Middle East College

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Middle East College
Al Khawarazmi Block - Middle East College.jpg
Teaching and Learning Block 1, named after the Islamic mathematician, astronomer and geographer, Abu Abdallah Muhammad ibn Musa al-Khwarizmi
MottoEnterprising. Resilient. Impactful.
Type Private university college
Established2002;23 years ago (2002)
FounderDr Abdullah Saif Ahmed Al Sabahi, Lefeer Muhamed Marakkarackayil
Accreditation Oman Authority for Academic Accreditation and Quality Assurance of Education (OAAAQA)
Academic affiliations
Coventry University, NHTV Breda University of Applied Sciences
Dean Dr Saleh Al Shaaibi
Studentsc.4500[ when? ][ citation needed ]
Location,
Oman

23°34′04″N58°10′05″E / 23.5679°N 58.1680°E / 23.5679; 58.1680
CampusOver 10 ha (25 acres)[ citation needed ]
Colours    Blue and red
Website mec.edu.om
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Middle East College

Middle East College (MEC) is a private college[ citation needed ] based in Muscat, Oman. It is one of the leading higher education institution in the Sultanate of Oman, [1] with over 5,100 students. MEC is affiliated to Coventry University, UK. [2] It is located in the Knowledge Oasis Muscat.

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Middle East College has undergraduate and postgraduate programmes in the disciplines of engineering, business, and technology. MEC has partnerships with Microsoft IT Academy (ITA), [3] Oracle Academy Initiative Program, Cisco Networking Academy Program, EC-Council Scholarship, [4] SAP, Linux Professional Institute and Information Technology Authority, Oman.

History

The Middle East College was founded in 2002 by Dr. Abdullah Saif Ahmed Al Sabahy, [5] and Mr. Lefeer Muhamed, [6] in association with Sultan's Special Forces Pension Fund (SSFPF).[ citation needed ]

Teaching and Learning Block 2 (4,600m ), named after Abu al-Walid Muhammad ibn Ahmad ibn Rushd, a philosopher and scientist Ibn Rushd Block - Middle East College.jpg
Teaching and Learning Block 2 (4,600m ), named after Abu al-Walid Muhammad ibn Ahmad ibn Rushd, a philosopher and scientist
Learning Resources Block (4,200m ), named after the Arab lexicographer and philologist, Al-Khalil ibn Ahmad al-Farahidi Al Khalil Block - Middle East College.jpg
Learning Resources Block (4,200m ), named after the Arab lexicographer and philologist, Al-Khalil ibn Ahmad al-Farahidi
Facilities Centre (4,200m ), named after the Arab historiographer and historian, Ibn Khaldun Facility Centre - Middle East College.jpg
Facilities Centre (4,200m ), named after the Arab historiographer and historian, Ibn Khaldūn
MEC Student Hub, opened in 2016 Student Hub - Middle East College.jpg
MEC Student Hub, opened in 2016

Academic aspects

MEC is primarily a teaching college and not research led. [7]

MEC has the following academic programmes:[ citation needed ]

Accreditation

MEC is accredited by the Oman Authority for Academic Accreditation and Quality Assurance of Education (OAAAQA) with the highest ratings in the country for Teaching Quality and Research Performance. [8]

In addition, several programmes are accredited or recognised by international professional bodies, including:

These affiliations link academic delivery at MEC with professional standards and graduate certification opportunities. [9]

Recognition

A 2023 survey by the Oman Economic Review ranked Middle East College as the most preferred private higher education institution in Oman for graduate recruitment. [10]

In 2024, MEC received the award for Best Graduate Development Programme in the GCC at the HRM Summit held in Bahrain. [11]

At the inaugural Times Higher Education Awards Arab World, the college was recognised among the top 8 institutions in the region in two categories:

Student activities

Student clubs include a Computing Club, Electronics Club, Design Club, Photography Club, Math Club, Net Club, Business Society, Drama Society, and the English Speaking Society.[ citation needed ]

Students from 27 countries are undertaking their studies in Middle East College.[ when? ][ citation needed ]

MEC has established links with academic institutions around the world to enable its students to participate in cultural exchange programs in:

MEC partners with the following institutions:


Student chapters

Google Developer Group

MEC hosts a Google Developer Group (GDG) on Campus chapter based in Muscat. [19] The group has multiple members and organises workshops, tech talks, and speaker sessions on topics such as deep learning, AI in teaching, personal branding, and leadership. [20] It provides students with exposure to emerging technologies, networking, and learning opportunities beyond regular coursework. [21]

Professional Partnerships

MEC holds multiple formal partnerships with global professional bodies and technology organisations to enhance skills, certifications, and exposure for students and staff:


See also

References

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  2. " International collaborations", Coventry University , January 10, 2009. Accessed April 5, 2010
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