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In August 2024, Alexandria University’s Faculty of Engineering in Egypt hosted a transformative workshop on sustainable design using Building Information Modeling (BIM) technology. Spearheaded by Dr. Lamiaa Mostafa from Dhofar University in Oman and supported by Dr. Mohamed Assem, Acting Head of Alexandria University’s Architectural Engineering Department, the workshop attracted significant interest from academics and […]

In partnership with Vienna’s Green Building Solutions (GBS) Summer Program, Dhofar University’s College of Engineering enabled engineering student Abdullah bin Ahmed Beit Othman to gain hands-on experience in sustainable architecture. Over a month, Abdullah participated in intensive training focused on eco-friendly building techniques, learning energy-efficient design and carbon reduction strategies through sustainable materials and recycling […]

In line with Dhofar University’s commitment to preparing new students and providing essential guidance for a rewarding academic experience, the College of Engineering, led by Dr. Abbas Hassan, organized an orientation workshop for freshman students in Architecture and Interior Architecture. The workshop aimed to equip students with necessary insights into the college’s administrative structure and […]

In line with Dhofar University’s commitment to encouraging student engagement in research and fostering sustainable architectural practices in Oman, the College of Engineering has achieved a notable presence on the international stage. Engineering student Al Shamukh Al Mahsli’s research paper, titled “Urban Design Principles for Sustainable and Well-Being Compounds in the Sultanate of Oman,” was […]

A research paper by Dhofar University engineering student Rawan Anwar Al-Waer, titled “Sustainable Dwelling Design Principles in Libya: Strategies for Eco-Friendly Architecture,” was recently accepted at the Libyan International Conference for Applied Science and Engineering (LICASE 2). The conference, held on October 29-30, 2024, in Tripoli, serves as a global platform for researchers to exchange […]

In an accomplishment that highlights student excellence and creativity, a team from Dhofar University has earned distinction in the 2024 NASA Space Apps Challenge, one of the world’s most prestigious science and technology competitions. Hosted in Oman for the second year and organized by the National University in Ibra, this event underscores the nation’s commitment […]

Dhofar University’s College of Engineering recently hosted “Urban October 2024” to strengthen community partnerships with government, private sector, and educational institutions, focusing on the theme “Youth at the Heart of Urban Planning.” Collaborating with the Ministry of Housing and Urban Planning’s Dhofar branch, the event aimed to empower youth and integrate them into urban planning […]