
ARBA4234
1.5
1
1.5
1.5
1.5
ARBA4235
1.5
ARBL4124
1.5
Introduction To Computers (2)
Islamic Culture
Syntax (3)
Eloquence And Syntax Of Quran
Interpret
Islamic And Umayyad Poetry
Syntax Applications (1)
Linguistics (1)
Grammar Schools
Old Literary Book
Abbasside Poetry (2)
Linguistics (2)
Andalusia Literature
Modern Poetry
Modern Literacy Criticism
Literature Of The Consecutive
Ages
Old Linguistics Book
Course
Code
COMH1103
ARBL1104
ARBL1105
Units Course Name
1
1.5
1.5
Introduction To Computers(1)
Syntax (2)
ARBA1204
1.5
Pre – Islamic (Jahili) Poetry
ARBA2216
1.5
ARBA1208
1.5
ARBA1209
ARBL2111
ARBL2112
ARBA1207
ARBA3225
ARBA2212
1.5
1.5
1.5
1.5
1.5
1.5
Rhetoric (Meaning)
Foundation Of Ling. & Literary
Research
Analysis Of Literate Texts
Syntax (4)
Philology
Rhetoric (Eloquence & Bad’i)
Old Literacy Criticism
Abbasside Poetry (1)
ARBA1211
1
ENGH2104
PSYC1201
ARBL3119
ARBA3224
HIST1101
ARBA2214
ARBA3226
0.5
1.5
1.5
1.5
0.5
1.5
1.5
SHAR2203
1.5
ARBA4236
ARBA4238
ARBL4127
ARBA1201
PRGN2113
1.5
1.5
1.5
1
1
General Psychology
Omani Literature (2)
Oman Through History
Old Prose
Practical Arabic Language Skills
Elective
General Aims Of Islamic
Legislation
Studies In Comparative Literature
Modern Prose
Arabic Lexicon's
Literary & Linguistic Resources
Elective
Islamic Manners
SHAR2206
1.5
Islamic Systems
ARBL4128 1.5
ARBL 4129 1.5
Symantec
Phonetics
Elective
Elective
Faculty of Education & Arts: Bachelor of Arabic Language Literature (New Program Matrix)
SEMESTER 1
SEMESTER 2
36
L
E
V
E
L
1
L
E
V
E
L
2
Course
Code
ENGH1200
2
English language skills
Course
Code
UNIR 1001
1
ARBN 1201 2
Syntax (2)
ARBN 1101 2
Syntax (1)
ARBN 1202 2
Pre – Islamic (Jahili) literature
ARBN 1102 2
Morphology (1)
ARBN 1203 2
Foundation Of Ling. & Literary Research
ARBN 1103 2
The art of writing and expression
COMH1110 2
Computer skills
HIST 2222
The History of Arab Sciences
Lexicon's & Literary and
Linguistic Resources
ARBN 2401 2
Morphology (2)
ARBN 2402 2
Prosody And Rhymes
ARBN 2302 2
Analysis Of Literate Texts
ARBN 2403 2
Syntax (3)
ARBN 2303 2
Islamic And Umayyad literature
ARBN 2404 2
Abbasid Literature
UNIR 1002
Units Course Name
2
ARBN 2301 2
Units Course Name
1
Oman And Islamic Culture
Faculty of Education & Arts: Bachelor of Arabic Language Literature (Old Program Matrix)
SEMESTER 1
SEMESTER 2
L
E
V
E
L
3
L
E
V
E
L
4
Course
Units Course Name
Code
ARBN 3501 2
Symantec
Course
Units Course Name
Code
ARBN 3601 2
Philology
ARBN 3502 2
Syntax (4)
ARBN 3602 2
Eloquence And Syntax Of Quran Interpret
ARBN 3503 2
Omani Literature
ARBN 3603 2
Rhetoric
ARBN 3504 2
Old Literacy Criticism
ARBN 3604 2
Modern Poetry
UNIR2002
Entrepreneurship
2
ARBN 4701 2
Linguistics
ARBN 4801 2
Grammatical applications
ARBN 4702 2
Old Literary Books
ARBN 4802 2
Modern Literacy Criticism
ARBN4703
Studies in the Andalusia
Literature & Consecutive Ages
Literature
ARBN 4803 2
Studies In Comparative Literature
Studies in the Arab narrative old
ARBN 4804 2
Modern Prose
2
ARBN 4704 2
Faculty of Education & Arts: BACHELOR OF PHYSICAL EDUCATION (Old Program Matrix)
SEMESTER 1
Course
Code
PHHL1101
PHBA1202
L
E
V
E
L
1
L
E
V
E
L
2
L
E
V
E
L
3
37 LE
V
E
L
4
SEMESTER 2
Units Course Name
Course Code Units Course Name
1.5
1.5
Anatomy
Physical Fitness
PHBA1201
PHHL1102
1.5
1.5
1.5
English Language
PHHL1103
1.5
COMH1101 1.5
ARAB1211 1.5
Introduction to Computer
PHBA1204
ADMN1101
1.5
1.5
PHBA2206
Introduction to Physical activities
PSYC2202
1.5
PHAC2302
PHHL2105
PHBA2205
PHAC2303
EDUC2310
PHAC3306
1.5
1.5
1.5
1.5
1.5
1.5
History of Physical Education
Sport Hygiene
Special needs in physical educaElective
tion
Motor skills learning
Foundation of Education
Development Psychology and Mental
Health
Small games
Physical activity physiology
Sport training principles
Exercise and Gymnasium
Methods of Teaching physical Ed.
Football
PHHL3106
1.5
Biochemistry and Nutrition
CVLC1303
1.5
Oman & Islamic Civilization
PHBA2208
1.5
Rhythms and Motor Organization
PHAC3307
PHBA3209
1.5
1.5
Swimming
Sport Psychology
EDUC3326
1.5
Practicum 2
PHHL4107
1.5
Sport Injuries and Treatment
PHBA3210
1
Sport Infr-Structure
PHHL4108
1.5
Physical Shape and entertainment
EDUC4342
PHAC4310
PHAC4311
PHAC4312
2.5
1.5
1.5
1.5
Practicum 4
Taekwondo
Judo
Bow and arrow shooting
ENGH1105
1.5
PHAC1301
PHBA1203
PHAC3308
PHHL2104
1.5
1.5
1.5
1.5
EDUC2302
1.5
EDUC1301
1.5
PHBA2207
1.5
PHAC3309
PHAC3305
1.5
1.5
PSYC3205
1.5
EDUC3318
PSYC2203
EDUC4334
1.5
1.5
2.5
PSYC3204
1.5
PHAC2304
PHHL4109
1.5
1.5
Athletics
Sport Media
Volley ball
Kinesiology
Curricula and General Teaching
Methods
Instructional Technology
Management and Organization in
physical Education
Hand ball
Basketball
Research Methods and Statistical
Analysis
Practicum 1
Educational Psychology
Practicum 3
Psychological Measurements &
Educational Evaluation
Racket games
Biomechanics
Elective
Faculty of Education & Arts: BACHELOR OF PHYSICAL EDUCATION (New Program Matrix)
SEMESTER 1
SEMESTER 2
L
E
V
E
L
1
Course
Code
Units Course Name
PHED 1101
2
Anatomy and Physical Shape
PHED 1201
2
PHED1103
2
Physical Fitness & mini games
PHED1206
2
Introduction to Physical Activities and
sporting facilities
Special Topics ( Group B)
PHED 1205
2
Physical activity physiology
ENGH1200
2
English Language
PHED1102
2
UNIR 1002
1
Computer skills
History and foundation of
physical education
L
E
V
E
L
2
PHED 2101
2
Athletics
PHED 2201
2
Sport training principles
PHED 2102
2
Sport Media
PHED 2202
2
Gymnastic and Exercise
PHED 2103
2
Volley ball
PHED 2203
2
Football
UNIR1001
1
Oman & Islamic Culture
PHED 2204
2
Biochemistry and Nutrition
EDUC2100
2
L
E
V
E
L
3
PHED 3101
2
PHED 3201
2
Racket games
PHED 3102
2
Instructional Design
Management and Organization in
physical Education
Handball
PHED 3202
2
Basketball
EDUC3100
2
2
Practicum 1
PSYC3101
2
Methods of Teaching physical Ed. EDUC3200
Implication of Educational
PHED 3203
Psychology
UNIR2002
Research methodology and
PHED 4201
Statistical analyzes
Sport Injuries and Treatment
PHED 4202
2
Sport Psychology
2
Entrepreneurship
2
Swimming
L
E
V
E
L
4
COMH1110 2
PSYC4101
2
PHED 4102
2
EDUC4100
2
PSYC4102
2
Practicum 2
Evaluation & Measurements in
physical activity
2
Movement Science
EDUC4200
2
Practicum 3
PHED4206
2
Special Topics ( Group B)
Faculty of Education & Arts: Teacher Preparation
SEMESTER 1
SEMESTER 2
L
E
V
E
L
1
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Course
Code
Units Course Name
EDUC 099
1.5
EDUC 100
1.5
EDUC 140
1.5
EDUC 140A
1.5
EDUC 140S
1.5
EDUC 140M 1.5
EDUC 600
1.5
PSYC 210
1
Course
Type
Course
Code
Units Course Name
EDUC 101
1.5
EDUC 102
1.5
EDUC 103
1.5
EDUC 104
1.5
EDUC 105
1.5
Practicum (1) Math
Mathematics EDUC 106
1.5
Foundations Of
Education
Educational
Psychology
Common
EDUC 107
1.5
EDUC 150
2
EDUC 150A
2
EDUC 150S
2
Instructional
Technology
Common
Educational Teaching
Using IT
Islamic
Practicum (1) Islamic
Major
Arabic
Practicum (1) Arabic
Major
Science
Practicum (1) Science
Major
EDUC 150M 2
EDUC 700
1.5
PSYC 220
1.5
PSYC 240
1.5
Methods Of Teaching
Islamic Studies
Methods Of Teaching
Arabic Language
Methods Of Teaching
Social Studies
Methods Of Teaching
Science
Methods Of Teaching
