Admissions and Registration

The Admission and Registration Department is one of the core academic support units, serving as a vital link between students, faculty, and administration. It is the department students interact with most throughout their academic journey—from initial admission and enrolment, through their years of study, up to graduation.

The department oversees all processes related to student admission, provides guidance on registration requirements, and ensures students are informed about academic regulations and procedures. It supports students with course registration, add/drop activities, and maintains accurate academic records. Additionally, the department issues essential graduation documents, including certificates and transcripts, ensuring a smooth and organised academic experience for every student.

Admission Requirements

The student must submit the following documents upon registration:

  • Completed College Application Form (obtained from the Admission and Registration Department).
  • Certified copy of the General Education Diploma.
  • Copy of National ID Card or Passport.
  • Four (4) passport-size photographs.
  • Completed Sponsorship Card (obtained from the Admission and Registration Department).
  • Official Sponsorship Letter from the sponsoring entity (e.g., ministry, company, or other approved organisation).
  • Payment of non-refundable application fee: 50 OMR.
  • Payment of non-refundable placement test fee: 25 OMR (if applicable).
  • Payment of non-refundable equivalency fee: 25 OMR (for transfer students).

Studying at or transferring to Bayan College

Bayan College welcomes applicants who wish to enrol, provided they meet the following conditions:

  • The applicant must satisfy all College admission requirements.
  • The applicant must have attended a college or university recognised by the Ministry of Higher Education, Research and Innovation (MOHERI) in the Sultanate of Oman.
  • Applicants entering the Foundation Program must take the Bayan College Placement Test to determine the appropriate level of study.
  • Transfer students from reputable institutions may have their credits evaluated on a case-by-case basis, provided they have earned a grade of “C” or higher.
  • Transfer credits may account for up to 40% of the total credit hours needed for a Bayan College degree.

Students transferring from another institution must submit the following documents:

  • A Certificate of Good Conduct and Behaviour from their previous college or university.
  • A completed Course Equivalency Form, available from the Admissions and Registration Department.
  • Payment of the non-refundable equivalency fee of 25 OMR.
  • Official transcripts and course descriptions from their previous institution.

Additional Notes:

Approved transfer credit hours will count toward the total number of credit hours required for graduation. However, grades earned at previous institutions will not be included in the student’s cumulative GPA at Bayan College.

Admission to Academic Programs

Bachelor of Arts students complete 30 credit hours of General Requirement courses in their first year before advancing to the second year, to the third year after completing 60 credit hours, and to the fourth year after completing 90 credit hours.

Credit Hours / Degree

Bachelor Degree

All Bachelor’s degree (excluding HDFS and Visual) students must complete 126 credit hours distributed as follows:

  • 30 Credit Hours/ General Requirement Courses
  • 36 Credit Hours /Department Courses
  • 42 Credit Hours /Major Courses
  • 18 Credit Hours /Elective Courses

Diploma

All Diploma students must complete 72 credit hours distributed as follows:

  • 30 Credit Hours/ General Requirement Courses
  • 36 Credit Hours/ Major Courses
  • 6 Credit Hours/ Elective Courses

Master Degree

All Master’s degree students must complete 33 credit hours.

  • 24 Credit Hours / Major Courses
  • 03 Credit Hours / Thesis
  • 06 Credit Hours / Electives

Duration of Study

  • A full-time student can complete a Diploma in 2–3 years and a Bachelor’s degree in 4–5 years.
  • The duration may vary depending on language proficiency and completion of the General Foundation Program.
  • These estimates assume a typical course load of 15 credit hours per Fall and Spring semester and six credit hours per summer semester.
  • Students may require additional time if they do not meet all program requirements within the standard schedule.
  • The teaching hours at the college extend from 8:30 AM to 9:00 PM, Sunday to Thursday.