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English Language

IELTS Preparation Course

Course Overview This is a 3-weeks course that occurs every month prepare students for an IELTS test.
Learning Outcome The aim of this course is to train students in strategies that they need for completing an IELTS test successfully.
Target Participants Students wishing to do higher studies & general public who want to migrate to other countries.
Course Dates
  • 21/10/2023 – 03/11/2023
  • 18/11/2023 – 01/12/2023
  • 16/12/2023 – 29/12/2023
Duration 40 hours
Language English
Venue Sohar University
Registration Fees 100 OMR
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  • Name: Ms. Hamida Al Kishri
    Secretary
    Direct Number : (+968) 26850188
    Email: IELTS.Info@su.edu.om
  • Name: Badriya Al Ajmi
    Phone Number: 91271393 – 26850111
    Email: bajmi@su.edu.om

Arabic Language

Regular Arabic Program (Full Semester)

Course Overview The Arabic program is designed to deliver Arabic language training to all non-native speakers from around the world. We offer four levels of intensive Arabic throughout the year. Every semester consists of 14 to 16 weeks of study. Classes start at 9:00 am and finish at 16:00 pm. Arabic is not only taught in classes but also using literature, culture, history, media, and common daily materials.
Learning Outcome
  • Level one: this level aims to enable students to read and write paragraphs and to communicate in standard Arabic to enable students to understand the Arabic language.
  • Level two: this level aims to enhance students’ command of Arabic at the basic level especially as it pertains to Arabic in daily situations and enables the student to communicate in specific situations and express themselves in writing with a good introduction to grammar.
  • Level three: this level aims to upgrade students’ performance in Arabic to an advanced level and increase their speaking, reading, and listening abilities. This level enriches the students’ vocabulary and advances their command of grammar and syntax.
  • Level four: this level aims to upgrade students’ performance in Arabic to an advanced level and students will be able to interact with native speakers fluently and spontaneously. At the end of this level, students will be able to understand the main ideas of complicated conversations and texts and express their opinions on abstract topics.
Target Participants International students from all nationalities and a variety of age groups.
Course Dates
Semester Start End  Number of weeks   Number of academic hours per week   Total academic hours 
semester 1 2/10/2023 11/01/2024 15 16 240
Two weeks break 14/01/2024 to 25/01/2024
semester 2 28/01/2024 9/05/2024 15 16 240
Duration 240 hours each Semester
Language Standard Arabic Language
Venue Sohar University
Registration Fees
 Tuition   Registration   Books   Student Visa 
$1700 $75 $30 $80
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Tailored Arabic Course (Arabic for Special Purposes)

Course Overview We offer tailored courses with private instruction (one-to-one) or small group upon request. These options are also offered to students who wish to take extra hours of Arabic or to those who want to study Arabic for specific purposes for a shorter period of time. In addition, students may study Arabic for media, politics, diplomacy, business, or culture.
Learning Outcome The learning outcome and level of the program will depend on the need and purpose of the course.
Target Participants International students from all nationalities and a variety of age groups.
Course Dates Any time of the year
Duration Will be determine according to the requirement and the learning outcome.
Language Standard Arabic Language
Venue Sohar University
Registration Fees A proposal will be sent on request
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Arabic Language Summer Course

Course Overview The Summer Arabic program is designed to deliver Arabic language training to all non-native speakers from around the world. The summer starts in June and ends in August. Arabic is not only taught in classes but also using literature, culture, history, media, and common daily materials.

** Summer semester will be available for seven weeks, depends on the number of students.
Learning Outcome
  • Level one: this level aims to enable students to read and write paragraphs and to communicate in standard Arabic to enable students to understand the Arabic language.
  • Level Two: this level aims to enhance students’ command of Arabic at the basic level especially as it pertains to Arabic in daily situations and enables the student to communicate in specific situations and express themselves in writing with a good introduction to grammar.
  • Level three: this level aims to upgrade students’ performance in Arabic to an advanced level and increase their speaking, reading, and listening abilities. This level enriches the students’ vocabulary and advances their command of grammar and syntax.
  • Level Four: this level aims to upgrade students’ performance in Arabic to an advanced level and students will be able to interact with native speakers fluently and spontaneously. At the end of this level, students will be able to understand the main ideas of complicated conversations and texts and express their opinions on abstract topics.
Target Participants International students from all nationalities and a variety of age groups.
Course Dates From 2 July to 27 August 2023
Duration 8 Weeks ( 100 Hours )
Language Standard Arabic Language
Venue Sohar University
Registration Fees 980 USD

Including books, registration, and tuition fees
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