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Deans Message
Warm Welcome to MEC
Mission, Vision & Value System and Graduate Attributes
Academic Collaborations
Professional Partnerships
Studying in Oman
Teaching and Learning at MEC
Research at MEC
Academic Departments
Department of Computing
BEng (Honours) Data Communication & Systems Administration
BEng (Honours) Wireless Networks
BEng (Honours) Computer Hardware and Networking
BSc (Honours) Multimedia Technology
BSc (Honours) Computer Science
BSc (Honours) Database Management Systems
BSc (Honours) Computing & Information Systems
BSc (Honours) Software Technology
Department of Mechanical Engineering
B.Eng (Honours) in Mechanical Engineering
Department of Civil Engineering
BEng (Honours) Civil Engineering
BSc (Honours) Quantity Surveying & Construction Management
Department of Electronics & Communication Engineering
BEng (Honours) Electronics & Telecommunication
Department of Management Studies
BSc(Honours) Business Information Systems
Centre for Foundation Studies
Department of Mathematics & Applied Sciences
Centre for Postgraduate Studies and Consultancy
Masters of Business Administration in Information Technology
Masters of Science in Information Technology
Masters of Science in Electronic Engineering
Programme Structure MBA IT
Programme Structure MSC IT
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Programme Structure MSC Electronic Engineering
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MEC EXPERIENCE
Campus Life
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Student Activities
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Student Council
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Literary Activities
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Cultural Activities
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Sports Activities
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International Exchange Programmes
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MEC Houses
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FACILITIES
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Student Accommodation
Student Transport
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MEC Student Hub
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LEARNING RESOURCES
Computer Facilities
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Classrooms and Laboratories at MEC
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Library
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STUDENT SUPPORT
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Student Success Centre
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Student Placement Services
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Welfare Advice & Support
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Student with Disabilities
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Scholarship & Awards
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Sports Scholarships
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Need Based Scholarship
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International Applicants
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Mode of Study
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Exemptions/ Transfers
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Mode and Schedule of Payment
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How to Apply
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How to find us? (Route Map)
Welcome to the Middle East College (MEC)

campus, one of the most reputed institutions
of higher education in the Sultanate of Oman. The
college is located in the Knowledge Oasis Muscat
and works in academic partnership with Coventry
University, UK and Wolverhampton University, UK. We
offer undergraduate and postgraduate programmes
in different areas of Engineering, Technology and
Business. With over 5,000 students from various
nationalities, we nurture and encourage curricular
and extracurricular activities among our students to
foster an environment conducive to creative thinkers
and enterprising graduates.
leadership positions in multinational and local

companies. The secret of our success rests
on our belief that a good academic model
along with a commitment to providing quality
education is the cornerstone of a successful
higher
education institution. As a learning
organization we are focused on continuous
improvement which is responsive to the needs of
the community and making useful contributions
to education, knowledge and the society at large.
So, once again, I welcome you to the Middle East
College and invite you to be a proud member of
this ever-growing family.
Our students come from different walks of life and

bring with them high ambitions and dreams to make
a difference to the world. We strive to inculcate in
them cultural confidence, professional competence
and commitment to the community.
Our philosophy of education involves inspiring
creative minds and helping them gain an international
perspective.
Our constantly evolving curriculum supports students
to stay abreast of developments in this increasingly
technologically driven world. I am happy to note
that the student experience at MEC has helped our
alumni to successfully undertake their careers in
WARM WELCOME
Middle East College (MEC) is one of the leading higher education institutions in the Sultanate of Oman
with over 5000 students. MEC is located in the Knowledge Oasis Muscat and is affiliated with Coventry
University, UK and Wolverhampton University, UK.
MEC is dedicated to educating students and equipping them with the values, knowledge and life skills
needed to enrich their lives and enabling them to meaningfully contribute to the progress of society.
It provides a creative, nurturing campus environment where they can make a positive difference to
the community, the state and the world. Middle East College offers undergraduate and postgraduate
programmes in different areas of Engineering, Business, and Technology.
MISSION STATEMENT
We endeavor to fulfill creative human potential

through education, inquiry, innovation, intercultural
engagement and service.
VISION STATEMENT
Contributing to the development of a harmonious

and sustainable world through pursuit of knowledge
OUR VALUES
QUALITY We challenge ourselves continuously in

our quest for excellence
DIVERSITY We appreciate diversity of individuals,
ideas and cultures.
TRANSPARENCY We demonstrate integrity and
openness in our conduct.
RESPECT We discharge our responsibilities with
respect for all.
COMMITMENT We commit ourselves to the
nation and its culture, intellectual inquiry and the
environment.
Graduate Attributes
Professional competence
Domain knowledge and research skills

Ethical awareness and practice
Leadership and teamwork skills
Communication skills
Digital competence
Intercultural competence
Community engagement
Life long learning
ACADEMIC COLLABORATIONS
COVENTRY UNIVERSITY
The Universitys roots can be traced back to the 1840s when local industrialists and civic
leaders founded a Design School and an Engineering College. Those foundations have
been strengthened over time as the University has diversified into areas related to new
industrial sectors.
Now rated Modern University of the Year (The Times and Sunday Times Good University
Guide 2014 and 2015) Coventry University provides high student satisfaction levels
alongside its innovative approach to delivering affordable routes into higher education.
Now it is regarded as one of the foremost business-facing universities in the UK. All students
benefit from unique, career-development programmes that focus on work experience,
enterprise and employability.
The university strives to help equip graduates with qualifications and skills to make an
immediate impact with any new employer.
UNIVERSITY OF WOLVERHAMPTON
The University of Wolverhampton (UoW) is a leading modern university with a tradition of providing
opportunity and academic excellence dating back 180 years.
As a major player in the UK higher education sector, UoW continue to excel in the areas that have
contributed to their excellent reputation: award-winning teaching, state-of-the-art facilities, international
partnerships, strong business links and innovative research.
About 10 per cent of the student body comes from outside the European Union. UoW are committed to
being a major global player and are increasingly developing key partnerships to secure further growth.
In recent years there has been a significant growth in transnational education (TNE) partnerships and
numbers are continuing to grow. There are also significant international research links in the faculties
and these are also increasing.
UoW attractive offering to students includes:
94% graduate employability*
partnerships with over 1000 businesses
4 Research Centres with elements rated as world-leading**
*Destination of Leavers of Higher Education survey 2014.
**Research Excellence Framework 2014.
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Professional Partnerships
Middle East College has come a long way from its inception in enhancing student experience. Our professional
partnerships have helped us effectively to support the student community at the college. We look forward to
emerging as a leader in Science and Technology education, so as to equip more and more youth with the professional
competence required to meet the ever growing demands of the industry and the society at large, nationally and
internationally.
MICROSOFT IT ACADEMY
SAP
The college has signed an agreement to be the first Microsoft

IT academy in Oman. This agreement allows us to introduce
all Microsoft professional certifications along with the added
benefit of providing technical support and training on state of
the art technology to the college staff and students.
SAP Academic Partnership helps to get course material and

access to ERP software given in a hosted environment in
Germany. Staff and students can get SAP training towards
gaining their technical and professional development skills.
ORACLE ACADEMIC INITIATIVE
INFORMATION TECHNOLOGY AUTHORITY,

OMAN ITA
The college is a member of the Oracle Academic Initiative; the

membership allows us to offer Oracle programmes to students
in Oman.
The college is a partner member of the Cisco Networking

Academy Programme; it provides skills needed to work on
networks and prepares students for industry certifications.
The college has a memorandum of understanding (MOU) with

ITA to raise awareness about free and open source software
(FOSS). The MOU helps students to develop and support the
FOSS through specialized training provided by ITA and MEC.
The MOU also gives students an excellent opportunity for
Research & Development in FOSS best practices, development
and deployment, and contributes to raising awareness about
intellectual property rights by encouraging the public to use
FOSS, to reduce/eliminate the use of pirated software.
EC - COUNCIL
LINUX PROFESSIONAL INSTITUTE (LPI)
EC-Council scholarship provides the students access to ECCouncils industry-recognized Information Security education
and certification and related technical disciplines. Student
recipients will be part of a global community of scholarship
recipients.
The college is an approved academic partner of Linux

Professional Institute. This allows MEC to regularly conduct
intensive training on Linux and assists our students to prepare
for LPI certifications.
CISCO NETWORK PARTNER ACADEMY
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STUDYING IN OMAN
The Sultanate of Oman features many
extraordinarily varied tourist-attracting
elements. Thanks to its distinct location
playing as a gateway between the East
and the West.
The Omanis had always excelled
in riding the sea, and that what has
made its history and civilization as
ancient as its early contacts with other
civilizations. This great record of history
is apparent in its archaeological sites
and the biographies of the makers of
that history.
Other than that, there is a great deal
of biodiversity with plains, coasts and
mountains. This diversity in climate
gives its winter a special summer sunwarmth across the countrys deserts
and cities, fresh humidity-free breeze
with moderate temperature in Jabal
Akhdar, and seasonal wind, showers,
rain, clouds, refreshing breeze in fall
season In Dofar.
their religion in highest regard expecting due respect for their faith.
Modesty is the keyword with regards to clothing. Omani women
wear long garments called Abayat, ensuring that they are covered
from head to toe and they wear scarves called Lahaf to cover their
heads. The men wear long ankle length robes called Dishdasha and
handmade decorated caps called Qum-ma. On formal occasions
they wear a turban called Mussar.
During the holy month of Ramadan, all Muslims fast during the hours
of daylight. Visitors to the country should remember that eating,
drinking and smoking in public are not allowed at this time.
The Omani people are friendly and

hospitable. Although Arabic is their
main language. English is spoken
widely. Despite their affable nature, the
Omanis are quite conservative. They
value their privacy and in particular, hold
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TEACHING AND LEARNING

