The minimum entry requirement for the General Foundation Programme is a pass in the Omani General Education Diploma (or equivalent) with:
  • A minimum overall average of 65%.
  • A minimum of 60% in Mathematics (applied or pure).
  • A minimum of 55% in English Language.

For candidates who want to pursue a degree programme in Engineering, they need a minimum score of 60% in Physics in addition to the above general admission requirements.

All applicants will be asked to sit the “Placement Test” designed by GCET to assess their knowledge and skills in English, Mathematics and ICT. This test will be conducted in English only.

A student may transfer to GCET under the “Accreditation of Prior Learning” APL, needs to provide the college with certified documents from their previous college. This process is subject to a credit equivalency system, through which the student is provided with a study plan detailing the exemptions and the study requirements.
For more information, please see: Accreditation of Previous Studies