Mathematics
Methods Of Teaching
Computers
Methods Of Teaching
English Language
Practicum (2) - Islamic
Studies
Practicum (2) - Arabic
Language
Practicum (2) - Science
Practicum (2) Mathematics
School Administration
Research Methods And
Statistical Analysis
Development Psychology
And Mental Health
Course
Type
In major
Common
Faculty of Education & Arts: Master in foundation and education administration (Old Program Matrix)
Compulsory Courses
Course Code
Units
Course Name
7030304
1.5
Inferential Statistics
7030305
1.5
Research Design for Curriculum
7030306
1.5
Educational Supervision
7030307
1.5
Educational Policies
7030308
1.5
Educational Administration
7030309
1.5
Social & Philosophical Foundation of Education
7030310
Elective Courses
Course Code
7030311
7030312
7030313
7030314
7030315
7030316
7030317
7030318
7030319
1.5
Readings in Educational Administration
Units
1.5
1.5
1.5
1.5
1.5
1.5
1.5
1.5
1.5
Course Name
Advanced Programming in the computer
Organizational & Administrational Behavior
Education and Development
Educational Ideology
Educational Economy
Health and safety in Educational Institutions
Vocational guidance
Quality Assurance in the Educational Institution
Educational Leadership
Faculty of Education & Arts: Master in Curricula & Teaching Methods General(Old Program Matrix)
Compulsory Courses
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Course Code
Units
Course Name
07030100
1.5
Instructional Theories
07030101
1.5
Inferential Statistics for Curriculum
07030102
1.5
07030103
1.5
Specialization Advanced Teaching Methods
07030104
1.5
Planning, developing and evaluating Curriculum
07030105
1.5
Specialization Seminar in Methods of Teaching
07030108
Elective Courses
Course Code
07030106
07030109
07030110
07030118
07030126
07030134
07030142
07030150
1.5
English Readings in Curriculum & Methods of Teaching
Units
1.5
1.5
1.5
1.5
1.5
1.5
1.5
1.5
Course Name
Education technology applications in school curricula
Teaching Design
Specialism Special Topics and Issues in teaching methods
Specialism Learning difficulties and Problems
Analysis of Classroom Teaching Behavior
Analytical studies in the curriculum
Contemporary trends in curriculum
Faculty of Education & Arts: Master in Curricula & Teaching Methods Arabic Language
(Old Program Matrix)
Compulsory Courses
Course Code
Units
Course Name
07030100
1.5
07030101
1.5
07030102
1.5
Faculty of Education & Arts: Cont’d: Master in Curricula & Teaching Methods Arabic Language
(Old Program Matrix)
Compulsory Courses
Course Code
Units
Course Name
07030154
1.5
Arabic Language teaching Methods (Advanced Level)
07030104
1.5
07030161
1.5
Seminar in Arabic language teaching Methods
07030108
1.5
Elective Courses
Course Code
07030106
07030109
07030168
07030127
07030126
07030134
07030142
07030150
Units
1.5
1.5
1.5
1.5
1.5
1.5
1.5
1.5
Course Name
Teaching Design
Special Topics and Issues in Arabic language teaching Methods
Problems and learning difficulties in Arabic Language
Faculty of Education & Arts: Master in Curricula & Teaching Methods Science (Old Program Matrix)
Compulsory Courses
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Course Code
Units
Course Name
7030100
1.5
7030101
1.5
7030102
1.5
07030152
1.5
Science Teaching Methods (Advanced Level)
7030104
1.5
07030159
1.5
Seminar in science teaching Methods
07030108
1.5
Elective Courses
Course Code
07030106
07030109
07030168
07030173
07030126
07030134
07030142
07030150
Units
1.5
1.5
1.5
1.5
1.5
1.5
1.5
1.5
Course Name
Teaching Design
Special Topics and Issues in science teaching Methods
Problems and learning difficulties in science
Faculty of Education & Arts: Master of Education in Curricula & Teaching Methods:
(General, Arabic, Islamic, Science, Math, Social Sciences) (New Program Matrix)
SEMESTER 1
Course
Code
Units Course Name
L MEDU5101 2
E
V
Advanced Teaching Methods in
*
2
specialization
E
L
Quantitative Research Methods
1 MEDU5102 2
L
Educational Readings in English
E MEDU6102 2
Language
V
Statistics
E MEDU6101 2
L
Thesis Proposal
2 MEDU6100 2
*Advanced Teaching Methods in specialization
Course Code
Course Name
SEMESTER 2
Course
Code
Units Course Name
MEDU5201 2
Qualitative Research Methods
MEDU5203 2
MEDU5202
2
***
2
Elective course
***
2
Elective course
MEDU6200 2
thesis
** Elective courses
Course Code
Course Name
MCUG5101
Advanced Teaching Methods in curriculum MCUG5001
MCUS5101
Advanced Teaching Methods of Science
MCUG5002
Teaching Design
MCUA5101
Advanced Teaching Methods of Arabic
Advanced Teaching Methods of Islamic
Studies
Advanced Teaching Methods of Math
Advanced Teaching Methods of Social
Science
MCUG5003
Analysis of Classroom Teaching Behaviour
MCUG5004
Curriculum Problems and Learning difficulties
MCUI5101
MCUM5101
MCSS5101
Faculty of Education & Arts: Master of Education in Foundation & Education Administration
(New Program Matrix)
SEMESTER 1
SEMESTER 2
L
MADM5101
E
V
E MADM5102
L
1 MEDU5102
L
E MEDU6102
V
E MEDU6101
L
MADM6100
2
** Elective courses
Course Code
41MADM5001
Course
Code
Units Course Name
2
Social & Philosophical Foundation
MEDU5201
of Education
2
Qualitative Research Methods
2
Educational Policies and its
Applications
MEDU5202
2
2
Quantitative Research Methods
MADM5201 2
Educational Leadership
2
Educational Readings in English
Language
**
2
Elective
2
Statistics
**
2
Elective
2
Thesis Proposal
MADM6200 2
Course Name
Organization Behavior
MADM5002
Vocational guidance
MADM5003
Quality Assurance in the Educational Institution
MADM5004
Educational Economy
thesis
Part Five: Progression
and Assessment
Part Five: Progression and Assessment
Progression
To progress from the General Foundation Program (GFP) into Faculty programs, a student must have
completed and earned at least a pass level in the English component.
If the English component is completed but the GFP components of Mathematics and/or IT have not been
completed at pass level, then such a student is eligible for a maximum 100% load in the Level 1 program
(first re-taking any missing GFP course and then taking courses for which the missing GFP components are
not prerequisites). A student will not progress into Level 2 until all GFP components have been passed. A
student must enrol in unfinished GFP components at the first opportunity.
A student who has not fully completed the Diploma will be allowed to progress and register for further
courses in Advanced Diploma, providing the following criteria are satisfied:
 The student has passed at least 75% of the Units of the Diploma and has a GPA greater than or equal
to 2.0
 The student satisfies any other requirements of the award such as prerequisites
 Exceptionally the student may progress to Advanced Diploma with a GPA of 1.8 or more, but less
than 2.0. Any such student will be counselled on the difficulty of improving their cumulative GPA to
be higher than 2 so that graduation with the Advanced Diploma, or progression to the Batchelor
degree, is possible. Note that this exception is under review, and may be changed
To progress to Bachelor level (Level 4), the student must complete the Advanced Diploma with a
cumulative GPA greater than or equal to 2.00.