AT MEC
The teaching and learning systems at
Middle East College and all academic
departments are designed to produce
employable graduates who are not
only knowledgeable in their own field
of study, but are also forward thinking,
creative, and responsible members of
society.
In its quest to achieve its objective,
the College has developed a set of
generic graduate attributes that are
embedded in programme and module
learning outcomes. Attainment of these
outcomes would imply internalisation
of these attributes. A wide spectrum
of teaching methodologies are applied,
including lectures, practical work,
group discussions, and research
based teaching. Both teacher-led and
student-centred learning are given
equal consideration, with the emphasis
moving from generic content and skill
development at the certificate and
diploma levels, to problem solving and
critical thinking at the undergraduate
level. In addition to subject specific
skills acquired in the technology and
engineering programmes, students are
also given an opportunity to develop soft
skills that will enhance employability.
Technology resources are utilised to
support learning in purpose built laboratories. Classrooms are also

equipped to facilitate the use of technology in teaching. Additional
learning support is provided by the Student Success Centre through
strategies such as extra tutorials, training sessions to enhance life skills,
and counseling services.
Various staff development initiatives are organised and coordinated by
the Centre for Academic Practices to ensure that the quality of teaching
remains at a consistently high level. There are reciprocal visits to the
partner University each semester and currently, a number of Middle
East College staff are undertaking the Postgraduate Certificate in Higher
Education Professional Practice delivered by Coventry University faculty.
In addition, there are regular training sessions conducted by peers and
external experts.
Teaching quality is also assured through the moderation process. There
is internal as well as external moderation of assessments to ensure
that these are in compliance with set standards, and of an appropriate
level. Middle East College's aim is to harness creative abilities through
innovative teaching and learning practices. This is to be achieved through
enhanced student experience.
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RESEARCH AT MEC
The Middle East College research
agenda stems from the aim to contribute
to a sustainable world through the
pursuit of knowledge. In light of MECs
vision and strategic development, we
are continuously focused on initiatives
that contribute to quality enhancement
of scholarly research, student innovation
and the development of a research
culture.
The Research and Innovation Center
provides strategic guidelines and
scaffolding structure to the academic
departments to pursue research
and innovation. The Center fosters a
collaborative research environment by
facilitating interaction among students,
staff, professional researchers, external
institutions and funding agencies. MEC
believes it is essential to ensure that
the research and innovation culture
becomes pervasive, sustainable and
inclusive for the institution to be in
a continuous and vibrant state of
improvement. Importantly, the center
realizes MECs strategic aim to engage
in learning by research and it contributes
towards professional competence,
economic growth and development,
and the development of socio-cultural
values.
While coordinating and executing multidisciplinary research, the

center seeks to achieve three important objectives: creating student
innovation and pre-incubation facilities, promoting scholarly research
and fostering research commercialization. Some of the significant
aspects of the initiative include staff and student collaboration,
scholarly research publications, patents, incubation and
entrepreneurial initiatives, external collaboration and mentorship. The
center provides a forum and a meeting place for staff, students and
other professionals/practitioners to collaborate and learn from each
other resulting in high level of creativity. Together with the mentors
from relevant fields and domains, the center aims at transforming
ideas to tangible products/ solutions/ services/ academic outputs
by facilitating interventions at every stage of the development life
cycle.
MEC has Special Interest Groups focusing on a wide range of research
initiatives that contribute to quality enhancement of research and
innovation within the context of the colleges vision and strategic
plan. Special Interest Groups conduct research which is not only inline with MEC practices but also touches the daily lives of the citizens
of the Sultanate and the global community. In particular, the Special
Interest Group on Smart City focuses on addressing societal needs
and quality of life in the context of urban planning and development.
An international research conference on Smart City and Big
Data is scheduled for March 2016 to discuss the recent trends
and technological advances in the domain. Previously, MEC has
organized two international conferences in the area of Applied
Information and Communications Technology. In addition, the
college has successfully organized two student conferences with an
aim to promote student research. The center plays a crucial role in
expediting innovation and development of core research activities at
MEC.
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DEPARTMENT OF COMPUTING
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The Department offers undergraduate programmes, supplemented

with research activities. The principal strengths of the department
lie in its faculty and the facilities available for instructional and
investigative purposes. Additionally, the department continually
strives to update its present programmes of study in order to
equip its graduates for positions in the IT industry located in the
region and beyond. By providing strong scientific and theoretical
foundations of the discipline, it aims to ensure a successful place
in the professional field for its graduates.
Objectives
The objective of the department is to produce qualified

specialists who can find employment in the region and
beyond. The department aims to produce specialists of
international standards in the field of computing, with the
capacity to support global initiatives to bridge the digital
divide.
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B.Eng (Honours) - Data Communication and Systems Administration

Programme Summary
Please see pages 77 to 79

for admission conditions,
duration and fee details
This programme gives you a comprehensive

understanding of different communication channels
and the issues associated with them. It facilitates
the acquisition of skills in the design, development
and implementation of communication systems
that are appropriate to their environment. This
programme also prepares you to be successful
system administrators in a real-time environment.
Rationale of the Programme
Computer networking technologies, both local

area networks, enterprise networks, and the
Internet, continue to develop at a rapid pace. This
programme is applied in nature, giving you the
key understanding to make informed decisions
regarding the selection, purchase, installation and
maintenance of local and wide area networks. With
a broad view of data communications, it provides
you with a specialization in network design and
network services through combination of theoretical
and practical work with routers, switches and other
communication tools.
The programme has modules related to data
communications and high speed networks, multilayer switching, simulation of computer networks,
IP telephony and SIP, mobile communications and
wireless networks, network security, routing in IP
networks, and network management. Since the
college is a Local Academy in the Cisco Networking
Academy Program (CNAP), this study material is
also integrated into the courses.
Programme Learning Outcomes
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On completion of this programme, you should be

able to:
Demonstrate knowledge and understanding of
essential facts, concepts, principles and theories,
and a sound grasp of science, mathematics and the
technological base relevant to data communication
and system administration.
Analyse and interpret data and, when necessary,

design experiments and use laboratory and
workshop equipment to generate new data.
Design a system, component or process to
meet a given need, and evaluate the designs,
processes and products of others in order to
make improvements.
Communicate effectively with colleagues and
others, using both written and oral methods.
Work in a multi-disciplinary team and demonstrate
an understanding of professional and ethical
responsibilities.
Specialisation Subjects
Voice Over Internet Protocol
Enterprise Networking
Network Protocols
Advanced Networking Technologies
Network Administration
Routing and Switching
Systems Administration
Multi-Layer Switching
Career Opportunities
The programme is intended for those of you who
wish to pursue careers in research, development,
operations and management of networks and
services. It addresses the specific needs of the
world-wide communications industry. Further, it is
designed to support your learning that combines
knowledge and skills in networking as well as the
development of network services. The objectives
of this programme are especially relevant when
corporations today are looking for highly trained
networking professionals to keep their missioncritical information networks up and running at
peak performance levels.
Bachelors (Hons) Degree programme

Duration: Four years
Full Course Fee OMR 8400
Diploma programme
Duration: Two years
Full Course Fee: OMR 4200
Part Time students may take longer depending on the number of modules they register for each semester. The
duration mentioned here does not include the Foundation Programme which is normally completed in a year
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B.Eng (Honours) - Wireless Networks

Programme Summary

There is rapid industrial development in Oman and

computer wireless network solutions are becoming
a necessity because of their features of portability,
cost effectiveness and versatility. This programme
prepares you to address the requirements of the
present technology viz. wireless technology. It aims
to provide you with the knowledge and skills for a
thorough understanding of network technology
and administration with a focus on the real-time
wireless environment.
As modern business has become more global

in scope, the need for wireless and mobile
communication has become increasingly important.
This programme addresses needs of the latest
technologies in the field of computer networks &
communication like GSM, CDPD, GPRS, CDMA
and additionally provides expertise to handle
corporate networks using wireless technologies.
The programme provides you with the advanced
knowledge and skills to design and use modern
computer-based systems by striking the right
balance between theory and practical work.
The programme, by providing comprehensive
knowledge of wireless technologies, aims to
establish a thorough understanding of computer
networks. It also helps learners meet the challenges
of providing secure systems. An important goal
of the programme is to provide you with a level
of specialization beyond that provided by more
general information systems or information
technology programmes.
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On completion of this programme, you should be

able to:
demonstrate knowledge and understanding of
and a sound grasp of science, mathematics

and the technological base relevant to wireless
technology.
analyse and interpret data and, when necessary,
design a system, component or process to
make improvements.
use a wide range of tools, techniques and
equipment, including pertinent software.
work in a multi-disciplinary team and
demonstrate an understanding of professional
and ethical responsibilities.
Network Protocols
Antenna Theory and Communication Systems
Network Security
Electromagnetic Fields
Mobile and Pervasive Computing
Communication Server Administration
Wireless Technology
After completing the programme, you will
find careers in installation, operations and
maintenance wireless networks and services
to address the specific needs of the world-wide
communications industry. Further, the technical
skills and in-depth knowledge that you acquire
will help you find suitable entry-level positions
in the wireless technology environment, in both
government and private organisations looking for
networking professionals to install, operate and
maintain their wireless networks.

Diploma programme
Duration: Two years
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B.Eng (Honours) - Computer Hardware and Networking

Programme Summary

This programme prepares you to apply technology

in different areas of computer hardware and
networking in real situations. It develops your
skills in the design and implementation of largescale computer networks in the area of computer
hardware. It also enhances your proficiency in
identifying different hardware components and
recognizing their relationship with, and use in,
networking.
The programme is designed to address the

requirements that have emerged from challenges
which are posed by unprecedented growth in the
use of individual or linked computer hardware
and the supporting networking technologies. With
most of the hardware being activated through
software and the employment of a growing range
of networking techniques and principles, the scope
for integrated design and development of the
technologies of software, hardware and networking
has increased enormously.
This programme prepares you to not only resolve
these issues but also, to address to the needs
of the region within established international
practices. The curriculum has a fine mix of theory
and practice that involves in-depth exposure to
real life situations through project work. There is a
step-wise progression of evolving complexity due
to the increasingly abstract nature of the topics
considered.
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On completion of this programme, you (graduating

engineering students) should be able to:
and a sound grasp of science, mathematics and the
technological base relevant to computer hardware
and networking.
analyse and interpret data and, when necessary,

design a system, component or process to
make improvements.
use a wide range of tools, techniques and
equipment, including pertinent software.
communicate effectively with colleagues and
others, using both written and oral methods.
work in a multi-disciplinary team and demonstrate
an understanding of professional and ethical
responsibilities;
Digital Electronics
Microprocessors and Interfacing
Advanced Networking Technologies
Advanced Computer Hardware
Operating Systems
Network Management
Network Security
The programme is intended for those of you who
wish to pursue careers in research, development,
operations and management of networks and
services. It addresses the specific needs of the
world-wide communications industry. Further, it is
designed to support your learning that combines
knowledge and skills in networking as well as the
development of network services. The objectives
of this programme are especially relevant when
corporations today are looking for highly trained
networking professionals to keep their missioncritical information networks up and running at
peak performance levels.

