Language Studies

The Faculty of Language Studies at Sohar University is known for its dedication to supporting creative teaching and high-quality research, as evidenced by its trained and experienced academic staff, state-of-the-art facilities, and advanced technology essential for language studies.

The Faculty is committed to providing a teaching, learning, and research environment in which all students and faculty members can accomplish their full potential. To that end, a culture of collegiality and integrity is promoted, and a high level of learner’s autonomy is cultivated. Our programs and courses aim at maximizing students’ 21st century skills, including effective communication and critical thinking as well as enhancing their research skills through involvement in undergraduate and postgraduate research projects and grants.

The Faculty is committed to the ongoing development of its programs by benchmarking them against equivalent courses offered at other national and international educational institutions as well as the standards of professional organizations. This guarantees that the curricula offered by the Faculty are appropriate, up-to-date, and pertinent to the demands placed on society. The same guidelines apply to the introduction of new programs and courses. FLS takes great satisfaction in the fact that its faculty members are very proficient in open and hybrid learning methodologies and course content. They consistently push their students to expand their horizons of thought and knowledge. In addition to their expertise and diligence in their respective professions, faculty members are also exceptionally supportive of students, going out of their way to make them feel welcome and to provide rapid assistance when needed. FLS will continue to recruit distinguished academics with pertinent experience and knowledge.

FLS currently offers two undergraduate programs leading to two bachelor degrees in English Language and Literature (ELL) and English Language and Translation (ELT). The two bachelor degrees share a Diploma in English Language Studies (ELS).

The Faculty also offers a postgraduate program in Teaching English to Speakers of Other Languages (TESOL) leading to an MA in TESOL.

To expand its academic offer both at the undergraduate and postgraduate levels, the Faculty is also planning to offer a bachelor in English and Business Management and an MA in translation and interpreting.

Salient Features

• Workshop & Extension Lectures by Industry people and academics of repute.
• Student-led language and translation conferences providing a platform for students to demonstrate their research skills.
• Co- and extra-curricular activities to enhance student learning experience.
• Wi-Fi network coverage in University throughout every building on campus as well as many common outdoor areas.
• Smart Classrooms with LED & good sound system.
• Well Qualified & Highly Experienced multinational Faculty Members.
• Internship and training Career guidance services SU.
• Career guidance Placement & Advisory Services.
• Stare-of-the-art Learning Resource Centre and E-Library.
• Corporate Training and Live Projects.
• Regular Assignment.
• Student activity department.

Why study our programs?

It’s Your Road to a Brighter Future…

The ultimate objective is to enable graduates of the Faculty to assume leadership positions in their communities, particularly in fields related to English, translation, and TESOL.

New student-centred teaching methods including task-based, project-based, problem-based, and team-based approaches with real-world experiences promote learner autonomy in our courses.

The program exposes the students to:

• Internationally connected network.
• Distinct career opportunities.
• A rigorous academic learning experience.

Programs Offered:

• English Language and Translation- Bachelor in English Language & Translation program embraces state-of-the-art teaching methods and application of the latest translation technology. The English Language & Translation Programme at Sohar University is a Corporate Education member of the Institute of Translation & Interpreting, UK.
• English Language and Literature- The program is designed to develop students holistically in English by focusing on English language skills, literature and linguistics.
• Teaching English to Speakers of Other Languages- (TESOL) is a rigorous postgraduate program that stands out with promising career opportunities in which Students gain in-depth knowledge of the eclectic approaches to successfully teach and do research in EFL.

Learning Outcomes of the Program:

By selecting from a variety of option courses, students will gain a comprehensive understanding of the fundamental skills and real-world skills of business and leadership, as well as the ability to build specialized knowledge pool.

• Use knowledge of language.
• Use knowledge of linguistics.
• Use knowledge of literature.
• Effectively communicate in English.
• Use job-related organizational, interpersonal, and ethical skills.

• SU 4th Student Language & Translation Conference
• SU 3rd Students’ Language & Translation Conference
• Translation Day 2019