
Muscat College is pleased to announce an exciting new partnership with the University of Westminster, London, UK, aimed at expanding educational opportunities for students in the region.
Initially, four programmes will be launched in the coming academic year, September 2025, under this new partnership:
- 1. Master of Science in Cyber Security and Forensics
- 2. Master of Science in Sustainability Management and Innovation
- 3. Bachelor of Science (Honours) in Data Science and Analytics
- 4. Bachelor of Arts (Honours) in Business Management (Digital Business)
This strategic partnership between Westminster and Muscat College confirms the commitment of both institutions to providing high-quality, globally-recognised education that meets students’ evolving needs and the demands of the international job market. The partnership is directly aligned with Oman’s Vision 2040 strategy, which aims to diversify the economy, enhance human capital, drive technological advancements, and promote innovation and sustainability across various sectors.
Through these offerings, students will have access to Westminster’s internationally respected curriculum, delivered locally at Muscat College. This collaboration aims to provide students with the knowledge, skills, and qualifications that will enable them to excel in a globalised world.
This partnership is a significant milestone in Westminster’s global strategy, aimed at expanding the reach of its educational excellence. The collaboration also aligns with Muscat College’s mission to provide students with high-quality, internationally accredited programmes, allowing them to gain valuable skills while staying in the region.
Stephen Wallis, Director of Transnational Education, commented:
“We are delighted to partner with Muscat College to bring our world-class academic programmes to Oman. This partnership reflects our commitment to transnational education and ensuring students have access to world-class education opportunities, no matter where they are based. The launch of these programmes is just the beginning of what we hope will be a long and successful collaboration, offering students a pathway to international career success while benefiting from local expertise.”
Dr. Khalfan Abdullah Al-Masruri, Dean of Muscat College, mentioned:
“We are thrilled to embark on this partnership with the University of Westminster, which aligns perfectly with our mission to provide high-quality, internationally accredited programmes. This collaboration not only enhances our academic offerings but also supports Oman’s Vision 2020-2040 by equipping our students with the skills and knowledge needed to thrive in a globalised economy. We look forward to a fruitful and enduring relationship that will benefit our students and the broader community.”
Professor Dibyesh Anand, Westminster’s Deputy Vice-Chancellor for Global Engagement and Employability, added: “As a global university, we are keen to engage with institutions committed to academic excellence as well as student support in different parts of the world; it is through partnerships that we can make a difference. We are very happy to have Muscat College as our first transnational partner in the West Asia and North Africa region and look forward to working together to prepare students to tackle local and global challenges and learn to be responsible global citizens.”