Diploma programme
Duration: Two years
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BSc. (Honours) - Multimedia Technology

Programme Summary

This programme develops your expertise in

different multimedia technologies and tools. You
will be equipped with the knowledge and skills to
develop and use the tools that satisfy professional
requirements in todays web-based world. The
programme is designed to include the theories and
practices that are appropriate at identified levels.
Tracing the development of art through different
ages, the programme also encompasses analytical
skills and logical ability. The art of programming
and the ability to develop systems based on
requirement specification are an integral part of the
programme.
In todays world the web has a significant presence

in diverse fields such as business, education,
games, politics, environment and culture. The role of
multimedia is vital in the context of effectively using
the web. Rapid advancements in computational
and sensing capability and display quality of mobile
devices have also led to multimedia applications in
mobile devices.
This programme aims to equip you to respond to
the needs of the market considering the growth
in the field of multimedia and related areas. It is
designed to trace the development of art through
different ages and to build the required analytical
skills and logical ability through theories and
practice appropriate at different levels.
The
ability to program and develop systems based on
requirement specifications are an integral part of
the programme.
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On successful completion of the programme, you

should be able to:
essential facts, concepts, principles and theories
relating to multimedia technology.
deploy appropriate theory, practices and tools

for the specification, design, implementation and
marketing of a multimedia product.
evaluate a multimedia product in terms of general
quality attributes and assess the extent to which
it meets the specification for its current use and
future development.
present succinctly to a range of audiences (orally,
electronically or in writing) rational and reasoned
arguments that explain the construction,
application and value of a multimedia product.
recognise the professional, commercial and
ethical issues involved in the exploitation of
multimedia technology and adopt appropriate
professional, ethical and legal practices.
work effectively as a member of a development
team, recognising the different roles within a
team and different ways of organising teams.
Multimedia
Interactive Media
Object Oriented Programming
Advanced Digital Technologies
Web Applications Development
Knowledge-Based Web Design
Rapid Applications Development
3-D Modelling and Animation
The demand for trained professionals with

skills and knowledge in the key concepts of
interactive multimedia, as well as planning and
development of a multimedia product by using
components like graphics, audio, video, text and
animation, is gradually increasing. As a graduate
of this programme, you will have opportunities in
organizations dealing with animation, strategy
development, game-building and so on in the
media, IT, and government and private sector
organisations.

Diploma programme
Duration: Two years
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BSc. (Honours) - Computer Science

Programme Summary
This programme prepares you with a strong

foundation in the core areas of computer science
and equips you with the transferable skills and
abilities to independently extend your knowledge in
related areas.

Computers have become an all pervasive influence

on society. Their impact has been felt not only in
the sciences and social sciences, but in any field
requiring a significant amount of information to
be retrieved, stored and manipulated. Given
the immense social influence of computers, any
computer science degree programme needs to
familiarize students with these concepts.
This is addressed by inculcating social awareness
and responsibility through the study of appropriate
case studies of computer related developments
focussing on understanding user requirements.
The programme includes the study of design and
implementation techniques, algorithms, object
oriented analysis and design principles, and the
use of programming languages, with an emphasis
on software engineering methodologies through
a fine mix of theoretical concepts and practical
exposure to industry-related examples.
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should be able to:
relating to computer science.
for the specification, design, implementation and
marketing of a computer system.
evaluate a computer system in terms of general

future development.
application and value of a computer system.
computer technologies and be guided by the
adoption of appropriate professional, ethical and
legal practices.
Multimedia
Operating Systems
Computer Architecture
Internet Programming
Software Engineering
Advanced Object Oriented Programming
Object Oriented Programming
.NET Programming
As the use of computers continues to increase
and influence the global economy, the need for
skilled software developers is rising. Graduates
can find employment as computer programmers
or software engineers, or use their skills within
any computing-related profession.

Diploma programme
Duration: Two years
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BSc. (Honours) - Database Management Systems

Programme Summary

The Database Management Systems Programme

addresses the skill requirements of business
and industry that are associated with database
technologies, taking into account the need to
balance theory with practice. This programme
equips you with the knowledge and abilities that will
enable you to develop and manage large database
systems.
With the increasing importance of effective

information management, the use of database
technologies is now inherent in almost all areas,
including business. As the complexity of database
technologies and systems has increased, the
demand for professionals with specialist knowledge
across all aspects of database development and
management, including skills and experience to
build and support the next generation of database
technologies has grown.
is designed to address the information and data
management requirements of businesses and
organisations in which information systems are
used. The modules taught in the programme
consider specialisation areas such as database
security and the development and management
of distributed database systems. Other modules
included in the curriculum provide a broader
perspective of topics in computer science and
provide knowledge and skills in the use of
underpinning technologies.
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should be able to:
relating to computer science.
for the specification, design, deployment and

marketing of a computer system.
evaluate a computer system in terms of general
future development.
application and value of a computer system.
computer technologies and be guided by the
adoption of appropriate professional, ethical and
legal practices.
Fundamentals of RDBMS
Data Warehousing
Front End Application Development
Enterprise Application Development
Database Administration
SQL and PLSQL
Business Technology Management
Due to the considerable growth in regional
businesses, e-government and other industries
as well as an increase in the general use of
information systems, there is considerable
requirement for specialists both locally and
internationally.
will enable you to seek employment as database
developers, database managers, and IT
managers in any organisation which makes use
of databases and information systems.

Diploma programme
Duration: Two years
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BSc. (Honours) - Computing and Information Systems

Programme Summary

This programme prepares you to be successful

IT managers in the growing world of technology
by providing skills that range across the core
areas of computing and systems management.
It is designed to cover the theory, practice and
applications of computing and information systems.
It provides you with the advanced knowledge
and skills necessary to design and use modern
computer-based information systems.
Information systems and computer applications

are essential for an organisation to gain
competitive advantage in the marketplace. This
programme places emphasis on the analysis of
business processes, development and selection
of appropriate computing solutions, and human
aspects of information systems development.
The subject areas included in the curriculum will
equip you with an in-depth knowledge of modern
software and hardware tools, the principles of good
software engineering, concepts of systems analysis
and design, the development and management of
database systems, and programming language
skills for understanding and evaluating new
approaches, techniques and technologies of
information systems using knowledge based
systems, decision support systems and expert
systems for critical areas of science, engineering
and technology. This programme is designed
to cover the theory, practice and applications of
computing and information systems.
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should be able to:
relating to computing and information systems.
deploy appropriate theory, practices and tools for
the specification, design, implementation and

marketing of information systems.
evaluate an information system in terms of
general quality attributes and assess the extent
to which it meets the specification for its current
use and future development.
application and value of information systems.
computing and information systems and adopt
appropriate professional, ethical and legal
practices.
Web Development
System Analysis & Design
Management Information Systems
Operating Systems
Advanced Java Programming
Database Administration
Enterprise Resource Planning
Knowledge Management
The combination of knowledge and skills in

computing and information systems creates
a variety of career opportunities for you as a
graduate of this programme. You can find career
options such as IT advisers, system specialists
and data analysts in all types of organizations
using low or high level of IT services.

Diploma programme
Duration: Two years
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BSc. (Honours) - Software Technology

Programme Summary
With the growing demand for high quality software

professionals, there is a need to offer programmes
that prepare you for careers in software technology.
This programme equips you with the knowledge
and skills that are important and relevant to different
areas of Software Technology such as computer
architecture and databases.
Software development for computer systems used

in business, engineering, medicine, and education
is an important and essential component of
information technology. Advancements in software
are necessary to allow innovation in the design of
hardware. As a result, to impart knowledge about
software program development, this programme is
designed to include modules that are relevant to
the current trends in software technology, design
and development, and are also useful in the
development of modern applications.
The programme prepares you to address the
technical challenges arising from application
requirements of the IT industry. The theory and
practice components in the modules provide you
with concepts and access to modern technological
tools. The curriculum includes study of database
design, data communication, procedural and
object oriented programming paradigms, operating
system concepts, and algorithm development.
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should be able to:
relating to software technology.
deploy appropriate theory, practices and tools for
the specification, design, implementation and

marketing of software.
evaluate software in terms of general quality
attributes and assess the extent to which it meets
the specification for its current use and future
development.
application and value of a software product.
software technology and adopt appropriate
professional, ethical and legal practices.
work effectively as members of a development
team, recognising the different roles within a
team and different ways of organising teams.
Data Structures & Algorithms
Software Quality Assurance
User Interface Design
Advanced Object Oriented Modeling
Software Engineering
Systems Programming and
Component based Technologies
Systems Project Management
Artificial Intelligence
Graduates of this programme will be qualified
to work in a range of positions from entry level
programming to lead information system analysts.
This programme will provide you with the skills
you need to successfully design and develop
distributed business applications and work in a
variety of organisations such as IT companies as
well as government and private institutions.

