Higher College of Technology Rankings
| Ranking | Category |
|---|---|
| #7056 of 14,131 | In the World |
| #2743 of 5,830 | In Asia |
| #6 of 41 | In Oman |
| #4 of 11 | In Muscat |
| #5382 of 5,728 | For Materials Science |
| #6031 of 6,684 | For Engineering |
| #6064 of 6,447 | For Chemistry |
| #6372 of 6,603 | For Physics |
Quick Review
- Type
- Non-profit
- Funding
- Public-private
partnership - Highest Degree
- Bachelor
- Website
- www.hct.edu.om
- Languages
- English
- Acceptance rate
- 72%*
* The Higher College of Technology is among the institutions that don't provide data on acceptance rates. This might happen because the university has programs where applicants only need to meet admission requirements to enroll and don't necessarily compete with others.
We estimate the above acceptance rate based on admission statistics of closely ranked nearby universities with similar research profiles that do publish such data.
Research profile
Higher College of Technology has published 335 scientific papers with 465 citations received. The research profile covers a range of fields, including Engineering, Chemistry, Physics, Computer Science, Materials Science, Liberal Arts & Social Sciences, Mathematics, Business, Medicine, and Environmental Science.
Higher College of Technology majors
by publication & citation count
Annual publication & citation counts
| Year | Publications | Citations |
|---|---|---|
| 1998 | 1 | 2 |
| 1999 | 0 | 2 |
| 2000 | 0 | 0 |
| 2001 | 3 | 7 |
| 2002 | 0 | 6 |
| 2003 | 1 | 5 |
| 2004 | 0 | 12 |
| 2005 | 0 | 13 |
| 2006 | 0 | 7 |
| 2007 | 0 | 5 |
| 2008 | 1 | 11 |
| 2009 | 0 | 9 |
| 2010 | 1 | 13 |
| 2011 | 2 | 12 |
| 2012 | 0 | 0 |
| 2013 | 2 | 8 |
| 2014 | 0 | 7 |
| 2015 | 2 | 7 |
| 2016 | 0 | 8 |
| 2017 | 1 | 9 |
| 2018 | 3 | 4 |
| 2019 | 2 | 5 |
| 2020 | 60 | 36 |
| 2021 | 306 | 333 |
| 2022 | 11 | 17 |
Tuition
The tuition table for Higher College of Technology gives an overview of costs but prices are approximate and subject to change and don't include accommodation, textbooks, or living expenses. The costs of programs might differ significantly for local and international students. The only source of truth for current numbers is the university's official website.
| Program | Duration (years) | Tuition Cost (OMR) |
|---|---|---|
| Foundation Program | 1 | 2,000 |
| Bachelor of Applied Science | 4 | 2,000 per year |
| Bachelor of Engineering Technology | 4 | 2,000 per year |
| Bachelor of Business Administration | 4 | 2,000 per year |
| Bachelor of Education | 4 | 2,000 per year |
| Bachelor of Science in Computing | 4 | 2,000 per year |
| Bachelor of Science in Information Technology | 4 | 2,000 per year |
| Bachelor of Science in Applied Mathematics | 4 | 2,000 per year |
| Bachelor of Science in Applied Physics | 4 | 2,000 per year |
| Bachelor of Science in Applied Chemistry | 4 | 2,000 per year |
| Master of Applied Science | 2 | 3,000 per year |
| Master of Business Administration | 2 | 3,000 per year |
| Master of Education | 2 | 3,000 per year |
| Master of Science in Computing | 2 | 3,000 per year |
| Master of Science in Information Technology | 2 | 3,000 per year |
| Master of Science in Applied Mathematics | 2 | 3,000 per year |
| Master of Science in Applied Physics | 2 | 3,000 per year |
| Master of Science in Applied Chemistry | 2 | 3,000 per year |
Programs and Degrees
The table below displays academic fields with programs and courses that lead to Bachelor's, Master's, and Doctorate degrees offered by Higher College of Technology.
Note that the table provides a general overview and might not cover all the specific majors available at the university. Always visit the university's website for the most up-to-date information on the programs offered.
| Programs | Bachelor | Master | Doctoral |
|---|---|---|---|
| Art & Design | No | No | No |
| Biology | No | No | No |
| Business | Yes | No | No |
| Chemistry | No | No | No |
| Computer Science | Yes | No | No |
| Economics | Yes | No | No |
| Engineering | Yes | No | No |
| Environmental Science | No | No | No |
| Liberal Arts & Social Sciences | Yes | No | No |
| Mathematics | No | No | No |
| Medicine | No | No | No |
| Physics | No | No | No |
| Psychology | No | No | No |
| Bachelor's Degree | Accountancy, Applied Chemistry, Biology, Civil Engineering, Computer Networks, Information Technology, Laboratory Techniques, Multimedia, Structural Architecture, Surveying and Mapping |
|---|
Higher College of Technology faculties and divisions
| Department/Division : Applied Sciences | Biology, Chemistry, Environmental Studies, Physics |
|---|---|
| Department/Division : Business Studies | Accountancy, Human Resources, Marketing |
| Department/Division : Engineering | Civil Engineering, Structural Architecture, Surveying and Mapping |
| Department/Division : Fashion Design | Fashion Design |
| Department/Division : Information Technology | Information Technology, Mathematics, Multimedia |
| Department/Division : Pharmacy | Pharmacy |
| Department/Division : Photography | Photography |
General information
| Alternative names | HCT كلية التقنية العليا |
|---|---|
| Founded | 1984 |
| Accreditation | Ministry of Manpower |
Location and contacts
| Address | PO Box 74 Al-Khuwair, 133 Oman |
|---|---|
| City population | 1,421,000 |