Graduate Attributes - Sohar University

Sohar University (SU) has developed a set of seven generic transferable skills and competencies which are referred to as Graduate Attributes. They define the essential skills and competencies that students will acquire throughout their studies, regardless of their chosen discipline or level. They are also considered in the development and review of all programs and inform the teaching and learning methods and assessment approach. These attributes are mapped to the six OQF characteristics (“Knowledge”; “Skills”; “Communication, Numeracy, & Information Communication Technology (ICT) Skill”; “Autonomy and Responsibility”; “Employability and Values”; and “Learning to Learn”.

The purpose of the attributes is to outline for students, faculty, and prospective employers the expected skills and competencies of SU graduates and their achievement of subject-specific learning outcomes.

Communication

Verbal & written interpersonal and professional communication skills: relationship building, selling, marketing, handling customer relations, influencing/negotiation skills.

Information Technology

Computing, information technology and keyboard skills, word processing, spreadsheets, data handling and producing, email & internet usage.

Numeracy

Analytical and logical reasoning: application of numbers, calculation and mathematical problem solving.

Creativity and Problem Solving

Innovative, intellectually autonomous, flexible, adaptable, ability to handle change/pressure, decision-making and risk taking.

Team Working

Ability to work with others, understand and work within a horizontal communication framework, co-ordinate people, and an ability to work collaboratively and be motivational.

Social and Ethics Responsibility

Self-discipline, effective time management, behave in a socially and environmentally responsible manner, appreciative of cultural diversity.

Critical Judgement

Ability to analyse and make informed and critical judgments on a wide array of subjects and materials.