Diploma programme
Duration: Two years
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DEPARTMENT OF MECHANICAL ENGINEERING
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The department is latest of the academic departments of MEC,

established in Spring 2015 to offer most versatile and always in
demand programme of Mechanical Engineering from fall 2015
session to equip the human resource in the ever demanding
Mechanical Engineering related specilisations. The department
has well-equipped multidisciplinary laboratories to provide high
quality learning environment through modules that encompass
different areas of Mechanical Engineering with special emphasis
on innovations and sustainability. To enhance learning experience,
self-study, research and inquiry based case studies, and group and
individual projects at module as well as exit levels are embedded

in the course plan.
Objectives
The objective of the department is to prepare specialists and
professionals, in ever demanding field of mechanical engineering
and its allied fields, having knowledge and skills to meet the
challenges of the rapidly advancing and growing mechanical
engineering industry.
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B.Eng (Honours) in Mechanical Engineering

Programme Summary

This programme aims to produce graduates

with the ability to develop appropriate solutions
to engineering problems, using new or existing
technologies, through innovation, creativity and
change. In particular the programme provides
knowledge and skills related to the design and
manufacture of mechanical systems, underpinned
by a sound understanding of mathematics and
science, and focused on the subject areas of
mechanical engineering
With the growing demand for mechanical

engineering professionals of high quality, there is a
need to offer programmes that will prepare students
in this field. The mechanical engineering profession
is the most diverse and exciting of all the engineering
disciplines. It is specifically concerned with design,
development, manufacture, installation, operation
and maintenance. For society, this means that
mechanical engineers are using their wide range
of skills to think of ways to improve the way we live
and meeting the challenges of the changing world.
The programme through modules in the areas
of design, manufacturing, thermo-fluids, etc.,
will produce graduates with the knowledge and
understanding needed to make a significant
contribution to any engineering enterprise and, with
appropriate further study, training, professional
development and experience, to eventually
practise in the role of engineer. The graduates of
this programme shall thus have the ability to apply
appropriate knowledge and analytical techniques
to the solution of a broad range of mechanically
related tasks across industry.
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On completing the Bachelor Degree (Honours) in

Mechanical Engineering the graduates shall be
able to:
Succeed in professional employment and/or

graduate study in Mechanical Engineering
Identify, analyze, and solve practical mechanical
engineering problems
Apply knowledge of mechanical engineering to
design, manufacture, install, operate and maintain
complex mechanical engineering systems used
in any engineering project, plant, or industry with
special emphasis on sustainability, economic,
social, health & safety and environmental impact
of design decisions and operation of mechanical
systems
Communicate effectively with their peers, other
professionals, decision makers, and the general
public, in the conduct of their work
Practise in the field of Mechanical Engineering in
a professionally responsible and ethical manner
Materials & Manufacturing
Thermo Fluid Mechanics
Design
CAD/CAM
Solid Mechanics
Control & Instrumentation
Mechanical Product Innovation
Industrial Project Management
Mechanical engineers can work in all kinds of

industries, for instance, in: Design turning
plans into new products or revising existing
ones; Manufacture planning, designing and
implementing new production processes;
Management project management as well as
in research and development. In addition, they
will also be suitable for maintenance work of
mechanical systems in all kind of organizations,
both public and private.

Diploma programme
Duration: Two years
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DEPARTMENT OF CIVIL ENGINEERING
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The department, established in 2012, addresses the requirement

of personnel in the ever demanding and growing specialisations of
Civil Engineering. Supported by well-equipped multidisciplinary
laboratories, the department offers a high quality learning
environment through modules that encompass different areas
of built and natural environment. To enhance the learning
experience, self-study, research and inquiry-based case studies,
and group and individual projects at module as well as exit levels
are embedded in the course plan.
Objectives
The objective of the department is to prepare specialists and
professionals, in the ever increasing and demanding field of civil
engineering and its allied fields, having knowledge and skills to
meet the challenges of the rapidly advancing and growing field of
the construction industry.
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B.Eng (Honours) - Civil Engineering

Programme Summary

This programme aims to develop your awareness

regarding local and international practices in the
civil engineering profession, and adapt them
in the context of the Sultanate of Oman and the
GCC. Each module has been carefully designed
to give you the necessary skills to analyse, design
and manage solutions for innovative and complex
engineering problems, as a basis for future
leadership in the civil engineering profession.
The construction industry, which requires skills

in engineering modelling, concepts and theories
of structural mechanics, soil mechanics, and an
understanding of construction materials and their
strengths, is a rapidly growing sector. Rapid growth
of the Omani construction industry demands a
quality programme that prepares students to
address the growing needs of this industry.
The programme is aimed at developing your ability
to apply engineering principles to the solution of
practical problems. It helps you to identify, analyze,
and solve practical civil engineering problems, and
enables you to apply knowledge of Environmental,
Geotechnical, Structural, Transportation, and
Water Resources Engineering for designing of
civil engineering projects. Subject areas such as
surveying, construction technology etc., require
you to gain onsite exposure to develop and
design solutions in response to civil engineering
challenges.

On completion of the programme, you are
expected to be able to demonstrate:
basic mathematical methods including those
needed for modelling engineering problems.
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concepts, theories, relevant principles of applied

mechanics in the main areas of structural
mechanics, soil mechanics and hydraulics, and

more advanced principles in chosen areas.
the principles of civil engineering design, and,
depending on choice of route and modules, their
application to complex problems requiring multidisciplinary solutions.
strong understanding of common construction
materials.
management practice in the context of civil
engineering projects.
civil engineering construction methods.
surveying and setting out.
Structural Mechanics
Civil Engineering Practice
Engineering Surveying
Geotechnology
Civil Engineering Construction
Highway and Transport Engineering
Design and Visualization
Structural Design
You will be able to choose careers in all areas

of the construction industry including surveying,
structural drawing and design, and project
management. As graduates of this programme,
you could apply for jobs which require analysis
and design skills as well as finding innovative
solutions for complex civil engineering problems.

Diploma programme
Duration: Two years
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BSc. (Honours) - Quantity Surveying & Construction Management

Programme Summary

Quantity Surveying and Construction Management

is a challenging, demanding and rewarding
profession, which will enable you to contribute to
the present and future well-being of modern and
developing Oman. This programme takes a civil
engineering approach to equip you with the core
knowledge, skills and specialist abilities/ expertise
in the areas of quantity surveying, costing and
estimation, and commercial management relating
to the construction industry and familiarizes you
with construction services, materials and structures,
design and visualization.
This programme is aimed to make a high

quality contribution to the nations needs for
building professionals whilst keeping pace with
technological advancements. It is vocational in
nature and is targeted at educating people to take
up specific professional roles in the construction
industry.
The programme curriculum is designed with
emphasis on the development of practical skills
and professionalism. You will study surveying,
materials and structures, construction technology
and services, and design and visualisation in the
early part of the course. This provides a strong
foundation for study of more specialised courses
such as quantity surveying practice for buildings
and civil engineering projects, cost and quantitative
management, commercial management, finance
and procurement. The analytical and management
skills taught in this degree also provide better job
opportunities in a wide range of organisations
outside the construction industry.

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On successful completion of Bachelor Degree

(Honours) in Quantity Surveying and Construction
Management you will be able to:

succeed in the professions Quantity Surveying
and Construction Management.
identify, analyze, and solve practical Quantity
Surveying and Construction Management
problems related to areas of quantity surveying,
costing and estimation and commercial
management.
apply knowledge in a variety of careers within
the construction industry, such as project
management, quantity surveying/commercial
management, building control, consultancy or
research.
communicate effectively with other
professionals, decision makers, and the general
public.
practice Quantity Surveying and Construction
Management in a professionally responsible and
ethical manner.
Construction Technology & Services

Property Surveys & Building Pathology
Economic Background to Construction
Procurement Pathways
Quantity Surveying Practice (Building & Civil)
Contract Management
Contractual Procedures and Estimating
Domestic Design and Construction
As a graduate of this programme you will typically

find technical or management careers within
the construction industry, in entry and middle
level roles for project management, quantity
surveying/ commercial management and building
control, consultancy or research. You will also be
well-qualified to take on more general roles as
engineers in the construction industry.

Diploma programme
Duration: Two years
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DEPARTMENT OF ELECTRONICS
& COMMUNICATION ENGINEERING
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The department endeavours to address the human resource

requirements of the growing number of specialisations in
Electronics and Communications. Supported by well-equipped
multidisciplinary laboratories, the department offers a high
quality learning environment through modules in different areas
such as communications, computers, controls, electronics,
microprocessors, integrated circuits, signal and information
processing, wireless components and systems, and software
development. To promote self-study, research and inquiry,
students are required to do Projects at specific points of time
during the course of their study.
Objectives
The objective of the department is to prepare specialists in the
emerging field of electronics and telecommunication engineering
and to provide them with knowledge and skills to meet the
challenges of the rapidly developing world of electronics.
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B.Eng (Honours) - Electronics & Telecommunication Engineering

Programme Summary
The programme equips you to apply scientific and

engineering principles to the solution of practical
problems and to design devices and systems
to meet specific needs in industry dealing with
VLSI, ASIC, Digital Signal Processing, Multimedia
Communications as well as embedded systems.

Telecommunications, which includes mobile
communications, internet and digital communications,
information systems and electronics industries,
is one of the most dynamic and rapidly growing
industrial sectors. Therefore, there is an increase
in demand for professionals in this specialization.
This programme provides you with the knowledge
and skills in different areas of electronics in
a well-structured manner through specialized
modules within telecommunication such as, digital
communication, radar and satellite communication,
antennas and wave propagation and microwave
engineering. The programme is a blend of theory
and practice employing the required hardware
and simulated environments. Subjects such as
ASIC and digital signal processing help you gain
insights in new application areas. It deals with
the overall design of process control systems
through knowledge of the control algorithms. The
Microcontroller Architecture Module introduces the
concepts of embedded design.
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On successful completion of Bachelor Degree

(Honours) in Quantity Surveying and Construction
Management you will be able to:
succeed in the professions Quantity Surveying
and Construction Management.
identify, analyze, and solve practical Quantity
Surveying and Construction Management
problems related to areas of quantity surveying,
costing and estimation and commercial

management.
apply knowledge in a variety of careers within
the construction industry, such as project
management, quantity surveying/commercial
management, building control, consultancy or
research.
communicate effectively with other professionals,
decision makers, and the general public.
practice Quantity Surveying and Construction
Management in a professionally responsible and
ethical manner.
Control Systems
Communication Systems
Digital Logic Design
VLSI Techniques
Antennas and Wave Propagation
Radar Theory & Satellite Communication.
Digital Communication
AC Electrical Circuit Analysis
Due to increased demand for electrical

and electronic goods, including computers
and communications equipment, electronics
manufacturers have been investing heavily in
production, research and development in order
to increase the Omani electronics manufacturing
base. This has caused a corresponding increase
in demand for locally-trained professionals. As
a graduate of this programme you will acquire
the knowledge and skills required in careers at
entry band and middle levels in organizations
related to telecommunications including mobile
communications, wireless networks and
digital communications, information systems,
electronic components and products.

