The Doctor of Philosophy (PhD) program in Management is the first program of its kind in Oman. In the pursuit of the strategic national development objectives, the program aims to align the research output with Oman Vision 2040. The goal of the program is to develop high-performing researchers who can work both independently and collaboratively leading teams in conducting research with significant social impact and policy implications. The first cohort of doctoral students was accepted in Fall 2...

Program is in line with the vision, mission and objectives of SQU and the CEPS, which call for gaining an international recognition in education, research and innovation by continually improving the learning and research environment, engaging in innovative and multi-disciplinary research, and contributing to national development and international cooperation. IRSS-Ph.D.

The objective of the program is to produce graduates qualified specialists to work in universities and research centers, educational institutions, ministries, and provide students with knowledge about the diverse methods of modern scientific research. The program seeks to prepare a distinct educational cadres in Teaching and Educational Research and Technical Supervision and Curriculum Development in educational institutions, and rehabilitation properly scientific and educational knowledge and s...

Doctoral candidates are required to produce a thesis containing original work of suitable merit to demonstrate their command of the relevant research methodology and their ability to undertake independent research. The thesis should make a significant contribution to the body of knowledge in the specific area, as demonstrated by at least one paper being published or accepted for publication in an international, specialized, refereed journal. The student should identify the research problem in co...

The student should complete the course work requirements specified in the degree plan with a minimum cumulative GPA of 3.00. For the thesis, the candidate is required to conduct the necessary literature review, undertake the research, analyse the results, write the report and communicate the results at an oral defense. This work need not necessarily be original research, but should be a new application of ideas. The student should identify the research problem in consultation with the supervisor...

The PhD program in ELT at SQU aims to prepare specialists, researchers, teacher educators and other related professionals who can respond to current educational issues posed at both the international scene and the local Omani environment. The program also aims to provide students with experience, knowledge and skills required to pursue careers in academia or educational leadership and to develop students’ research skills through conducting research and participating in college and collaborative...

The objective of the program is to produce graduates qualified specialists to work in universities and research centers, educational institutions, ministries, and provide students with knowledge about the diverse methods of modern scientific research. The program seeks to prepare distinct educational cadres in Teaching and Educational Research and Technical Supervision and Curriculum Development in educational institutions, and rehabilitation properly scientific and educational knowledge and ski...

The student should complete the course work requirements specified in the degree plan (24 credits of postgraduate courses that include 5 required courses (15 credits) and 3 elective courses (9 credits) with a minimum cumulative GPA of 3.00. Students must pass all the courses and obtain a GPA > 3.0. To be eligible to register later for a Master’s degree.

The student should complete the course work requirements specified in the degree plan with a minimum cumulative GPA of 3.00. For the thesis, the candidate is required to conduct the necessary literature review, undertake the research, analyze the results, write the report and communicate the results at an oral defense. This work need not necessarily be original research, but should be a new application of ideas. The student should identify the research problem in consultation with the supervi...

The student should complete the course work requirements specified in the degree plan (24 credits of postgraduate courses that include 5 required courses (15 credits) and 3 elective courses (9 credits) with a minimum cumulative GPA of 3.00.

The student should complete the course work requirements specified in the degree plan (24 credits of postgraduate courses that include 5 required courses (15 credits) and 3 elective courses (9 credits) with a minimum cumulative GPA of 3.00.

The student should complete the course work requirements specified in the degree plan with a minimum cumulative GPA of 3.00. For the thesis, the candidate is required to conduct the necessary literature review, undertake the research, analyze the results, write the report and communicate the results at an oral defense. This work need not necessarily be original research, but should be a new application of ideas. The student should identify the research problem in consultation with the supervisor...

The program requires satisfactory completion of 30 credit hours of course work, in addition to research leading to a thesis (6 credit hours

The Department of Islamic Sciences derives its objectives from the mission of the university, and from the principles of the mission of the College of Education which is based on the principles of the true religion.

Doctoral candidates are required to produce a thesis containing original work of suitable merit to demonstrate their command of the relevant research methodology and their ability to undertake independent research. The thesis should make a significant contribution to the body of knowledge in the specific area, as demonstrated by at least one paper being published or accepted for publication in an international, specialized, refereed journal. The student should identify the research problem in co...