A Beacon of Scholarship & Learning
The University of Nizwa is a non-profit university located in the cultural heartland of Oman. Opened in 2004, the university recalls Nizwa’s history as a bastion of arts and culture, and as a beacon of scholarship and learning. Inspired by our inestimable heritage and tradition, the University of Nizwa embarks upon its mission to deliver a 21st century research institution to the region, and ensures that this former capital will endure as a source of illustrious leaders. Construction of a new campus site is underway, while the full array of educational services is currently offered at the founding site.
At a Glance
- The first non-profit higher educational institution in the Sultanate of Oman.
- Over 6,000 students, more than 80% of whom are young Omani women.
- Experienced international faculty.
- Colleges of Arts & Sciences, Economics, Management & Information Systems, Engineering & Architecture, and Pharmacy & Nursing.
- Wide array of undergraduate and graduate degree programs, including MBA.
- DARIS Research Center in Biological and Chemical Sciences (Completed 2010).
- Fully Bilingual, English and Arabic Education.
- Host of Arabic-language students from over ten elite American universities, including NYU, Princeton, and Yale.
- Academic cooperation with 13 international institutions, including the University of Wisconsin System.
- Numerous student run clubs, groups, and organizations allow students to get involved at the University and in the local community.
- Many university sponsored activities including guest lecturers and trips for personal and professional development.
- Summer study abroad programs and other international study and internship opportunities.
A Bright Future
The University of Nizwa is comprised of four colleges that offer a wide array of programs designed according international standards. Our core curriculum aims to achieve broad-based cultural literacy, and to graduate leaders at the nexus of English and Arabic and Information Technology. In addition to supporting burgeoning sectors in the regional economy – such as Architecture, Education, International Trade & Finance, and Petroleum Engineering – the University of Nizwa promotes the values of academic excellence, leadership through research and technology, quality management, and sustainable development.