Diploma programme
Duration: Two years
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DEPARTMENT OF MANAGEMENT STUDIES
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The Department of Management Studies offers a Bachelors

programme in Information Systems. The overall aim of the
programme is to develop intellectual awareness and technical
competence in the subject area of Business and Information
Systems, with particular emphasis on the fields of supply chain
and logistics, accounting and finance and human resources
management.
The department also collaborates with other academic
departments at MEC and offers management modules to their
students, to support their programmes. The modules offered by
the department impart fundamental and specialized knowledge of
business and its environment and functions and equip students
with the managerial skills required for employment. Apart from
the subject knowledge, the department attempts to develop the
students interpersonal skills and problem solving ability. The
emphasis is on holistic development of the student with an ability

to understand emerging national and international business events
and issues.
Objectives
The objective of the department is to provide the students of the
department with a foundation for further academic and professional
development in the fields of Accounting, Finance, Management,
Human Resource and Supply Chain and Logistics. It also attempts
to provide an environment for the students of other specializations,
to learn the conceptual and practical aspects of management and
organisations that are relevant to their area of specialisation.
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BSc. (Honours) - Business and Information Systems

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Programme Summary
This programme develops and enhances your knowledge

and technical competence in the subject areas of Information
Technology and Business with particular emphasis on
Enterprise Resource Planning (ERP) in one of the following
pathways:
Supply Chain and Logistics Management
Accounting and Finance
Human Resources Management

Today businesses are driven by information and more

often than not, this information is provided by networking
computers, web-based information systems and large-scale
databases. Therefore, having a combination of abilities to
understand business needs and develop information systems
to meet those needs is a valuable asset for an under-graduate.
Organizations use information systems for strategic, tactical
and operational goals and hence a degree in BSc. (Honours)
- Business and Information Systems can open up a vast array
of exciting job opportunities. The program, with appropriate
experience, will help you become hybrid managers i.e.
Managers/Business Analysts/Information Systems Analysts,
who are well versed in complex information systems in a fast
changing world.
The program aims to provide you with an opportunity to gain
theoretical knowledge and practical skills in both Computing
and Business Management. This program is specifically
designed to meet the computing needs of businesses across
multiple functional areas like Logistics, Accounting and
Finance, and Human Resource Management. You will get
an opportunity to develop knowledge and skills required in
analysis and design of Business IT systems and participate
actively in problem solving and managing businesses.
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On successful completion of the program, you should be

able to:
gain appropriate knowledge and skills to pursue a career
in managing and developing information systems across
functional areas like Logistics, Accounting and Finance,
and Human Resource Management.
gain an understanding of operational, strategic and
practical issues in information systems relevant to small,
medium and large enterprises.
deploy appropriate models for problem-solving relevant to
systems under development and select suitable tools to
generate solutions to problems in systems development.
specify, design, develop and test information systems to

address business problems.
have an awareness of the management, economic,
legal, social, professional and ethical issues relating to
information systems.
work effectively as an individual, in teams and in
multi-disciplinary settings together with the capacity to
undertake lifelong learning.

Operations Management
Procurement Management
Supply Chain Management Information System
Warehouse Design and Management
Financial Management
Cost Accounting
Banking and Financial Products and Services
Accounting and Finance Information System
Financial Statements - Preparation and Analysis

Staffing, Training and Development
Compensation and Performance Management
Human Resource Information System
Employee Relations
Supply Chain and Logistics Management:
Logistics is a growing field in the Sultanate and a promising

sector for job seekers. This programme will provide you with
the necessary knowledge and skills to fill positions in various
areas of Logistics and Supply Chain Management including its
Enterprise Resource Planning system. The graduates can take
up positions in distribution, warehousing, stores management
and retail sectors.
Accounting and Finance:
This programme will prepare you with the necessary

knowledge and skills to take up jobs in accounting, finance
and Information Technology, in both private and government
financial, commercial and banking organisations. The
graduates can take up initial positions in such organisations
and with experience, rise to positions of leadership in finance
and accounting.
Human Resources Management:
With the expanding job market in Oman, there is a growing

requirement for qualified HR professionals. This programme
equips you with the skills and knowledge required for taking up
jobs in all types of government and private sector organisations
in the roles of Personnel Relations Officers, HR executives and
managers.

Diploma programme
Duration: Two years
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CENTRE FOR FOUNDATION STUDIES
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The Centre for Foundation Studies offers the General Foundation

Programme that helps students achieve the language proficiency
necessary for pursuing undergraduate programmes. It also serves
students who are already enrolled in Bachelors Degree or Diploma
programmes offered by the college. The modules offered facilitate
students acquisition of the required academic skills to succeed
in their chosen disciplines. All programmes are designed to meet
practical and specific communicative needs.
Objectives
The Centre for Foundation Studies aims to equip students enrolled in
the General Foundation Programme (GFP) with the skills necessary
to perform competently in their undergraduate programmes.
On completion of the English Language component of the GFP
course, students should have acquired the receptive as well as
productive skills necessary to perform competently in a setting
where English is the lingua franca.
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DEPARTMENT OF MATHEMATICS
AND APPLIED SCIENCES
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The Department of Mathematics and Applied Sciences (MASC)

supports students from all the other academic departments by
offering Mathematics, Statistics and Science modules required
for their specialization. The Department provides students with
basic and advanced mathematical skills that help them attain a
better understanding of and expertise in areas like Computing,
Telecommunications, Civil Engineering, Mechanical Engineering,
Quantity Surveying and Business Information Systems.
Objectives
The objective of the department is to equip students with the
basic concepts and techniques in Mathematics, Statistics and
Engineering Physics in order to promote critical thinking and
develop analytical abilities to become competent in applying
mathematical and scientific techniques in other disciplines.
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CENTRE FOR POSTGRADUATE STUDIES

AND CONSULTANCY
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The Centre for Postgraduate Studies and Consultancy has been

established with the objective of managing and operationalizing the
Postgraduate Programmes at MEC. The centre was conceived in
2007 when a new batch of students joined the Masters Programme
at MEC. The centre, in addition to having its own faculty dedicated
for PG teaching, collaborates with faculty members from different
departments at MEC for various academic activities.
Currently, middle and senior level managers from different sectors
such as IT staff from various ministries and private organisations
including Nawras, Omantel, PDO, Halliburton, Bank Muscat,
National Bank of Oman, Orix Oman and OAMC are enrolled on
the programme.
Objectives
The objective of the centre is to provide students with an
environment where they learn strategic and practical aspects of
management, engineering and technology that are relevant to
their area of work. The aim is to provide comprehensive education
to students at postgraduate level, with specific opportunities for
personal development and functional specialization, to produce a
highly skilled professional who can make effective contributions in
the areas of Marketing, Finance, Human Resources Management
apart from contributing to IS/IT functions and also in the area of
Electronic Engineering.
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Master of Business Administration in Information Technology

Programme Summary
If you are a graduate or middle level manager intending to

understand the role of management and IT related issues in
the workplace, this programme is designed for you. It aims
to give the developing manager a good understanding of the
potential that IT has to enhance competitive positioning of
business.

The programme is designed to provide you with a broadbased understanding in the areas of Business Management
and Information Systems and will prepare you not only for
managerial but also leadership roles at middle and upper level
positions in both private and public sectors. The programme
provides you with a set of core courses in Business and
Information Technology disciplines and exposes you to
modern management ideas and concepts. It is a fine mix of
theory and practical work and involves in-depth exposure
to real life situations through project work and industry
interactions. The modules include Change Management,
Strategic Management, Marketing Management, Human
Resources Management, Knowledge Management, Business
Simulation, Research Methods, Financial Statement Analysis,
E-commerce applications and project work. It also focuses on
the following: leadership, strategy, analysis and capabilities.
A programme of this nature is needed due to industrial
growth and the increasing use of management practices
and information technology in the Gulf Council Countries
in general and Oman in particular. It will equip you with the
necessary skills and knowledge to contribute professionally
to various existing sectors and encourage entrepreneurial
initiatives. The programme will go a long way in positioning the
nation and the region on the global map of modern business
as well as provide necessary support for Omans development
initiatives.
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The programme intends:

to provide you with comprehensive education at
postgraduate level, with specific opportunities for
personal development and functional specialization and
to prepare you for employment in managerial positions.
to develop your skills and knowledge acquired through
previous study and experience and enhance the
transferable and professional skills, thereby widening
your employment prospects.
to enable you to address the central problems of applied
research in areas related to management of information
and enable you to operate as effective independent
applied researchers and/or consultants in your chosen

specialized areas.
to develop your knowledge of business environment,
nature and scope of business strategy and operations.
to equip you with the ability to critically analyze the
potential benefits for business through the application of
information technology, business analysis and modelbuilding.
to provide you with relevant and topical subjects, for
personal and professional development that promotes
good practice in the work relating to development and
deployment of computer-based information systems and
operations.
to provide you an opportunity to understand theories,
concepts and issues associated with management and
planning of information systems/information technology
functions in an organisation.
Organizational Behaviour and HRM

Marketing Management
Financial Analysis for Managers
Entrepreneurship and Innovation
Project Management
Through this programme, you will gain broad-based

understanding in the areas of Business Management
and Information Technology to prepare you for
managerial and leadership roles at middle and top
level positions in both private and government
sectors.
Full-time One year

Part-time Two years
Note: Full-time option shall be offered only if there are sufficient enrolments on the programme
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Master of Science in Information Technology

Programme Summary

This programme involves the analysis and design of

highly scalable software solutions. It addresses the
theoretical and practical underpinnings behind current and
emerging information and communication technologies.
The programme offers you an opportunity to attain skills
to manage an organizations IS/IT strategies and ICT
infrastructure. It also equips you with basic computing
background knowledge, to extend your skills and enhance
your knowledge in the ICT arena and prepares you for
careers in the design, development and management of high
quality information and communication technology solutions.
Information and Communication Technology (ICT) domain

is growing at a rapid pace and there is a need for a quality
Postgraduate programme that prepares students to cater to
the growing needs of this industry.
The programme aims to provide you the required skills needed
in an industry that will extend and enhance the knowledge
and skills of computing and non-computing graduates and
prepare them for a career in the design and management of
Information Technology solutions.
This programme provides an opportunity to critically evaluate
various tools and technologies and integrate them to design
and develop software solutions that meet the system
requirements to solve complex business problems. You will
be equipped with further knowledge of, and experience in
appropriate system development methods whilst also getting
an exposure to the legal, ethical and social issues around
IS/IT, that will enable you to make strategic decisions. It will
equip you with a sound foundation for continuing professional
development later.
This programme ensures that you will gain profound
knowledge in project management practices which will enable
you to successfully schedule, monitor and track complex IT
projects and ensure quality deliverables.
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The programme is intended:

to provide you with relevant and useful programmes,
that can meet or be tailored to the needs of individuals,
containing both theoretical and practical subjects across a
range of focused areas in Information and Communications
Technology.
to develop your skills and knowledge acquired through
previous study and experience to enhance your
transferable and professional skills and, thereby, widen
your employment prospects.