Based on guidance from the Ministry of Higher Education, the student graduating with Diploma or
Advanced Diploma may not then register for Bachelor within one academic year of graduation.
Assessment Regulations
Responsibilities of Students
Students must manage their family responsibilities, work schedules, travel arrangements and any other responsibilities so that they can attend classes, study and master learning objectives, complete
assignments and attend examinations. If a student’s priorities do not allow adequate time and effort for their university program, then the student must either reduce their outside load or reduce the number of courses attempted in a semester.
Students must pay their fees and officially register for all of their courses before the dates specified in the
Academic Calendar. If a student fails to do so, then they may be barred from attending classes and being
assessed. All students must:
 attend and participate in all lectures, tutorials, practical’s, laboratories and other teaching activities as
specified in the course profile- attendance will be recorded
 be aware of and comply with all University, faculty, program and course assessment requirements
 be available for assessment at times specified by the University for both on-course assessments and
examinations
 present their work as required by the assessment specifications
 use fair and honest means in completing all assessment
 submit only their own work, unless the assessment item calls for a group effort
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 ensure submitted work has not previously been submitted for credit in another course or program
 ensure the submitted work is legible and comprehensible
 provide, in a timely manner, and before the assignment is due, details and evidence of any special
circumstances which may affect their work
Students are responsible for accessing their official course results via the University website, after the
published release date for each semester. Staff are instructed not to release examination marks to students.
If a student has questions or problems with assessment then they must seek answers and solutions in a
timely manner.
General Assessment Procedures
The composition and format of the overall assessment of each course is vetted and approved by the Faculty
Board. This includes:
 types of assessment – quizzes, assignments, presentations, etc. as well as the final exam
 the relative weights given to assessment components
 coursework assessments will be between 40 and 60% of the total course assessment, with possible
exceptions for “project” courses
 the final exam will cover the whole of the course and be 40 to 60% of total course assessment, with
possible exceptions for “project” courses
Details of assessment for each course, including the scheduling of assessment, will be provided to students
within the Course Profile in the first week of classes, and will be available on the Sohar University Learning
Management System (SULMS).
The weight (% of final marks) of each assessment item will be specified. For each individual assessment,
the specific requirements and criteria for marking and grading will be stated. This includes the learning
outcomes that are to be assessed. There will be sufficient assessment early enough in the semester so that
the student can alter his/her study behaviour to improve the likelihood of success.
The Course Coordinator will keep a close watch on assessment results during the term. He/she will calibrate
the setting and grading of each assessment task so that it tests both the learning outcomes and the full range
of student abilities. Students are judged by how well they satisfy the learning outcomes of the course, not by
how they perform relative to their peers.
On-Course Assessment
Coursework assessment will normally be returned to students with feedback within two weeks. Feedback to
students, indicating errors, highlighting areas for improvement and showing how this may be achieved, is
essential for learning. A copy of the official record of marks will be made available to students (identified
by student ID number, not by student name) after the return of each major piece of assessment, both as an
accuracy check and so that a student can monitor his/her level of performance during the semester.
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Examinations: Instructions for Students
 Students must follow all instructions from the supervisors
 At the beginning of the exam, academic staff, normally those teaching the course, will be in
attendance in order to consider queries from students. There should be very few legitimate queries,
as the instructions on the examination paper and the examination questions themselves should be
clear and unambiguous. Academic staff will provide additional explanation in response to queries
only if the instructions or examination questions are unclear
 Students enter the examination room only after being instructed to do so by the supervisors. This will
be normally at least 15 minutes before the start of the examination so that preliminary activities can
be completed
 Students will sit where instructed by the supervisors
 Normally, the following materials and equipment are classed as Standard Materials and are allowed
in the student’s possession during an exam: wristwatch, pens, pencils, sharpener, eraser, ruler and a
non-scientific, non-programmable calculator that has no data storage
 If there are any Permissible Materials (materials in addition to the Standard Materials) which a
student may have in a specific examination (e.g. drawing instruments, written material, scientific
calculators, etc.), they will be listed on the front page of the exam paper. Also, students will be
notified of any Permissible Materials during class before the end of the scheduled lectures. Only
Standard and Permissible Material may be in the student’s possession or at his/her desk during the
exam
 Any other material or equipment that is not Standard or Permissible Material is Unauthorised
Material (e.g. mobile phones, electronic dictionaries, MP3 players, study notes, etc.). Unauthorised
Material must not be in the possession of the student or at his/her desk during an exam. If these are
brought to the examination room, then they must be left in a designated area of the examination room
at the owner’s risk. If Unauthorised Material is discovered in a student’s possession or at his/her desk
during the exam, the student will be charged with academic misconduct, whether the material has
been accessed or not
 No food or drink (except water or medication if needed) is permitted in the examination room
 Students must place their official Sohar University Student Identity Card, picture side up, on the desk
so that it can be checked by a supervisor against the examination list. If students forget to bring their
Student ID, they should notify a supervisor as soon as possible, and before receiving the examination
paper, and then must go to Admission and Registration to obtain a temporary ID
 Students must not communicate with each other or exchange any materials (e.g. erasers, paper,
calculators, etc.)
 Students may not leave the examination room in the first 30 minutes of the exam. Any student who
arrives late (up to 30 minutes) may be admitted, but no extra time will be allowed. Those arriving
later than 30 minutes after the start of the examination will not be admitted
 After the first 30 minutes, any student wishing to leave the room, either to go to the toilet or after
finishing the examination, must turn all their papers upside down on their desk and raise their hand
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
If he/she wishes to visit the bathroom he/she will be escorted by a same sex member of staff
If he/she is finished with the examination he/she can leave after his/her examination booklet has
been collected by a supervisor
 No student may leave the room during the last 10 minutes of the exam
At the end of the exam, (corresponding actions will be appropriate for practical or computer examinations):
 Students must stop writing immediately, put their pen down and turn their examination script face
down
 All students must remain seated and silent until all scripts are collected and a supervisor tells them
they can leave
 Students may not remove any examination material from the examination room
Passing a Course
In order to pass a course, a student must obtain a course grade greater than or equal to 1.0. A student who
has a course grade of less than 1.0 will be deemed to have failed that course.
Failure in a Course
If a student fails a course then the student must do one the following:
 The student may retake the course. If failed courses must be retaken (i.e. they are required courses)
then these must have highest priority in the scheduling of a student’s program and must be taken at
the next offering of the course. A course may only be retaken a maximum of two times (i.e. three
times in all)
 The University may offer a resit exam after the results are announced (see Resit Exam section
below)
 If an elective course (i.e. one that is not specifically required for the Award) is failed, then the
student may choose another eligible elective course if one is available
Note: most courses are not offered every semester and a student may have to wait to retake a course until
the next time that it is scheduled.
Repeating Courses
There are academic reasons why Sohar University limits the number of times a student can repeat a course:
 First and foremost the value of an award is diminished if the student is allowed multiple repeats.
Conversely, knowing a student has passed within a reasonable schedule adds value to the award
 Secondly, it may be unfair to the student in terms of financial and intellectual resources to allow
multiple repeats. If a student has already repeated a course three times, they are very unlikely to
improve their performance on a fourth attempt
Sohar University has a limit of three for the maximum number of times a course can be taken. Students
joining a course for the third time will be informed that this is their last opportunity.
Students suspended from Sohar University because they have failed a course three times will not be readmitted within the subsequent two academic years.
Re-sit Examinations
 Re-sit examinations apply only to undergraduate courses at SU
 The re-sit examination will be held not less than one week and no more than two weeks after the
publication of semester examination results
 Students are eligible to re-sit an examination if they have failed a course in the semester immediately
preceding the re-sit examination and their result for that course was at least 0.5, and there is no
evidence of academic misconduct by the student
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 Students may attend only one re-sit examination per semester
 Students will carry forward all continuous assessment marks for that course
 The maximum grade awarded after a re-sit examination will be 1.5
 There will normally be no special exam to replace a re-sit exam
 The student must register for a re-sit examination
Mitigating Circumstances
If a student feels that circumstances outside of his/her control have adversely affected his/her performance
then he/she may apply for the award of a special examination or other form of special assessment, or for
the ability to withdraw from the course without academic and/or financial penalty.
