Muscat: Led by Hassan Al Zaabi, Assistant Director of Licensing and Program Supervision, the field visit, which took place earlier this week, saw officials from the Ministry meet with members of the College’s Executive and Academic Councils. Key discussions revolved around the College’s journey towards institutional accreditation by 2027, following its completion of the institutional audit stage in 2022. The Ministry’s representatives emphasized the importance of academic accreditation and external recognition, which would further bolster the college’s standing in Oman’s education sector.

Hassan Al Zaabi and his team also inspected the college’s research infrastructure, which includes five state-of-the-art laboratories for fields such as computer and cyber security, mechanical engineering, and robotics. The college’s commitment to research was highlighted with a dedicated budget allocation of 24%, underscoring its focus on innovation and scientific progress.

Other crucial topics covered during the visit included academic program quality, the college’s efforts in Omanisation, and student services. The delegation also examined the college’s approach to academic integrity, electronic course content, financial sustainability, and career guidance, with a focus on ensuring well-rounded student development and post-graduation success.