to enable you to enhance your analytical and critical
communication and presentation skills in the context of
the taught modules.
to familiarize you with the central problems of research
in applied and theoretical computing and to enable you
to operate as effective independent researchers and/or
consultants in your chosen specialized areas.
to provide you with the relevant and topical subject
content for personal and professional development that
promotes good practice in the workplace, particularly
relating to computer-based systems and operations.
to provide you with specialist skills and knowledge to
encourage a professional approach to the planning,
design and management of complex networked and
distributed systems.
to enable you to adapt to future changes in network and
communications technology.
Information Security
Database System and Administration
Enterprise Systems
System Development and Procurement
M-Commerce
As an MSc IT graduate, you can work effectively in

the government and private sectors in the positions
of Chief Information Officer, Software Architect,
Software Consultant, e-business and e-procurement
Managers, Business and System Analysts, Database
Administrators and IT Project Managers to name a
few.
Full-time One year

Part-time Two years
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Master of Science in Electronic Engineering

Programme Summary

The programme is designed to develop students

knowledge and expertise in the area of Electronics
engineering. It enables the students to understand
the advanced principles of Electronics engineering
and their relationship to contemporary, real-world
applications. The course also ensures that the
students are able to plan, execute and critically
evaluate projects in the field of Electronics
engineering and thereby improve their wider
employment prospects.
With the continuing growth in the use of complex

technologies, the industry needs engineers with
specialized training to be able to rise up to the
challenges of current-day-demands. The new
technology and knowledge intensive 21st century
requires engineers with multidisciplinary skills and
capabilities- who have thorough understanding
of the way latest technology can be appropriated
for development as well as how the complexities
associated with technology adoption can be
effectively managed.
The programme will provide the knowledge and skills
in different areas of electronics in a well-structured
way along with improving the students analytical and
logical and researching skills. The programme places
a special emphasis on the applied technical work
with particular prominence given to microelectronics
applications, sensors and measurement technology
digital signal, and Image processing and control
design. This will provide the demonstrable expertise
necessary to secure professional level employment
in industrial organizations.
On successful completion of the programme, the

students will be able to:
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Conceptualize complex technical aspects of

electronic engineering;
Conduct a thorough and systematic analysis

of various aspects of electronics and use
appropriate channels to disseminate the
findings;
Critically evaluate a range of possible
solutions to address a practical problem
of complex nature and present reasoned
justifications for the final recommendation;
Work effectively in team as well as individually
making efficient use of time and resources;
Plan and carry out an independent project
or dissertation either to solve a real practical
problem or to conduct research related to the
chosen specialist area;
Make effective and systematic use of a range
of appropriate tools and techniques for design,
analysis and development of computer-based
solutions to complex problems;
Demonstrate a wide range of problem solving
skills;
Analyse and communicate results to a
professional audience.
VHDL for Digital System Design

Mathematics for Computing and Control
Linear Control Engineering
Microprocessor Applications
Sensor and Measurement Technology
Digital Signal and Image Processing
The programme would provide wide career
prospects for students who are acquainted
and well versed with the latest technologies.
It would meet the specific needs of the
communication industry, automotive industry,
embedded systems, biomedical industry,
automation and control industry.
Full-time One year

Part-time Two years
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WEEKS
FULL-TIME STUDY
Year 1
PART-TIME STUDY
C.P
Organisations
15
Behaviour and HRM
1-7
Fall
Semester
8-14
Marketing
Management
15
Knowledge
Management
15
Dissertation
15
Spring Financial Analysis for 15

Managers
Semester
Elective:
Entrepreneurship
and Innovation / Or
any other approved
elective
Total
66
15
60
1-7
8-14
Total Credit
Marketing
Management
15
15
Year 2
C.P
IS / IT Strategy
15
Project Management
15
30
30
Database
Systems and
Administration
30
15
Dissertation
60
180
30
Financial
Analysis for
Managers
Dissertation -1
30
15
60
Total
Summer
Semester
Organisations
Behaviour and
HRM
60
Total
8-14
C.P
Project Management 15
Database Systems
and Administration
1-7
15
Year 1
30
15
Elective: Entrepreneurship
and Innovation / Or any other
approved elective
15
30
Dissertation-2
30
30
30
90
90
Total Credit
180
WEEKS
FULL-TIME STUDY
1-7
Fall
Semester
8-14
Year 1
C.P
Information Security
15
Database Systems
and Administration
15
Enterprise Systems
15
Systems
Development and
Procurement
Total
1-7
Spring
Semester
8-14
15
Project Management
15
IS / IT Strategy
15
Knowledge
Management
15
Total Credit
Year 2
C.P
15
IS / IT Strategy
15
15
Project
Management
15
Database
Systems and
Administration
30
Project
60
180
30
15
Enterprise
Systems
M-Commerce
Project
30
15
60
60
Total
Information
Security
C.P
15
M-Commerce
1-7
Summer
Semester
Year 1
60
Total
8-14
PART-TIME STUDY
30
15
Systems Development and

Procurement
15
30
Project
30
30
30
90
90
Total Credit
180
67
WEEKS
FULL-TIME STUDY
1-7
Fall
Semester
8-14
Year 1
C.P
15
Mathematics for Computing and

Control
15
15
Digital Communication Systems /

Computer Architecture
Total
1-7
Spring
Semester
8-14
15 15
15
Sensor and Measurment

Technology
15
Digital Signal and Image

Processing
15
Wireless Intelligent Systems /

Project Management
15
15
60
1-7
68
60
Total
8-14
Year 1
Summer
Semester
Project Phase 1&2
60
Sensor and Measurment Technology
Total
60
Total
Credit
180
PART-TIME STUDY
C.P
Mathematics for
Computing and Control
C.P
Digital Signal and Image Processing
15
Wireless Intelligent Systems / Project Management
15
30
15
Digital Communication
Systems / Computer
Architecture
Year 2
30
30
30
30
Project Phase 1
15
30
30
15
Project Phase 2
30
15
Total Credit
30
30
90
90
180
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MEC EXPERIENCE
CAMPUS LIFE
Campus life at MEC is an enriching experience in itself.

It offers numerous opportunities of becoming a part
of an extensive social, interactive, recreational and
academic community.
STUDENT ACTIVITIES
Students are encouraged and prepared to participate

in co-curricular events that are held within and outside
the campus, thus providing an opportunity for students
to enrich themselves and get exposure to the external
environment.
STUDENT COUNCIL
The Student Council at the college forms the hub for

student activities. The Council takes forward students
aspirations. It follows a participatory approach that
allows students to get involved in different initiatives.
Every year the students choose representatives from
amongst them to hold office and run the activities of the
council.
LITERARY ACTIVITIES
The college offers students a unique opportunity by

conducting a range of events focused on developing
students literary capabilities as well as giving them a
platform to develop their skills in a constructive manner.
The college organises events through its business
society, engineering clubs and other units in developing
important unique concepts and creations that range from
robotics, to a combinations of mechanical, electronic
and pneumatic concepts as well as debates, product
launches etc.
SPORTS ACTIVITIES
Middle East College encourages its students to actively

participate in sports activities. There are opportunities
to participate at competitive and non-competitive levels,
but the main objective is to involve as many students as
possible in some form of activity.
The indoor multi-sports area provides facilities for staff
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and students to organise and play indoor games such

as football, volley ball, tennis and badminton. The prior
booking option facilitates separate timings for men and
women. The Sports Hall is also used by external groups
for conducting sports and games.
CULTURAL ACTIVITIES
Middle East College facilitates the formation of several

student clubs and provides these clubs the required
support for holding a wide variety of cultural events
throughout the academic year that greatly enrich the
student experience and enhances fellowship between
students, teachers, well-wishers and participants from
the society. These activities are designed to integrate
the academic and social aspects of life on campus and
reflect the institution's commitment to the furtherance of
the all-round development of the student.
The college also brings out an online newsletter, The
Dhow, which provides a platform for the students with a
literary bent of mind, to express themselves in writing.
They can contribute articles in English or Arabic and
share their thoughts and ideas with others. The Dhow is
available online on the college intranet portal.
INTERNATIONAL EXCHANGE
PROGRAMMES
Middle East College prepares and encourages students

to become thinkers with an international prospective.
For that reason MEC has established links with various
academic institutions around the world to enable its
students to participate in different cultural exchange
programs. Those programs will help in exposing them
to go through different life experiences and will give
them the chance to learn about new cultures. Those
opportunities will enhance their personal skills and will
help them in seeing things in a different manner. The
students will get the chance to take part in different
programs in the following countries: South Korea,
United Kingdom, India, and Italy. Those programs are
offered to outstanding students or it may be given to any
student who wishes to travel on their personal account.
Exchange partners / Participating Institutions

Hanyang University, South Korea
Coventry University, United Kingdom
IED Italy
Asian Institute of Gaming and Animation (AIGA), India
University of Barcelona
University of Wolverhampton
Lulu: This is the oldest known gem, to man. The Pearl

unlike all gems is derived from a living creature. The
Pearl is considered a Symbol of Purity. The official
colour of Lulu house is Purple.
Aqeeq: The Garnet, as a stone, has many colours.
This stone is considered a Symbol of Success. The
official colour of Aqeeq house is Red.
Fairoz: This is a rare and valuable stone. In ancient
times it was considered to be the Symbol of Protection.
The official colour of Fairoz house is Black.
Yaqoot: Better known as Sapphire, means Blue in
Greek and thereby the House takes the same colour.
This stone is also considered The Stone of Destiny .
MEC HOUSES
The concept of Houses has been introduced in MEC

since FALL 2013. There are eight houses, namely:
Almas, Aqeeq, Fairoz, Kahraman, Lulu, Marjan, Yaqoot
and Zumrud, which are Arabic names for various
gemstones.
The House system aims to bring students and staff
together socially, to work and compete alongside
in sports, photography, dramatics, arts and literary
activities.It provides a platform for the community
to project their talent, and work together as a team.
Inter House competitions are announced during the
academic year. Students and staff members are
encouraged to participate and contribute toward their
respective Houses.
All MEC members, including students and staff are
enrolled in the system randomly through the Student
Information System. House activities are governed by
the Student Experience Unit in coordination with MEC
Student Council and other supporting personnel.