Examples of circumstances that would normally justify this special consideration include:
 an acute illness affecting the time available, so that a reasonable person would have been unable to
carry out the assessment task as required
 a serious personal injury, such as a broken limb or one with an incapacitating effect
 being the victim of a serious crime such as robbery, burglary or a violent assault during the period
immediately preceding the assessment
 a serious illness or death of a close relative: normally a partner, parent, child, sibling or grandparent
 unforeseen and unavoidable and imposed work pressures serious enough to interfere with the
student's study or ability to meet an assessment deadline or sit an examination
Examples of circumstances that would not normally be acceptable include:
 any claim not supported by reliable evidence
 financial problems or difficulties with housing
 difficulties with child-minders or other domestic or work arrangements
 travel arrangements such as airline bookings that conflict with assessment or examination timetables
 failure to attend an examination or failure to submit an assessment because of confusion over time,
date or location
 retrospective medical certificates, i.e. dated/issued more than 5 days after the due submission date
Consideration of Mitigating Circumstances
Mitigating Circumstances must be formally reported (using the form in the Appendices section below)
to the Course Coordinator by a student within one week of the affected assessment item. Documented
evidence is always essential.
Mitigating Circumstances which affect an individual item of coursework will normally be dealt with by the
granting of an extension by the Course Coordinator. In extreme circumstances the student may be allowed
to defer submission until a later date.
Mitigating Circumstances that affect a significant portion of the course assessment or the examination will
be considered by the Course Coordinator with recommendations for action to the Level and Program/
Faculty Examiner’s Meetings.
Action on all Mitigating Circumstances requests will be recommended by the Course Coordinator and
adjustments to this recommendation, if any, reported through Level, Program/Faculty Examiner’s Meetings
to the Board of University Examiners.
A student whose claim for Mitigating Circumstances is approved will normally be reassessed with
no academic penalty. If the student had taken the assessment and passed, then consideration may be
given to upgrading the result if his/her aggregate grade is out of line.
A Special Examination can be awarded by the Board of University Examiners. The most common
reason for a Special Examination is a medical condition that prevented the student from attending or
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preparing
for a the
finalfinal
examination.
A Special
Examination:
examination
in the course
assessment
 replaces
 normally is not intended to take the place of all the assessment in a course or be used as a means for a
student to improve his/her grade or to pass a failed course
 is not normally available for a missed Special Examination
 can be executively awarded by the PVC– Academic Affair in special circumstances that are assessed
after the meeting of the Board of University Examiners
Sometimes legitimate mitigating circumstances may cause a student to miss too much of a course. For
example a car accident in the 5th week may put the student in the hospital for more than three or four weeks.
In such a case, special consideration cannot overcome the inability of the student to fully participate in all
the learning activities. When this occurs, a student must retake the course, but will normally be allowed to
withdraw without academic or financial penalty.
Queries and Appeals against Assessment Decisions
Assessment Queries and Appeals Policy
The University will deal openly and fairly with students who wish to question or appeal against assessment
decisions. Students will not be penalised for questioning or appealing assessment decisions. Appeals will
not be recorded on the academic record of a student.
Queries and appeals against assessment decisions can only be made by the student concerned. Third party
or anonymous appeals will not be considered.
The University will encourage an informal and local (at the course and program level) resolution of student
queries about assessment.
Since all grades are subject to internal marking and moderation systems and are confirmed by a Board of
Examiners, appeals based solely on disagreement with the academic judgment of the staff who marked the
assessment will not be considered.
An appeal may result in confirmation or improvement of the original grade. A grade will not be reduced as
the result of a review caused by an appeal.
Informal Process – Queries about Assessment Results and Grades
All queries about marks and grades (e.g. why the student had received a lower mark or grade than was
expected on a piece of assessment, or for the whole course) should be resolved locally and in a timely
manner through the following procedure. A student should:
 initiate the process within one week after the release of the result of an individual assessment item or
the release of course grades
 discuss the issue with the member of academic staff who was in charge of the marking of the
assignment or the course, If that does not resolve the problem then:

discuss the issue with the Course Coordinator, If that does not resolve the problem, then:
 discuss the issue with the Dean of the Faculty
If this informal process does not satisfactorily answer the query, then the student can submit a formal appeal.
Guidelines: Appeals against Assessment Decisions
Appeals against marks for individual assessment items or against Examination Board decisions (e.g. course
grades or awards of special examinations) will not be considered if based solely on disagreement with the
judgment of the examiner or the Board.
Appeals can only be upheld where:
 an administrative error has occurred
 examiners did not follow University, Faculty, program or course policies, procedures or regulations
48  decisions were not in accordance with natural justice and fairness
Stage I Appeal
Before making an appeal, the student first must have followed the informal resolution process.
The appeal form which states the case and provides evidence must be submitted to the PVC-Academic
Affair, c/o the VC Secretary. The form is available from the Quality Assurance Department web page, or
from the Faculty Office.
The student must have an interview to discuss the case with the PVC-Academic Affair, who will attempt to
resolve the issue. The student may be accompanied by a fellow student or a member of the staff of the
University or by a family member.
The PVC-Academic Affair, who may be guided by an Academic Committee, will either rule that the appeal
has no basis and dismiss it, or that a hearing will be held at which the student will attend to present his/her
case, and at which other witnesses may be called.
For the appeal of a mark on an individual on-course assessment item, the student must complete submission
of the Stage 1 appeal form and be available for an interview before the end of the first week of the
examination period.
For appeal of the grade in a course or the non-award of a special examination, the student must complete
submission of the Stage 1 appeal form and be available for an interview before 5:00 pm of the Tuesday
which is
 in the second week of second semester for an appeal involving first semester courses
 in the week before the start of first semester for an appeal involving second semester courses from
the previous academic year
If the PVC-Academic Affair is unable to resolve the case to the satisfaction of the student, then the student
may:
 for a problem with an individual assessment item: make a formal complaint if he/she believes that the
University’s procedures are not adequate or have not been followed
 for a problem with a course grade or the non-award of a special exam: take the appeal to Stage II
Stage II Appeal
Only appeals of course grades or the non-award of special examinations can be taken to Stage II. These
appeals must have gone through Stage I.
The student must complete a Stage II appeal form that is available from the Quality Assurance Department
web page or from the Faculty office, and submit it with evidence to the Quality Assurance Department
before 5:00 pm on the Tuesday which is
 in the third week of second semester for an appeal involving first semester courses
 before the start of special exams for an appeal involving second semester courses
The Appeals Committee composed of the Vice Chancellor (Chair), a Dean from a Faculty other than that of
the student, the Quality Assurance Manager (secretary) and a student who is unknown to the student making
the appeal, will investigate and pass judgment.
As a first step the Committee will either rule that the appeal has no basis and dismiss it, or that a hearing
will be held at which the student will attend to present his/her case and at which other witnesses may be
called.
If a hearing is to be held, then it will be held within two weeks after the student submits the Stage II Appeal
form. The student may be accompanied by a fellow student, or a member of the staff of the University, or
by a family member.
The decision of the Appeal Committee will be final. After the decision, the Vice Chancellor is empowered
49 to have the authority of the Board of Examiners in order to make any necessary decisions resulting from the
decision of the Committee.
Academic Misconduct – Principles
Sohar University aims to have an education climate in which learning and assessment are conducted with
high levels of ethics and integrity. Sohar University will not tolerate academic misconduct and will strive to
eliminate it from the University.
Academic Misconduct is defined as an attempt by a student to use unfair means in order to obtain an
advantage for him/herself, or to assist another student to obtain unfair advantage, or to disadvantage another
student by interfering with their learning and/or assessment, or to wilfully interfere with University
assessment procedures.
Classification of Seriousness and Penalties
It is recognised that acts of Academic Misconduct may vary in degree of seriousness and that penalties
should vary with the seriousness of the offence.
To aid in determining the severity of an offence, offences will be grouped into four categories; minor,
significant, serious and grave. Some examples are given below.
Penalties will span a range through the following:
 Warning
 Loss of marks in the assessment
 Mark of 0 in the assessment
 Double loss of marks (e.g. loss of 10 marks for a 5 mark assignment)
 Failure in the course (grade of 0)
 Failure in all courses that semester (grade of 0 for each),
 Suspension from the University for a defined period, e.g. for one semester (with grades of 0 for all
courses in the semester of the offence)
 Permanent expulsion from the University (with grades of 0 in all courses in the semester of the
offence).
A complete list of offences with a rigidly defined set of penalties is neither possible nor desirable. The
determination of the verdict and the penalty will require the judgement of the panel hearing each individual
case. The following are examples of offences in each category and the range of penalties that may apply.
