Technology and Applied Sciences unveils latest updates on 360 student startups
The University of Technology and Applied Sciences is one of the leading academic institutions in the Sultanate of Oman. During the 2025/2026 academic year, it welcomed over 10,563 students across its various branches, with expectations that the number will reach 12,000 students in the near future. The university offered nine Master's degree programs to support labor market specializations and launched a professional registry to document students' practical experiences, aiming to improve their readiness for the job market. Additionally, it introduced new projects and facilities to enhance infrastructure and activated two specialized research centers in AI ethics and strategic technological studies. The year also saw a significant increase in student-led startups, totaling 364 companies compared to 68 the previous year, supported by academic and applied initiatives in AI. The university achieved a 100% localization rate in administrative and technical positions and 42% in academic roles, with a hiring plan focused on attracting national talent. It also achieved research successes, publishing 1,226 scientific papers, inventing 30 patents, and working to direct scientific research towards national and developmental goals.
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