Almas: This is one of the hardest gemstones and also
one of the most valuable ones. Known as diamond in
English, it is considered as the Symbol of Innocence.
The official colour of Almas house is Yellow.
Kahraman:The amber is actually not a stone but

derived from tree fossils. The official colour of Kahraman
house is Orange.
Marjan: Commonly known as Coral, it has been called
the 'Garden of the Sea'. It contains living animals. The
colour of this most sought after gem is White.
Zumrud: This precious stone is considered to be the
The Symbol of Hope. The official colour of Zumrud
house is Green.
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Facilities
Middle East Colleges learning environment, equipment

and facilities are amongst the very best in the Sultanate.
We encourage students to use our extensive learning
resources, IT suites, audio and video facilities, Internet,
interactive videos and any of more than 1000 plus
computers available exclusively for students at the
college.
The academic blocks at MEC houses classrooms and
lecture theatres with the latest multimedia equipment
and support. There are individual prayer halls for men
and women and wireless labs and common halls for
student activities. The Learning Resources Centre at
the college, houses a large lab with 420 Sun computers
with biometric systems capable of restoring your last
session whenever you log back on to the network.
Further, it houses 2400 square metres of library space
with a separate reference section for research, individual
discussion rooms with presentation facilities, and a wide
range of titles and journals in addition to access to other
libraries locally and internationally.
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ACCOMMODATION
The college offers accommodation in the form of Halls

of Residence. These halls of residence provide each
student with the opportunity to live as part of the student
community and to establish friendship with peers
who have varied interests and come from different
backgrounds. There are separate Halls of Residence
for male and female students.
The experience of operating the college Halls of
Residence suggests that the key to having an enjoyable
time in the halls is to get to know fellow residents and
the wardens and take part in the various activities
that promote a community environment conducive to
academic studies and positive social experience. The
Halls of Residence also have amenities such as round
the clock security for the safety of students, trained
wardens to handle student issues, recreation rooms,
study rooms and provision for laundry, thus ensuring
that the students are comfortable and safe.
TRANSPORT
The college transportation services provide safe,
convenient and cost effective services to students
covering different areas including the hostels. Students
who opt to use transportation facilities provided by the
college are picked up and dropped back at specific
locations as per predetermined time schedules.
STUDENT HUB
The idea of the state-of-the-art MEC Student Hub
was conceived to provide the best environment in our
endeavor to significantly enhance student experience
on campus.
This ambitious project is expected to be completed
by August 2016. MEC Student Hub was designed by
world-renowned Italian architects, Ramon Pascolat and
Moira Morsut.
The Hub will have the following amenities:
Sports Hall: The Sports Hall will occupy a total buildup of
1055 square meters and will include a football ground,
a volleyball court, a basketball court, a badminton court,
an indoor cricket ground, a tennis court, telescopic
spectator seating, dressing rooms and a gymnasium.
Event Hall: The Event Hall will have a total area of 1150
square meters which will include the reception, VIP
room, state of the art AV facilities, back stage room,
telescopic seating and other facilities.
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Apart from the two main halls, a cafeteria with a seating

capacity of 350, common lounge and gym measuring
365 and 300 square meters respectively, a souvenir/
stationery shop, the Students Council Office, prayer
rooms and ladies lounge, offices will be some of the
features of the Event Hall.
LEARNING RESOURCES
COMPUTER FACILITIES
Studying at the college gives you access to a wealth

of learning resources and the latest computer hardware
and software. For starters, you will get:
Free use of extensive computer facilities: across the
college we have 1000 PCs exclusively for students with
many specialist computer suites.
Access to a wide variety of the latest standard and
specialised software on student computers.
Extensive wireless network on campus free access to
the network where and when it suits you.
IT Help desks to help with all computer and network
queries.
Labs with Sun thin client systems allow students to
work on their personal accounts, log off at any point,
and access the same session later when they log in to
their account.
Free email service and personalised file storage space
for saving work that can be accessed as required.
Dedicated support team and computing resources for
research activities.
Classrooms and Laboratories
Since MEC focuses on providing hands-on

opportunities for the students to apply their knowledge,
MEC has invested quite generously in facilities and
technology. Therefore, extra spacious classrooms
and laboratories have been built to accommodate the
growing number of students still keeping the standard
strength of the students in view. The classrooms and
labs are well-ventilated and have latest centralized
cooling system to create an environment congenial
to studies. The classrooms are fully equipped with
sophisticated projectors and sound system in addition
to the laboratories having all that is required to meet the
needs of the students in the modern era of information
technology. The students actually have the chance
and the ability to use the equipment in the laboratories

rather than watching someone else use it.
Library
Our library is one of the largest libraries in Oman with a

variety of facilities, resources and services. The library
commits to fulfill its obligation to support each and
every requirement of students related to their study and
overall development of their personality by acquiring a
wide range of print and electronic resources, a variety
of services, state-of-the-art facilities and infrastructure.
Library resources not only support the curriculum related
needs but also their need of knowledge beyond the
domain of study and research. The resources include
print resources in the form of books, text books, reports,
multimedia etc. adding up to a collection of over thirty
seven thousand items whereas the electronic resources
include a subscription of seven electronic databases
consisting of book databases of over a hundred
thousand titles of e-Books and millions of records of
full text journal articles, theses, reports etc. on a range
of subjects. These databases serve as the central
resource for students and researchers at all levels.
The physical layout of the library, which has an area of
2400 square meters spanning two floors, is based on the
most advanced concepts of students learning. To satisfy
the modern concept of collaborative and cooperative
learning, the ground floor includes five discussion
rooms while the first floor facilitates silent study. Apart
from this, Internet access is provided through Wi-Fi,
OPAC terminals on each floor for resource searching
and smart card enabled photocopiers on each floor.
STUDENT SUPPORT
Your time at the college will be filled with diverse

experiences and challenges. The Office for Student
Support Services offers other supplementary services
to support academic activities. It acts as a channel for
conveying student concerns and expectations to all the
departments of the college to facilitate quick resolution
of issues.
STUDENT SUCCESS CENTRE
The Student Success Centre (SSC) was established in the

year 2007, with a two-member team and was known as the
Learning Advisory and Career Counseling Unit.Benchmarking
Student Success Centre services against those of reputed

universities lead to several changes including the adoption of
the name Student Success Centre and the refinement of its
overall mission and objectives. At present the Center has five
full-time members who combine their knowledge, skills and
experience to assist students towards success. The availability
of a Psychological Counselor and a Social Counselor addresses
the various aspects of a students personality.
The SSC offers the following services and programmes
SSC Workshops: These interactive sessions on Time
Management, Learning Styles, Exam Anxiety, Revision
Techniques, Positive Programming and others are organised to
assist students to be responsible learners with a well-rounded
personality.
Transition to College Life: These sessions are also offered
during the Orientation Programme when new students are
familiarised with the college regulations and advised to adhere to
them for achieving optimal academic growth. Students queries
related to college life are also answered.
Specialisation Fair: This programme is designed to
assist students make informed decisions in their choice of
specialization by providing information about the scope of
various specialisations. It is also an occasion for the students to
interact with senior students, faculty members and alumni who
can serve as role models for them.
Psychological Counseling: Full-time counselors are available
on appointment for students seeking help on psychological issues
which may be adversely affecting their academic progress.
Peer-tutoring and Supplementary Instructors: The SSC
arranges tutorial sessions for modules in which students need
more assistance. These sessions are conducted by cross- aged
peer tutors supervised by module coordinators. Supplementary
Instructors are also used in class for the modules based on the
needs of the
Best Bachelor Project Award: The SSC
encourages professional competence, cultural confidence and
social engagement through the Best Bachelor Award Competition
across all specialisations.
Supporting students with medical conditions: Students with
medical conditions which may affect their academic performance
are expected to meet SSC members. Suitable provisions and
arrangements are made for these cases during classes and
assessments.
Academic Advising: SSC members have individual sessions
and follow-ups with students who are underperforming
academically. An Academic Plan is prepared for such students
and the required support is provided.
Student Representative meeting with the dean: SSC arranges
meetings between students across different specialisations and
the Dean to elicit student feedback, suggestions and concerns
regarding the modules, programmes, teaching and learning,
facilities etc.
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STUDENT PLACEMENT SERVICES
MEC equips its students with essential soft skills and

life skills to give them a competitive edge in the job
market and later in the workplace. The strategic skills
of communication, leadership, teamwork, creativity
and thinking skills are embedded in its academic
programmes.
The Career Services and Enterprise Engagement
(CSEE)cell at Middle East College provides placement
services to students for job openings in companies
across Oman. The cell organises regular programmes
such as careers fairs and various other activities that
provide opportunities for recruiters and employers to
meet with students and interact with them. Students
are thus empowered to understand their prospective
employers and job market requirements to further
develop their skill sets to match industry requirements
prior to their graduation.
Middle East College has consistently been working on
strong relationships with a diverse range of employers
looking for well- rounded graduates. As a result, the
college has set up an apex advisory forum known as
Advisory Forum for Industry Relations of Middle East
College (AFIRM), which places industry academia
interaction at the top of its academic agenda. The forum
meets twice a year to guide the institutions industry
relations policies, and programme design.
As a result of this, the college has been able to build
its academic programmes, teaching methodologies
and infrastructure to embody the needs of the industry.
Therefore, Middle East College proudly states that
its students are prepared with the expectations and
demands of working in todays world. Industry has
commended Middle East College graduates for their
productivity even as entry-level employees and for their
sound academic knowledge.
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WELFARE ADVICE & SUPPORT

The Students Success Centre provides guidance and
information to the students and offers free, and impartial
professional advice in full confidence. We aim not only to
provide guidance and advice on specific issues but also
to empower students with the knowledge and skills to
deal with problems as they arise. The Students Welfare
Service has well-trained and dedicated staff who can
offer specialist advice and support to meet your specific
needs.
STUDENT WITH DISABILITIES
The college provides support services and
accommodation for students with disabilities. Members
of the staff help identify individualised service needs and
facilitate assistance that will help the student achieve
success. Instructors are available to meet with students
prior to entry into programmes or classes to develop a
supportive learning plan.
SCHOLARSHIPS AND AWARDS
Through its comprehensive scholarship programme
and with respect to its social commitment, the college
supports deserving students from diverse backgrounds
by awarding a number of scholarships.
SPORTS SCHOLARSHIPS
These scholarships are awarded as an encouragement
to sportspersons who are enrolled in academic
programmes at the college. The scholarship aims
at the development of a community of students who
have significant commitment to sports. By facilitating
participation in team events and competitions it also
aims to instil the spirit of fairness and cooperation
among students.
NEED BASED SCHOLARSHIP
The college, as part of its commitment to community
development and social welfare, offers need based
educational scholarships to students who need financial
support for pursuing an academic programme at the
college
Admission Condition & Fees Structure

