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About
Admission & Registration plays a pivotal role at Sohar University, acting as a vital link between prospective students and the university. This department is responsible for managing the entire admission process, registering students for courses, and ensuring adherence to the relevant policies and regulations. It also provides essential services to admitted, registered, and graduated students, ensuring their seamless experience at the university.
Additionally, Admission & Registration generates detailed reports and statistics that assist university management, faculties, and other departments in making informed decisions. The department also coordinates with the Ministry of Higher Education, Research & Innovation, particularly regarding students sponsored by the ministry.
Roles and Responsibilities
- Processing Applications: Review and process student applications for admission to the University, ensuring that students meet all the required admission criteria for a smooth and efficient application process.
- Student Records: Maintain accurate and comprehensive student records, including personal information, grades, and academic progress, to ensure continuous tracking of their academic journey.
- Course Registration: Manage the process of course registration through the online portal and mobile app, providing students with a convenient and efficient registration experience.
- Effective Communication: Keep students informed about any updates regarding admission and registration policies, as well as any changes to procedures, ensuring transparency and continuous communication.
- Examination Timetable: Prepare and organize the final examination timetable in coordination with the Faculties and the Student Council, ensuring a well-coordinated and accurate exam schedule for students.
Services
- Admission Portal
- Online Courses Registration
- Mobile Application
- Online release form
- Student ID Card
- Academic transcripts and graduation certificates
- Change Program
- Follow-up with the Ministry of Higher Education, Research & Innovation regarding the electronic applications for scholarship students
- Follow-up the sponsored students allowance
Our Team
- Salah Al Shudeifat – Director of Admissions and Registration
- Rashid Al Shibli – Manager of Admissions and Development
- Sumaya Al Nakheili – Deputy Manager
- Laila Al Shidi – Head of Sponsored Students Section
- Ibtisam Al Shibli – Student Files Officer
- Sadam Al Shibli – Registration Officer
- Amna Al Hamedi – Senior Administrative Officer
- Zainab Al Balushi – Administration Clerk
- Iman Al Badi – Administrative Officer
- Omar Al Badi – Registration Officer
- Yasmeen Al Yaremi – Registration Officer
Announcements
Admission Regulations
Admission is based on the reasonable expectation that a 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, Research & Innovation. 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.
The Academic Year
The academic year starts in September with our Induction Week and ends in July. Each Faculty academic year consists of 3 semesters of 16 weeks, and 1 summer semester of 8 weeks. While the GFP academic year consist of three semesters which are shorter than the semesters of Faculties. For full details on the start and end dates of classes and exam periods, please refer to the University calendar.
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 once they can demonstrate 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 program may vary but must be agreed with the Dean. This proportion may not exceed 50% of the units of the relevant program; and may allow up to 25% of level three courses/units. Recognition of prior learning is not applicable to any level 4 courses/units. Interested candidates should consult with the Faculty well in advance of the start of a semester.
International Students
Sohar University is open to all nationalities residing in Oman, and others wishing to come to Oman. Enrolment for international students will not be valid until all immigration procedures for staying in Oman as a student are finalized. International students obtaining a General Education Diploma or equivalent from outside Oman must seek authentication from the Omani Embassy and Ministry of Foreign Affairs in the country they got their qualification from. The transcript of grade 12, or equivalent, must be presented to the Ministry of Education in Oman for equivalency.
Admission of Students with Disabilities
Candidates with physical or learning disabilities are carefully counselled before they register. Applicants with disabilities can apply for admission to SU subject to pass the personal interview the University hold to determine eligibility for admission in the appropriate program as per disability type as shown in the table below:
| Disability Type | Potential Faculty | Potential Program |
| Movement Disorders | All Faculties | All Programs and the Arabic Language Literature Program from the Faculty of Education & Arts. Other programs in the Faculty of Education & Arts are not included. |
| Hearing and Speech | None | None |
| Visual | Faculty of Law | Law |
| Faculty of Education and Arts | Arabic Language and Literature | |
| Faculty of Language Studies |
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Registration
Registration for New Students
All new students of the University must register at the beginning of each semester. Instructions on how to register will be made available at the time a student receives an offer of a place at the University. Students are required to have registered by the first two weeks of a semester. Failure to do so may end in losing your position or not being able to use any of the University facilities. Please refer to the academic calendar for important dates.
Registration is not complete until all fees due have been paid, or other arrangements made to the satisfaction of the University. For more information about tuition fees and payment methods, please refer to the Tuition Fees page.
Registration for Continuing Students
All continuing students must register at the beginning of each semester. Instructions on how to register are made available with the annual examination results. Students who do not register within the first two weeks of a semester will no longer be considered students of the University, and will not be able to use any of the University facilities. Please refer to the academic calendar for important dates.
Registration is not completed until all fees due have been paid, or other arrangements made to the satisfaction of the University. For more information about tuition fees and payment methods, please refer to the Tuition Fees page.