Project Name:

Enhancing the SQU's Position in the World University Rankings

Project Objective:

To be among the top 300 universities in QS World University Rankings

Strategic Importance of the Project:

Improving the SQU's Ranking in QS World University Rankings

Today, SQU stands as a beacon of knowledge and an active local and international university engaged in collaborative projects and partnerships all over the world. The university is the only public institution with centers for research and education focusing on all regions of the world and participates in international conferences, workshops, training and joint-projects.

The International Cooperation Office (ICO) of the university has assisted the institution to achieve its goals through the process of internationalization. The role of ICO has been advanced over the time and now it engages itself with the agreements signed by international organizations, exchange programs for both students and researchers, joint-workshops, memberships established with international organizations, global initiatives, etc.

This website provides an overview of existing networks, partnerships and initiatives, and how the organization related to internationalization activities is structured.

Vision

Support  Sultan Qaboos University in achieving a strong worldwide reputation as an international institution.

Mission

Adopt an internationalization strategy through providing the highest, most efficient and professional network with national and international environment through local and international partners and collaborators around the world.

Objective

Manage the University's overall internationalization strategy deliberations and outreaching this nationally and internationally.

 Promote the University and its programs and research opportunities with a view to involve and attract more international 

Researchers through exhibitions, visits to sponsors and other institutions.

 Support the colleges, administrative units and university's hospital in their own international targeted promotional activities

Provide consultation and information to the university units with regards SQU international relations.

Facilitate arrangements for international visitors in coordination with relevant SQU units.

Support the university's staff, researchers and students exchange programs (incoming and outgoing) help with induction.

Facilitate joint research, conference, seminars, and symposium in coordination with relevant SQU units

Coordination and Follow-up Department

Student and Academic Exchange Department

Institutional Strengthening Department

International Cooperation Department