These are for guidance and are not intended to list all possible offences and penalties.
Minor: No evidence of intention to gain unfair advantage. A single Minor offence is not considered to be
“Academic Misconduct” as covered by this policy and need not be reported to the Quality Assurance
Department. These can be handled by Course Coordinator. Often in these cases the student requires training
(e.g. instruction in proper referencing) to prevent future occurrences. Penalty: Warning or loss of marks in
the assessment.
Significant: Often evidence of premeditation to gain unfair advantage. Penalty: Failure in the assessment (0
marks); Double marks penalty, e.g. loss of 10% of course marks for cheating in a quiz worth 5%.
For example, in increasing order of severity:
 Repeated minor offence
 Copying portions of an assignment from the other students or the web
 Using unauthorised material during a quiz or test
Serious: Repeated offences or an attempt to significantly affect a course grade. Penalty: Failure in the
course (0 grade).
For example:
 A second conviction for academic misconduct
 Possessing unauthorised material (e.g. mobile phone or “cheat sheet” during an examination
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 Academic misconduct in a major assignment (i.e. normally equal to or greater than 15% of the course
marks)
 Academic misconduct affecting the end of semester examinations
Grave: Behaviour that compromises the educational integrity of Sohar University academic programs.
Penalty: Suspension from the University for a set period (e.g. one year ); Permanent expulsion from the
University; both with 0 grades in all courses in the semester of the offence.
For example:
 Conviction of a second offence and one or both of these is Serious
 Impersonating or allowing someone to impersonate you in a quiz, test or examination
 Stealing, destroying or hindering another student’s assessment
 Unauthorised entry into University records system or a Lecturer’s computer
 Stealing or possessing a quiz/test/exam paper physically or electronically
Detection and Reporting
If an academic offence is suspected during a quiz, test or examination, then:
 Any unauthorised material must be confiscated and answer booklet annotated with the alleged
offence, time and supervisor’s name
 The student will be permitted to continue unless his/her behaviour is disrupting the exam
 After the assessment the student is informed by the chief supervisor of the process and the student’s
mobile phone number is obtained
 The chief supervisor will write a report describing the evidence that cheating has occurred, noting the
time and date and attaching the material (or evidence, e.g. photos, confiscated notes etc.)
Where an academic offence is suspected in course work (e.g. plagiarism, fabrication) the matter should be
brought to the attention of the Course Coordinator. The Coordinator will then write a report providing
details of the alleged offence and evidence of it.
The above reports are presented to the Dean of the Faculty which conducts the course in which the
suspected offence occurred.
Student Attendance and Notification
The student is responsible for checking his/her SU email and presenting a current mobile phone number to
allow notification of hearing dates and times.
The student is responsible for attending a hearing. If the student does not attend then the hearing can
proceed without him/her.
At a hearing the student may bring a member of the SU community, or a member of his/her immediate
family (e.g. father, mother, brother or sister).
The student will be notified of all appointments and actions by his/her SU email. Notification will also be
attempted by SMS and by phone.
The Faculty Hearing
The Dean consults with the Course Coordinator and the other academic staff involved to decide if the
student will be charged with Academic Misconduct. If the decision is “no” then the action ceases. If the
answer is “yes” then the case proceeds.
The Faculty hearing occurs within one week of the offence or, in the case of examinations, within one week
after the end of the examination period.
A Faculty Panel is chaired by the Dean or his/her nominee and at least two other members of Faculty that
have been nominated by the Dean to hear such cases.
If the charge is admitted, then the Faculty Panel decides on a penalty and the student, Quality Assurance
51 Department, the Faculty Board of Examiners and the student’s Faculty are notified.
If the charge is contested by the student then the case goes to the University Panel for Academic
Misconduct. The Quality Assurance Department and the Student’s Faculty are notified.
University Panel for Academic Misconduct (hereafter the “Panel”):
The Panel, convened by the Quality Assurance Department, is chaired by the PVC-Academic Affair (or
nominee), and includes a Dean or academic Head or nominee (not of either the Student’s Faculty (or Unit)
nor of the Faculty (or Unit) in which the alleged offence occurred), an academic member of the Academic
Board appointed by the PVC-Academic Affair and a SU Student Council representative who has no conflict
of interest with the student. A member of the Quality Assurance Department will act as Secretary to the
meeting.
The Secretary consults with the Chair and then notifies the panel members and the student of the
appropriate hearing details at least one week before the hearing.
The Panel should hold the hearing within three weeks of the alleged offence or before the meeting of the
Board of University Examiners.
Panel Hearing Procedure
A member of the academic staff, not a member of the panel, will present the evidence and any witnesses.
The student will be asked to answer the allegations and may present witnesses.
If the student is found guilty then the Panel will impose a penalty. The student will be notified (at the
meeting if he/she is present) and the Department of Quality Assurance will confirm to the student through
his/her University email account.
Records
The Secretary will inform all necessary SU academic and administrative units (Faculties, Quality Assurance
Department, University Board of Examiners, Academic Board and Registration).
Records of all academic offences and minutes of all hearing for Academic Misconduct hearings will be
maintained by the Quality Assurance Department.
The Registration Department will note convictions and penalties in the student’s official university records.
If acquitted of the charge no record will be retained in the student’s file.
The Academic Board will review annually the scale, range and outcomes of academic offences in order to
monitor the situation and the effectiveness of the process.
Appeals against Verdicts and/or Penalties for Academic Misconduct
A student may appeal against a decision regarding an academic offence within one week of notification of
the verdict and penalty, but only on the following grounds:
 New evidence that was not previously available
 University procedures that were not correctly followed
Appeals may not be made on the basis of continued denial of guilt or a challenge of the judgement of the
Panel.
Appeals must be made in writing (in English for courses/programs taught in English) on the form provided
by the Quality Assurance Department. Information or documents of any new evidence must be attached.
The Dean of Quality Assurance will make a recommendation to the Vice Chancellor. The Vice Chancellor
may or may not request a meeting with the student and/or the academics involved with the case. The
decision of the Vice Chancellor will be final.
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her University email within one week of submitting the appeal.
Part Six: Academic
Support Services
Admissions and Registration
Fees
The University publishes an annual schedule of fees for tuition, registration, residential accommodation,
transportation and other charges before the start of the academic year on www.soharuni.edu.om . Tuition
fees and residential accommodation and transportation fees shall be due and payable at the beginning of the
academic year, and other fees will be due at the time and manner specified in the schedule issued by the
University and as amended periodically. Note that some scholarships may be available.
Part Six: Academic Support Services
Student ID Card
The Student ID Card is issued by Registration Department at the time a student completes registration. In
the case of loss of the ID card, the student has to fill in an application for replacement and pay 3 R.O.
Payment of Tuition Fees
 All students who would like to register in any course for any given semester are required to pay the
tuition fees due before registering for courses.
 The method of payment may be by cash, a check issued in the name of the Sohar University or by a
direct bank transfer to the University’s account.
Bank Sohar – Sohar branch or any branch
Account number: 002020010636
Keep in mind that you should mention your:
Student ID number
Student Name
 Semester tuition may be paid in two or at most three installments (with the first installment being
50% of the tuition for the semester). The first installment must be paid by the cash/check payment
deadline with the remaining amount due by check after no more than a month from each previous
payment. The deadline for the final check is two weeks prior to the final exams date for the semester.
The University’s terms and conditions shall be applied for post-dated checks and bounced checks.
 To facilitate the process of paying fees and to complete the process of registration, students are urged
to check the balance of their accounts on the University’s E-register. Students should then prepare
their payments and checks according to instructions and may visit the student accounting staff in the
student accounting offices to pay their fees to save their time and the time of student colleagues and
the student accounting staff.
Learning Resources Centre (LRC)
Hours of operation:
Sunday to Wednesday: 8 am to 8 pm
Thursday: 8 am to 6 pm
Saturday: 10 am to 3 pm
Resources and Services:
 Print and audio-visual resources:
 Books
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 Printed journals/magazines & newspapers
 DVDs, videos, CDs
 Cassette tapes
 Theses
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Electronic Resources: including online databases such as:
 Academic Search Complete
 Business Search Complete
 Applied Science & Technology Source
 English Language Learner
 Engineering Source
 E Book Academic Collection
 ERIC
 Science Reference Centre
 GreenFile
Facilities
 Wi-Fi connectivity
 Separate male and female study areas
 Photocopying service with rechargeable cards
 Modern study cabins
 Social learning space
Locating resources
Books in the LRC are classified according to the Library of Congress classification scheme. To locate a
book in the LRC you can use the LMS (library management system) and search by author, title or keyword.
