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Oman Tourism College

Seeb, Oman • Founded 2001

Updated Oct 2026 · Source: otc.edu.om

Overview

English Name: Oman Tourism College
Founded: 2001
Institution Type: College
Control Type: Private
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Oman Tourism College is a specialist higher education institution in Seeb, Muscat, devoted to tourism and hospitality.

It presents itself as the only college in the Sultanate focused entirely on this field, and it teaches more than 800 students. The college is part of the Omran Group family of companies.

Teaching is organised around four subject areas: Business Enterprise, Event Management, Tourism Marketing, and Tourism and Hospitality. Each can be studied as a four-semester diploma or an eight-semester BSc (Hons), with part-time routes running over six and ten semesters.

Applicants who do not qualify for direct entry begin with a three-semester General Foundation Programme, and placement tests decide the level at which each person joins.

Part-time classes meet in the evenings from Sunday to Wednesday, which suits people already working in the industry. Technological University Dublin in Ireland oversees the quality assurance of every undergraduate programme, and the Omani ministry responsible for higher education, research and innovation attests the college's certificates.

Its tour guide programme was accredited in 2020 by WFTGA, the international tourist guide federation. Outside lectures, students take part in events, activities and trips, and the college also runs short courses.

Applications are accepted for a Fall and a Spring intake, and international applicants follow a visa process set out on the website.

Location & Contact

Below are Oman Tourism College's address, location, and primary contact channels.

Address: P.O. Box 2008, C.P.O
Postal Code: 111
Phone: 0096824512345
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Academic Details

Oman Tourism College's student body, faculty composition, and recognition framework are below.

Accrediting Agency: Ministry of Higher Education
Admission Requirements: Applicants need the General Education Diploma or an equivalent; those without it need approval from the Omani higher education ministry. Everyone is placed on the three-semester General Foundation Programme unless they qualify for direct entry: a foundation programme finished at another Omani institution within the past 2 years; English-medium study assessed through Accreditation of Prior Learning; an IELTS score of 5.0 (or a comparable TOEFL result) plus Maths and IT placement test scores above 60%; or an OTC placement test result of at least 85% in English and 40% in Maths and IT, plus a successful interview. Others sit a placement test setting their starting point (Foundation semester 1, 2 or 3, or undergraduate).

Faculties & Divisions

Oman Tourism College's faculties and the subjects each covers are listed below.

Hospitality and Training (Department/Division) 1 subject offered

Specialisations & Subjects

  • Hotel and Restaurant
Language Studies (Department/Division) 1 subject offered

Specialisations & Subjects

  • Modern Languages
Tourism and Management (Department/Division) 2 subjects offered

Specialisations & Subjects

  • Management
  • Tourism

Programs Offered

Every programme Oman Tourism College currently runs, grouped by degree level and searchable.

8 programmes on record. Compare these on the programs page All programs in Oman

Bachelor's Degree 4 programmes

Diploma 4 programmes

Diploma in Business Enterprise
Business & Management

Programme website (opens in a new tab)

Diploma in Event Management
Business & Management

Programme website (opens in a new tab)

Diploma in Tourism and Hospitality
Tourism & Leisure

Programme website (opens in a new tab)

Diploma in Tourism Marketing
Tourism & Leisure

Programme website (opens in a new tab)

Scholarships in Oman

Oman-wide scholarships, relevant to students considering Oman Tourism College or other institutions there.

Cultural and Scientific Cooperation Programme
Ministry of Higher Education, Research and Innovation (Oman) · Government funded · International students · Full Tuition
Scholarships that pay tuition fees only, offered under the Omani Programme for Cultural and Scientific Cooperation to non-Omani students; living costs are not listed as covered.
MoHERI External Scholarships
Ministry of Higher Education, Research and Innovation (Oman) · Government funded
Ministry-funded financial aid that lets Omani students study at an approved overseas higher education institution; HEAC's guides define internal and external scholarships as the two ways the ministry sponsors study. The cost components covered per student are set in HEAC's annual guide, which was not readable in this run.
MoHERI Internal Scholarships
Ministry of Higher Education, Research and Innovation (Oman) · Government funded
Ministry-funded financial aid that lets Omani students complete an undergraduate degree at a private higher education institution inside Oman. National University of Science and Technology calls it a full scholarship and says ministry-sponsored intake is regulated by HEAC; the per-student allowance and exact cost coverage are published only in HEAC's annual...
PDO Community Scholarship Programme
Petroleum Development Oman · Corporate funded · Living Stipend
PDO-funded undergraduate scholarships, run with the Ministry of Higher Education, Research and Innovation, that let students from PDO's concession area choose any undergraduate programme and receive a monthly allowance for up to five years, to Bachelor's level.
PDO Tawteen Teacher Education Scholarship
Petroleum Development Oman · Corporate funded
PDO sponsors the education of students at the University of Technology and Applied Sciences who train as teachers and then return to work in schools in their own towns and villages; the agreement is signed with the Ministry of Education and runs for four years.

How to apply to Oman Tourism College

Step-by-step guidance for applying to Oman Tourism College, in five steps.

  1. 1
    Research programmes at Oman Tourism College

    Use the programme finder to browse Oman Tourism College's 8 active programmes. Filter by keyword or scan by degree level. Read curriculum details on each programme's dedicated page if available.

  2. 2
    Review admissions criteria

    Programme-level requirements at Oman Tourism College typically include academic transcripts, language proficiency proof, identity documents, and a personal statement or interview. Confirm specific requirements with the admissions office.

  3. 3
    Gather supporting documents

    Prepare academic transcripts, ID/passport copies, language proficiency proof, a personal statement, and reference letters. International candidates may need apostilled or notarised translations — start early to avoid deadline pressure.

  4. 4
    Lodge your application

    Oman Tourism College processes applications through www.otc.edu.om. Create an account, fill out the application form, and submit your documents. Note application deadlines, which vary by intake and programme.

  5. 5
    Confirm receipt and track progress

    Confirm receipt of your application with the admissions office and keep an eye on your portal for status changes. Reach the institution by phone at 0096824512345. Quick responses to any follow-up requests keep your application moving smoothly through the review process.

Frequently Asked Questions about Oman Tourism College

Concise answers to common questions about Oman Tourism College.

When was Oman Tourism College founded?

Oman Tourism College was established in 2001 (approximately 25 years ago).

Where can I find Oman Tourism College?

The institution is located in Seeb, Oman.

Is Oman Tourism College a public or private institution?

It is a private higher-education institution.

What qualification levels does Oman Tourism College offer?

Oman Tourism College delivers bachelor's programmes across its academic units.

Is Oman Tourism College officially recognised?

Oman Tourism College is accredited by Ministry of Higher Education.

How do I find Oman Tourism College online?

Oman Tourism College's official website is www.otc.edu.om.

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