Admission Criteria
Students seeking direct admission to any of the Bachelor
or Diploma programmes mentioned below should possess
a General Education Certificate (Equivalent to 12 years of
schooling) or equivalent qualification. Further, they need to
have obtained a 5.5 score on IELTS (International English
Language Testing System) or its equivalent and should
have passed the ICDL Certificate to be exempted from
the English language and Computing components of the

Foundation Programme. Additionally students will have to
pass the Math component of the college Placement Test.
If a candidate does not possess the IELTS or the ICDL
certificate, then he/she will have to attempt the college
Placement Test.
1. BSc (Honours) Software Technology

2. BSc (Honours) Database Management Systems
3. BSc (Honours) Computing and Information Systems
4. BSc (Honours) Computer Science
5. BSc (Honours) Multimedia Technology
6. BSc (Honours) Business & Information Systems( Supply Chain & Logistics)
7. BSc (Honours) Business & Information Systems( Accounting & Finance)
8. BSc (Honours) Business & Information Systems( Human Resource Management)
Bachelor
or Diploma
Programmes
Students seeking admission to any of the Bachelor or Diploma programmes mentioned below should possess a
General Education Certificate (Equivalent to 12 years of schooling or equivalent qualification) in the science stream
with at least 65 % in any two subjects out of the following five subjects:

Pure Math
Applied Math
Physics
Chemistry
Biology
1. B.Eng (Honours) Electronics and Telecommunication Engineering

2. B.Eng (Honours) Computer Hardware and Networking
3. B.Eng (Honours) Data Communication and Systems Administration
4. B.Eng (Honours) Wireless Networks
Bachelor
or Diploma
Programmes
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Students seeking admission to any of the Bachelor or Diploma programmes mentioned below should possess a
General Education Certificate (Equivalent to 12 years of schooling or equivalent qualification) in the science stream
with at least 65 % in aggregate in Pure Math and Physics:
1. B.Eng (Honours)- Mechanical Engineering
2. B.Eng (Honours) Civil Engineering
3. BSc (Honours) Quantity Surveying & Construction Management
C Bachelor
or Diploma
Programmes
Students seeking admission to any of the Master programmes mentioned below must have successfully
completed any one of the following :
1. MBA (IT) Master of Business Administration in Information Technology.
2. MSc. (IT) Master of Science in Information Technology
Master
Programmes
i. A minimum of a second class honours degree or higher in any subject.

ii. A relevant professional qualification of an equivalent level.
iii. A lower qualification plus appropriate and relevant experience at a professional level
iv. Satisfactory independent evidence of working for several years in a position that would normally be
occupied by an honours graduate, in a relevant area, which would lead to gaining benefit from the course.
Students whose first language is not English must demonstrate proficiency in the
English language equivalent to IELTS 6.5 or produce an authorized letter from the
institution of study that the medium of instruction was in English language.
No Accreditation of Prior Learning (APL) will be given against modules in this programme.
Students seeking admission to Master of Science in Electronic Engineering must have successfully
completed any one of the following
i. A minimum of a second class honours degree in Electronics.
ii. A relevant professional qualification of an equivalent level.
MSc. (EE) Master of Science in Electronic Engineering
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Master
Programme
Students whose first language is not English must demonstrate proficiency in the English language equivalent
to IELTS 6.5 or to produce an authorized letter from the institution of study that the medium of instruction was in
English language.
No Accreditation of Prior Learning (APL) will be given against modules in this programme.
INTERNATIONAL APPLICANTS
International students with other qualifications equivalent to General Education Certificate (Equivalent to 12 years of
schooling) may apply for the programmes. However, MEC admission policy will entail attestations from appropriate
authorities. The institution will assist students for this purpose as well as for visa formalities.
MODE OF STUDY
All college programmes are offered both in full and part-time modes. This is mainly to serve the employees of public
and private sectors who are interested in completing their higher education. Diploma holders are also given the
opportunity to upgrade their qualifications to degree level.
EXEMPTIONS/ TRANSFERS
If a student is already enrolled in an academic programme in another college or university and is seeking admission
for a particular programme in Middle East College, then such a student will be considered as a transfer student. Such
students will have to undergo an exemption process, in which the student will be required to submit their original
transcripts from the current/previous institution, and course description of the course studied for an evaluation as per
the academic rules and regulation. After the committee evaluates each and every module it publishes its decision
based on which the student will be informed on the number of modules s/he will be exempted from and the number
of modules that he/she would have to study. Admission is subject to institutional policy and approval by faculty
members concerned. Processing of relevant documents will require a minimum period of 15 days.
FEES
Fee Table: 1 GFP Programme *
Sl. No.
Item
Registration Fee
Caution Deposit
English (All level)**
Mathematics (All level)
Computing (All level)**
Amount (RO)
50
100
1575
Remarks
Non Refundable
Refundable at time of
leaving college
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200
* Cost for the foundation programme and levels registered on, is subject to students level of proficiency
** Students with a score of 5.5 on IELTS or TOFEL may be exempted from the language section and students with an ICDL
or IC3 certificate may be exempted from the computing section.
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Fee Table: 2 UG Programme
Category A
Computer Hardware And Networking
Data Communication And Systems Administration
Electronics And Telecommunication
Wireless Networks
Database Management Systems
Computer Science
Computing And Information Systems
Multimedia Technology
Software Technology
Category B
Mechanical Engineering
Civil Engineering
Quantity Surveying and Construction Management
Sl. No.
Item
Amount (RO)
Remarks
Registration Fee
50
Non Refundable
Tuition Fee - Category

A***
1050
Per Semester or equivalent to 60 Credit Points
4
5
Caution Deposit

B***
C***
100
Category C
Business Information Systems
Pathways in
Refundable at time of leaving college
1440
1110
*** Fee might vary depending on number of modules or credit points registered per semester
Fee Table: 3 PG Programme

Sl. No. Item
Amount (RO)
Remarks
Registration Fee
100
Non Refundable
Tuition Fee MBA IT
6285
For entire programme
2
4
5
Caution Deposit
Tuition Fee MSc IT
Tuition Fee MSc EE
100
6285
6750
Refundable at time of leaving college

MODE AND SCHEDULE OF PAYMENT

The tuition fee is paid by module each semester.
50% of the fees should be paid one week before module registration date
(Please check academic calendar for details)
The remaining 50% fees should be paid within 5 weeks from commencement of classes.
Note: Academic term dates are available in the academic Calendar (Please visit http://portal.mec.edu.om)
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Payment can be made in the following ways:

1. Cash: Fees can be paid at the Cash Counter in the Accounts Department located in the ground floor of
the main block(AKZ).
2. Cheques: To be made in favour of Middle East College and handed over at the Accounts Department (Room
008) on the ground floor of the main block.
3 Direct Transfer: To be made in favour of Middle East College (A/C No: 0315 00346808 0017, (Bank Muscat
MSQ branch). NB: Payment via Master card/Visa is available at the counter
HOW TO APPLY
For procuring application forms for admission to college courses, kindly contact the college Student Admissions Office
and then proceed to the registration department to complete the admission procedures.
Student Admissions Office

Mohammed Al Sabahi
24531588
mohammed@mec.edu.om
Khalid Al Harthy
24531595
khalid@mec.edu.om
Mariam Al.Mamari
24531797
malmamari@mec.edu.om
In Person
The Student Admission Office
Middle East College
P.O.Box 79, PC. 124
AL-Rusayl ,Muscat (Sultanate of Oman)
By Fax:
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Welcome to the Middle East College (MEC)

leadership positions in multinational and local

Our students come from different walks of life and

We endeavor to fulfill creative human potential

Contributing to the development of a harmonious

QUALITY We challenge ourselves continuously in

Domain knowledge and research skills

The college has signed an agreement to be the first Microsoft

SAP Academic Partnership helps to get course material and

ORACLE ACADEMIC INITIATIVE

INFORMATION TECHNOLOGY AUTHORITY,

The college is a member of the Oracle Academic Initiative; the

The college is a partner member of the Cisco Networking

The college has a memorandum of understanding (MOU) with

LINUX PROFESSIONAL INSTITUTE (LPI)

The college is an approved academic partner of Linux

CISCO NETWORK PARTNER ACADEMY

The Omani people are friendly and

TEACHING AND LEARNING

support learning in purpose built laboratories. Classrooms are also

While coordinating and executing multidisciplinary research, the

The Department offers undergraduate programmes, supplemented

The objective of the department is to produce qualified

B.Eng (Honours) - Data Communication and Systems Administration

Please see pages 77 to 79

This programme gives you a comprehensive

Rationale of the Programme

Computer networking technologies, both local

Programme Learning Outcomes

On completion of this programme, you should be

Analyse and interpret data and, when necessary,

Bachelors (Hons) Degree programme

B.Eng (Honours) - Wireless Networks

Please see pages 77 to 79

There is rapid industrial development in Oman and

Rationale of the Programme

As modern business has become more global

Programme Learning Outcomes

On completion of this programme, you should be

and a sound grasp of science, mathematics

Bachelors (Hons) Degree programme

B.Eng (Honours) - Computer Hardware and Networking

Please see pages 77 to 79

This programme prepares you to apply technology

Rationale of the Programme

The programme is designed to address the

Programme Learning Outcomes

On completion of this programme, you (graduating

analyse and interpret data and, when necessary,

Bachelors (Hons) Degree programme

BSc. (Honours) - Multimedia Technology

Please see pages 77 to 79

This programme develops your expertise in

Rationale of the Programme

In todays world the web has a significant presence

Programme Learning Outcomes

On successful completion of the programme, you

deploy appropriate theory, practices and tools

The demand for trained professionals with

Bachelors (Hons) Degree programme

BSc. (Honours) - Computer Science

This programme prepares you with a strong

Rationale of the Programme