Alternatively the LRC staff will assist you.
Borrowing resources
To borrow items you must register with the LRC and have a valid student card. You will be allocated a
borrower registration barcode number. Select the items you wish to borrow and ask the LRC staff to record
your loans. Students can borrow up to 4 items for one week. Fines are charged if the items are overdue.
Rules and Regulations
 Students are charged for overdue items and fines must be paid promptly
 For standard loan items the overdue charge is 100 baisa per item per day and for overnight and short
loans 1 OMR per day
 Food and drink are not allowed in the LRC. Only bottled water is permitted
 Mobile phones must be switched off or in silent mode
 Quiet discussion only is permitted
 All furniture and equipment must be used with care
 All damaged and missing items must be paid for
 Students are responsible for taking care of their personal laptops, notebooks or tablets, and they
cannot be stored in the LRC
Learning Support Majlis
The Sohar University Learner Support Majlis is a free service to support SU students in English language,
Mathematics and Computing. The Majlis is located in the open space on the 2nd floor of the LRC.
Services:
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English language clinics: teacher s ar e available to help students impr ove their English by building the
necessary vocabulary and using the correct grammar. Students bring their work (worksheets or exercises)
and the teachers give them feedback and tips on how to get better at what they do.
Math clinics: Math teacher s pr ovide guidance on how to impr ove students’ maths skills. Like the
English clinics, students bring their work (math problems, exercises or practice) and teachers provide
support and guidance.
Computing clinics: computing teacher s also pr ovide suppor t on r equir ed computing skills thr ough
based on students’ needs and wants.
Exam Time Support:
Towards the end of the semester, and close to the Final Exam period, the Majlis offers revision skills clinics
in the above subjects. These sessions are usually individualized, but also focus on exam strategies and time
management skills.
Information Technology Services (ITS)
ITS services
ITS works closely with SU departments to provide a wide range of IT services that support the University’s
teaching, research and administrative functions.
Email, Messaging & Calendars
ITS provides an email service for staff and students. The email system includes calendar and contacts
functionality, and it can be accessed both on and off campus. Students should check their Sohar University
email account at least daily.
Help
Our Service Help Desk is first point of contact for IT support needs.
Network
We provide connectivity between computers for staff, students and visitors to the University, enabling them
to share resources and information securely including the WIFI network coverage.
Printing
ITS delivers a range of printing solutions and we also provide self-service printing options for students and
staff.
Security
We provide information security services that protect University data and information from potential
threats.
Software & Databases
ITS supplies, supports and distributes software for use on University equipment. We also develop
applications and databases for departments.
Storage, Backup & Hosting
We provide storage, backup and hosting services that enable students, departments and schools to store and
share data on hardware that is managed by the University.
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Teaching & Research
ITS team manages the University’s teaching rooms and theatres, and provides SULMS based E-Learning
solutions that support teaching and research activities.
Training
ITS offer IT training for a wide range of computer software programs.
Usernames & Passwords
We manage SU usernames and passwords to provide access to many online services.
Web
ITS team provides Internet access and web-based solutions that enable staff and students to share and
manage information and collaborate online.
Internet Policy
At Sohar University, internet access is provided for the enhancement of education and should be considered
a privilege, not a right. Those who use these facilities are responsible for gaining information regarding the
proper usage of computer resources. The following policy, rules, and conditions apply to all users of
computer, network and telecommunication resources and services, wherever the users are located.
Violations of this policy may result in suspension, without notice, of privileges to use the resources and
services, disciplinary action, including possible termination, and/or legal action.
The computer, network and telecommunication resources and services of Sohar University may not be used
for the transmission, creation or storage of commercial activity, or for personal advertisements,
solicitations, promotions, destructive programs (viruses and/or self-replicating code), political material, or
any other unauthorized or personal use.
The electronic mail system shall not be used for “broadcasting” of unsolicited mail or for sending chain
letters. Fraudulent, harassing, obscene, or other unlawful material must not be sent by e-mail.
Users must comply with all copyrights laws and fair use provisions, software licenses. Inappropriate
reproduction and/or distribution of copyright music, movies, computer software, text, images, etc., is
strictly prohibited. Users must adhere to all relevant Omani local law applicable to their computer use.
Sohar University reserves the right to release a user's identity to an appropriate authority to comply with an
investigation into computer misuse.
Sohar University is not responsible for the views expressed by any student using the Sohar University
computer Network System.
Users should use the same care in drafting e-mail and other electronic documents as they would for any
other written communication. Anything created on the computer may, and likely will, be reviewed by
concerned staff. Users shall not forward e-mails to any other person or entity without the express
permission of the sender. Users should not alter or copy a file belonging to another user without first
obtaining permission from the owner of the file. The ability to read, alter or copy a file belonging to another
user does not imply permission to read, alter or copy that file.
Users are responsible for safeguarding their passwords for the system. Individual passwords should not be
printed, stored online, or given to others. Users are responsible for all transactions made using their
passwords.
Entry into a system, including the network system, by individuals not specifically authorized or attempts to
circumvent the protective mechanisms of any University system are prohibited.
The activities of internet users are subject to monitoring. Those who view materials which are considered to
be inappropriate for display will be asked to close the site.
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Users may not change the configuration of the equipment or software, install personal software, or
download files from the Internet. Individuals who are granted Internet access accept responsibility for any
liability which may be incurred through intentional misuse of this resource.
To inspect a user's computer system for violations of this policy, Sohar University reserves the right to:
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write a warning about misuse of the internet
suspend a student from using the internet for a period of time
limit a user's access to ensure compliance with Sohar University policies and Omani law
Regulations for the Use of Information Technology Laboratories
 The computers and other equipment in the Information Technology (IT) Laboratories are for the use
of students of the University to familiarize themselves with computer usage and various types of
software, to develop keyboard skills, or to undertake programming or program usage directly related
to their studies
 Students using the IT Laboratories must respect the right of other users to enjoy a quiet and
productive work environment
 Students may be required to produce their student ID card and register with the staff member
responsible for the particular laboratory at the time, by filling in and signing a Computer User Log
Sheet as soon as they enter the IT laboratories and before being given access to a computer
 Students may be required to produce their student ID card at any time for sighting by the relevant
staff supervising the IT Laboratories at the time
 Students who cannot produce their student ID card when so requested by a member of the academic
and teaching staff or Information Technology Services supervising staff will be required to leave the
IT Laboratories immediately. Disciplinary action will be taken against students who fail to leave
immediately when requested
 Students shall not encourage persons who are not students of the University to enter the IT
Laboratories. Disciplinary action will be taken against students who bring persons who are not
students of the University into the IT Laboratories
 No personal software or CD-ROMs may be used on University computers, including those in the
Library, without the express permission of the Head of ITS or the University Librarian, as
appropriate
 Students may be required to sign off on a Computer User Log Sheet when they leave the IT
Laboratories
 Eating, drinking or smoking is not permitted in the IT Laboratories
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Part Seven: Student
Support Services
Student Affairs
The Pro Vice Chancellor of Student Affairs (PVCSA) is responsible for helping students by providing them
with comprehensive services including accommodation, transport and health care. The PVCSA also
involves students in extracurricular activities to develop their personalities and skills. The PVCSA manages
the following sections:
Student Activities
The Student Activities section plays an important role in developing and providing activity programs which
develop students’ skills and promote their participation in serving the community. Through extracurricular
activities, students are encouraged to discover and develop their own skills and abilities. The Student
Council and other student groups are also channels for student participation in decision making. The range
of supported student activities includes cultural activities such as seminars, theatrical activities, cultural
competitions fine arts, photography, and art exhibitions and athletic activities such as training and sport
competitions.
The Student Council
Each year all students are invited to elect representatives to a Student Council. The Council has 4
permanent members and a number of other representatives for each Faculty. The Council is vested with the
responsibility of being the student voice at SU. The Council runs 3 committees to deal with matters related to
services, academic issues and student activities. In addition, the members meet regularly with the Pro VC
Student Affairs and liaise with Student Activities in the organisation of student events, clubs etc. They also
meet with other members of the Executive Management Committee to discuss student needs and plans.
Members of the Council are invited to sit on all academic and student committees at SU. The Student Council
has an office on Level 2 of the LRC Building.
Student Health Services
The University has an on-campus clinic to provide emergency and outpatient care .In addition, the Sohar
community is well-served by general medical and hospital facilities, and by first class specialist medical
facilities. The University will organise and assist with visits to these facilities if required by any student.
The University also provides free After-Hours and Emergency Care for students staying in the male and
female residences. An ambulance is available to take serious emergency cases to a local hospital.
