Academic System

The normal academic load ranges from 12 to 18 credit hours during a regular semester. The academic load may be increased to a maximum of 22 credit hours with the approval of the Dean of the College for academically outstanding students or students expected to graduate, in accordance with the regulations and requirements of the academic program

The maximum academic load during the summer semester is 10 credit hours. This limit may be increased to 12 credit hours for students expected to graduate who need additional courses to fulfill their graduation requirements during the summer term

Academic study plans are structured around prerequisite and co-requisite requirements that ensure the proper sequencing of courses. Students may be required to successfully complete certain courses before enrolling in others, while some courses may require concurrent enrollment in related courses during the same semester in accordance with the approved study plan

Students placed on academic probation are subject to special registration regulations and may not register for more than 15 credit hours per semester. This measure is intended to help them improve their academic performance and raise their cumulative GPA

Bachelor’s degree programs normally extend over four academic years comprising eight semesters, while Associate Diploma programs extend over two academic years comprising four semesters. Academic regulations define both the minimum and maximum duration of study to ensure the completion of graduation requirements in accordance with the approved study plan

Bachelor’s degree students may be absent for up to 30% of the scheduled contact hours of a course, while Associate Diploma students may be absent for up to 25% of the scheduled contact hours. Exceptions may be considered in cases supported by officially approved excuses in accordance with the applicable academic procedures and regulations

Medical excuses and exceptional circumstances are accepted in accordance with the College’s approved regulations, provided that the required official documentation is submitted within the specified timeframe. Students are responsible for monitoring their academic status and communicating with the course instructor or the Admissions and Registration Department whenever circumstances arise that may affect their academic attendance or progress

Students who exceed the permitted absence limit without an approved excuse may be denied access to the final examination for the course. In such cases, the minimum failing grade shall be recorded in accordance with the academic regulations governing the study program

Regular attendance and active participation in educational activities contribute significantly to improving academic performance and enhancing opportunities for success and excellence. Therefore, the College encourages students to attend classes consistently and make use of office hours and academic advising services whenever needed

A student may withdraw from one or more courses during the period allowed in the academic calendar. The withdrawal is recorded in the student’s academic record in accordance with approved instructions, with applicable academic and financial implications as defined by the academic system and the College’s regulations

A student may apply for study deferral for one or more semesters in accordance with the approved regulations, in cases that require a temporary interruption of study, without losing the right to resume and complete their academic program after the deferral period ends

A student is considered to have discontinued their studies if they fail to register during the semester without prior approval for study deferral. Resumption of studies after discontinuation is subject to the College’s approved academic procedures and regulations

Students who have discontinued their studies or lost their registration status may apply for re-enrollment in accordance with the conditions and regulations specified in the academic system, ensuring the completion of their study program requirements in a formal and structured manner

The College advises students to regularly follow the academic calendar and adhere to the specified deadlines for add/drop and deferral processes, as missing these deadlines may result in the loss of certain academic options or delay in graduation

Examinations are held according to the dates specified in the academic calendar, and students are required to comply with the examination rules and regulations. The final examination is considered a fundamental component of the assessment process in most academic courses

A student is considered to have passed a course upon meeting the approved passing requirements of the academic program. In the event of failure, the student must retake the course in accordance with the study plan and applicable academic regulations

The semester GPA is calculated based on the student’s results in a single academic semester, while the cumulative GPA reflects the student’s overall academic performance across all semesters completed within the academic program

Academic grades are awarded based on the student’s cumulative GPA. These grades are used to determine the student’s academic standing and eligibility for certain academic benefits or graduation requirements

A student has the right to submit a request to review the result of any course within the specified period after the announcement of grades. All requests are handled in accordance with the approved academic procedures, ensuring fairness and transparency