Academic and Psychological Counselling
The University provides academic and personal counselling and advice through development, precaution
and treatment programs so that students may maintain maximum academic progress and gain full benefit
from the learning environment of the University. Please contact Student Affairs for advice and information.
Alumni and Career Guidance Office
The Alumni & Career Guidance Office aims to provide an interface between Sohar University students and
the best avenues to utilize their skills by helping them find gainful employment and training places.
In addition, it follows up graduates and records their post-graduation activities such as their current
employment status, current educational status, the types of colleges they are attending, and their
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information, and attitudes needed to positively improve their own life career development.
Student Accommodation
The University has a number of conveniently-located residences, including on campus. The majority of the
rooms in each residence are available on a share-room basis, but there are also a limited number of single
rooms which can be provided at an additional cost to the standard accommodation fee. For all residences the
supply and laundering of room linen, daily cleaning of common entrances, stairways and other communal
areas, and all light, water and air-conditioning costs are included in the standard accommodation fees.
Accommodation fees are additional to the academic fees and transportation charges, and are announced prior to the commencement of each academic year.
Accommodation Rules and Regulations
 Be mindful of, and be respectful towards, others
 Observe the rules regarding cleanliness of the hostel
 Carry your student ID card and present it upon request
 Don’t damage, abuse or neglect any property in the hostel. This will result in a fine or compensation
claim
 Register attendance by signing the daily attendance record in the hostel
 Wear suitable clothing when in public areas
 Use of internet is solely for academic purposes
 Notify the warden of any activity or event taking place in the hostel
 Don’t take photographs inside the hostel
 Be responsible for your personal possessions: the University accepts no liability if they are lost
 Avoid sitting on hazardous locations including windows sills and balcony rails for safety reasons
 Don’t bring to the hostel illegal publications such as inappropriate books, magazines, videos and
publications and manuscripts
 Don’t bring to the hostel explosives and flammable materials, poisons or any kind of weapons
 If you suffer from illnesses requiring special care, inform the warden and bring evidence of this
Male Students:
 The male students must be in the hostel by 11:00 pm each evening
Female Students:
 Wearing the veil (covering the face) is prohibited inside the hostel and inside the university campus
 Female students must be in the hostel by 6:00 pm each evening
 The warden must be notified when you wish to use incense or frankincense
 Dinner is served from 7:00 to 9:00 pm
Student Transport
The University provides a number of transport services for students studying at the campus. Students
staying off-site may take advantage of daily bus services to and from the campus. The University arranges
bus services to and from the campus within the North Batinah Region, south to Al-Khaboorah and north to
Shinas. Students staying in university residences off-campus may also take advantage of these services.
A weekly bus service to Muscat and other regions, run by the University, departs the campus on Thursday
evening and returns to the student accommodation residences on Saturday afternoon. There is also a weekly
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Transport Rules and Regulations
 Complete the university transport request form, as necessary
 Comply with the daily bus schedules
 Behave appropriately inside the bus
 Maintain the cleanliness of the bus
 Carry your university ID card and present it upon request. Notify the Pro Vice Chancellor of Student
Affairs of any change of address
 Transport fees will not be refunded if you choose to cancel transport after the induction week
Catering Services
Catering services is provided to the staff, students and visitors at various locations in the University campus
as below:
 Main cafeteria at Rustaq building
 Coffee shop at Khaboura building
 Coffee shop at LRC building
 Coffee shop at Barka building
The catering service is contracted to an external service provider and the contractor will prepare and serve
breakfast, lunch , dinner, Tea , Coffee and other refreshments as per the menu list agreed and approved by a
panel of experts to ensure that quality, quantity and fresh items are provided at all times.
The service is a self-service pick up while adequate furniture's are placed on the locations for users to have
their food on a relax and healthy environment.
The catering service contracts and the contractor abide by all Omani National laws on health, safety and
environmental rules and regulations.
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Part Eight: General Rules
and Regulations
Student Behaviour: Code of Conduct
Part Eight: General Rules & Regulations
Students are required to familiarize themselves with the general regulations and assessment regulations to
which they are subject. In addition, students shall be subject to the Code of Conduct for students, Student
Disciplinary Procedures (where necessary due to infringement of the Code), and other regulations as
approved from time to time.
Following enrolment students must:
 sign an agreement that they are willing to conform to the regulations and Code of Conduct of Sohar
University
 notify the University of any change of address and/or telephone number
 notify the University of any of assessment results not received within two weeks
 notify the University of any additional employment undertaken, particularly any which might impact
on their studies
Students are expected to conduct themselves with due regard for their responsibilities as adults and
members of the academic community, and with regard for the good name and reputation of the University.
A student will have breached the Code of Conduct if he or she has:
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engaged in any behaviour that prevents, obstructs or disrupts: any teaching, learning or research;
administrative activity of the University; sporting, recreational, and social activities; any meeting or
activity approved by the University
failed to adhere to rulings on Freedom of Speech
acted in a way likely to cause injury to or impair the health of others
obstructed or attempted to obstruct access to University premises
assaulted, engaged in sexual or racial harassment, or otherwise insulted a student, member of staff,
employee of or visitor to the University, or engaged in any other sexist or racist behaviour liable to
give serious offence
acted in a violent, indecent, or threatening manner, or insubordinate behaviour (such as the refusal to
follow reasonable instructions)
misused or caused damage to University premises or property, including damage to materials,
furniture, equipment belonging to the University staff or students (and including misuse of the
internet, for example for pornographic purposes)
misappropriated any funds or assets of the University
committed a breach of the regulations, for example the assessment regulations, by committing an
academic offence
abused the privacy of any confidential files of material (for example, unauthorized access to student
records)
been found guilty of any criminal offence
engaged in fraud, deceit, deception, or dishonesty (for example, forging a signature)
failed to adhere to any additional Code of Practice, for example those relating to the usage of Library,
learning resources and IT
failed to comply with a previous sanction or penalty imposed
behaved in a way that brings the University into disrepute
Harassment
Harassment is any unacceptable behaviour such as unwelcome attention, intimidation, humiliation,
bullying, and ridicule which targets an individual or a group and makes the continuation of work or study
for the individual or the group unpleasant or impossible. Harassment includes sexual, racial, and harassment
targeting disability, social class, or religion (this list is not exhaustive).
Any unnecessary, unwanted, or unwelcome advances, attention or propositions; comments; persistent
demeaning or offensive jokes; unwanted comments about appearance; and degrading text messages on
phones, computer screens or elsewhere is considered as harassment.
Harassment is taken seriously because it often occurs between people of unequal status and the harassed
may face demands in exchange for favours, e.g., promises of better grades, or promotions.
The University will ensure that all the staff and students know the steps which will be taken to deal with
such issues.
Anyone who believes that they are the subject of either harassment or bullying in any form should report
their concerns to their academic advisor, or to a senior member of the student’s Faculty or to a senior officer
of the University.
Formal action: If, despite the intervention of the Adviser, the harassment persists, or an incident is
sufficiently serious, the individual should put a complaint in writing, and pursue the formal complaints
procedure.
Student Disciplinary Procedures
Any breach of the above Code of Conduct will be dealt with as appropriate under the Student Disciplinary
Procedures. This is a serious matter and any student subjected to it is advised to seek assistance from the
concerned persons.
The Vice Chancellor shall establish a Student Disciplinary Committee of three members, (which may
include academic and administrative staff) and a representative of the Faculty concerned, in order to
investigate alleged student violations.
There are three stages in the student disciplinary process. For full details on this please refer to the Student
Code of Conduct Policy available on the website and student portals.
Complaints Policy
The University aims to provide a very high standard of service in education. However, problems do occur
and sometimes the service may not be at the expected standard. In such cases, a complaint may be made.
The University aims to deal openly, fairly and effectively with any comment or complaint about its services,
and to offer an appropriate remedy to anyone who is adversely affected by a service which fails to meet
specified standards. The University seeks to improve services and regularly monitor any comments (or
complaints) received. It will also consider the effectiveness of these procedures for addressing them.
The complaints procedures can be used to complain about any service the University provides that does not
appear to be up to the required standard. It may be used by students, prospective students or other interested
parties. The University will not penalize anyone in any way for making a complaint about services
provided.
The complaints procedures should not be used for the following:
 notification of mitigating circumstances for assessments
 appealing against academic results (although a successful complaint may be followed by an appeal
against an academic assessment)
 dealing with academic offences (for which there are separate procedures)
 dealing with disciplinary offences (complaints about the behaviour of students are dealt with through
the disciplinary procedures)
 making disclosures in the public interest ('whistle blowing')
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complicated and it may take some time to obtain the information needed to make a fair decision.
For full details on the complaints policy and procedures, please refer to the policy available on the website
and the student portal.
Additional Information
Personal Property
Students bringing personal property onto University premises do so at their own risk.
Cars
Care must be taken at all times when students bring vehicles into University premises, and speed limits
rigorously obeyed. Since parking space is limited, only those with special permits may park on site. Special
permits are available to those with disabilities. The University accepts no liability for student vehicles.
On Campus Dress Code
Clothing worn must be appropriate to the occasions on which it is worn, including clothing for laboratory,
field work and other activities. The traditional Omani dishdasha for men and abaya with head covering for
women should be worn, but is not required for non-Omanis, who should wear other appropriate modest
clothing. Female students must not veil their faces while on campus.
Smoking
The University has a ‘No Smoking’ policy inside all buildings.
Litter
Littering of University premises (including papers, chewing gum, etc.) is strictly prohibited and fines may
be imposed on persons who throw or deposit litter.
Mobile Telephones
Mobiles must be switched off while in classes, the Learning Resource Centre or in any official meetings.
Teachers and librarians are entitled to confiscate mobile phones used in class or in the LRC.
Phones will normally be returned at the end of the day.
Visitors
Visitors (including children) may only have access if they are signed in, after which responsibility lies with
the person visited (or accompanied).
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Part Nine: Appendices
Senior Academic & Managerial Staff
Vice Chancellor
Prof. Barry Winn
Pro Vice Chancellor (Student Affairs)
Appendix І : Senior Academic and Managerial Staff
Mr. Mohammed Al Maqbali
Pro-Vice Chancellor (Resources)
Dr. Hamdan Sulaiman Al Fazari
Pro Vice Chancellor (Academic Affair)
Prof. Hamza Edrees
Director of Admissions and Registration
Mr. Salah Shudaifat
Manager of Quality Assurance Ms.
Ms. Gweneth O Gorman
Manager of Finance Department
Mr. Ali Al Muqbali
Manager of Student Activities
Mr. Saif Al Hinai
Research and Industrial Collaboration
Acting Director Dr. Ghassan Adnan Al Kindi
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Faculty of Education & Arts
Acting Dean: Dr. Ali Khalifa Al Shamli
Secretary: Mrs. Huda Al-Jahwari
Faculty of LAW
Appendix І : Senior Academic and Managerial Staff
Assistant Dean: Dr. Mohammed Hossam
Secretary: Ms. Asma Al Muqbali
Faculty of Business
Acting Dean: Dr. Rakesh Belwal
Secretary: Ms. Amal Al-Badi
Faculty of Computing and Information Technology
Acting Dean: Dr. Dinesh Kumar Saini
Secretary: Ms. Khulood Al Farsi
Faculty of Engineering
Dean: Prof. Ehab Ellobody
Secretary: Ms. Amal Al. Alawi
Faculty of English and Language Studies
Acting Dean: Dr. Soufiane A-Rahmane Blidi
Secretary: Ms. Roqia Al Busaidi
General Foundation Programs
Head: Mr. Maher Ben Lakhdhar
Deputy Head (Academic): Mr. Mohammed Al Fathi
Deputy Head (Administration): Mr. Abdullah Al Tamimi
Secretary: Ms. Asia Al Kishry
Secretary: Ms. Bushra Al Balushi
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Special Circumstances Form
Name
Student Identity Number
Faculty
Major
Date
Telephone Number
Advisor
Appendix ІI : Forms
Nature of Special Circumstances:
Desired Outcome:
Advisor
Signature
Comment:
Dean
Signature
Comment:
PVC-Academic
Affair
Comment:
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Agreed Actions
By whom
Signature
To be filled in and submitted with the necessary signatures by the student making the appeal.
Follow all directions stated on this form.
Note: Please refer to the section in the STUDENT HANDBOOK related to APPEALS AGAINST ASSESSMENT DECISIONS before completing and submitting this form. Appeals which do not follow procedures will not
be considered.
Assessment Appeal - Stage 1
Student Name:
ID No:
Date:
Faculty:
Program:
GSM:
Email:
____ / ____ / 20____
Level:
Complete the following if the appeal concerns assessment in a course.
Course Name:
Course code:
Course Coordinator:
Circle one of the following if the appeal does not concern assessment in a course.
Progression to next level
Graduation Requirements
Mitigating circumstances
All questions and problems with marks and grades or progression or graduation requirements should be resolved informally and locally, if possible. A Stage 1 Appeal cannot be started until this informal process has taken place. The Dean must sign to indicate that the informal process has occurred.
Which members of academic staff did you speak with to try to solve your problem?
1.
DEAN
2.
3.
Signature:
4.
____ / ____ / 20____
On a separate single A4 sized page, attached to this page, give the details and facts about the issue.
This must be legible and coherent with proper spelling and grammar. Use of a word processor and a printer is
recommended. For programs taught in English this must be in English. For programs taught solely in Arabic then
it can be in English or Arabic.
Submit the completed form to the VC Secretary within the time period stated in Part B, Chapter 6, section 6.4.2 of the Academic Quality Handbook.
If delivered in hardcopy then staple the two pages together, with this page on top.
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If during the summer break you are away from Sohar, then you may conduct the informal process by telephone or by emailing the academic representatives in your Faculty. If an appeal is required, then the appeal
can be sent by email. It must be an attachment with the two pages in one file with a file name of Your-NameAppeal. Email with the subject Your-Name-Appeal to the VC Secretary at vcoffice@soharuni.edu.om .
To be filled in and submitted with the necessary signatures by the student making the appeal.
Note: Please refer to the STUDENT HANDBOOK section on APPEALS AGAINST ASSESSMENT DECISIONS before completing and submitting this form. Appeals which do not follow procedures will not be considered.
Assessment Appeal - Stage 2
Student Name:
ID No:
Date:
Faculty:
Program:
GSM:
Email:
____ / ____ / 20____
Level:
Complete the following if the appeal concerns course grades:
Course Name:
Course code:
Course Coordinator:
If the appeal does not concern course grades, circle one of the following:
I am entitled to a special exam, but this has not been I am entitled to a supplementary exam but this has
awarded
not been awarded
All questions and problems should be resolved through academic staff in your Faculty, if possible. A Stage 2
Appeal will not take place unless you have first tried to settle the matter in your Faculty. The Dean must sign below to indicate that this informal process has occurred.
Which members of academic staff did you speak with to try to solve your problem? Give at least two.
1.
DEAN
2.
3.
Signature:
4.
____ / ____ / 20____
On a separate single A4 sized page, attached to this page, give the details and facts about the issue.
This must be legible and coherent with proper spelling and grammar. Use of a word processor and a printer is
recommended. For programs taught in English this must be in English. For programs taught solely in Arabic then
it can be in English or Arabic.
Submit the completed form to the VC Secretary within the time period stated in the Academic Quality
Handbook, Part B, Chapter Six, section 6.5.2.
If delivered in hardcopy, then staple the two pages together, this page on top.
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If during the summer break you are away from Sohar, then you may conduct the informal process by telephone or by emailing the academic representatives in your Faculty. If an appeal is required, then the appeal
can be sent by email. It must be an attachment with the two pages in one file with a file name of Your-NameAppeal. Email with the subject Your-Name-Appeal to the VC Secretary at vcoffice@soharuni.edu.om .
MITIGATING CIRCUMSTANCES APPLICATION FORM
To be filled in and submitted with the necessary supporting documentation by students who feel that circumstances outside of
their control has adversely affected their performance.
Note: Please read Mitigating Circumstances under ASSESSMENT REGULATIONS in the Student Handbook, Part B,
before completing and submitting this form. Students should follow the correct procedures, otherwise it will not be considered.
Only the circumstances mentioned, will be considered.
Student Name:
ID No:
Date:
Faculty:
Program:
GSM:
Email:
____ / ____ / 20____
Level:
Circle the award you apply for:
Special Examination
Special Assessment
Ability to withdraw from a course without academic
and/or financial penalty
Fill in the course names and individual course items for which special examination, special assessment or
ability to withdraw from the course without academic and/or without financial penalty, are required.
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Course Name/Individual
course item:
Course Code:
course item:
Course Code:
course item:
Course Code:
course item:
Course Code:
course item:
Course Code:
course item:
Course Code:
Write down in your own words the circumstances outside your control that have adversely affected your performance. (Please attach documentary evidence)
Student signature:
Date:
___ / ___ / 20___
Submit the completed form to your Course Coordinator within the time period stated in the chapter on Assessment Regulations in the Student Handbook
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