Introduction

These Terms and Conditions ("Terms") govern your use of Sultan Qaboos University's website, services, and facilities (collectively, the "Services"). By accessing or using our Services, you agree to be bound by these Terms. If you disagree with any part of these Terms, you must not use our Services.

Use of Services

When using our Services, you agree to:

• Comply with all applicable laws and regulations
• Respect the rights and dignity of others
• Provide accurate and complete information when required
• Maintain the confidentiality of your account information and credentials
• Use the Services for lawful and authorized purposes only
• Not engage in any activity that could damage, disable, or impair the Services

Academic Integrity

Sultan Qaboos University is committed to upholding the highest standards of academic integrity. All students, faculty, and staff are expected to adhere to principles of honesty, trust, fairness, respect, and responsibility in all academic endeavors. Violations of academic integrity, including plagiarism, cheating, fabrication, or unauthorized collaboration, may result in disciplinary action in accordance with university policies.

Intellectual Property

All content on our website and educational materials, including but not limited to text, graphics, logos, images, audio, video, and software, is the property of Sultan Qaboos University or its content suppliers and is protected by intellectual property laws. You may not reproduce, modify, distribute, or use any materials from our Services without prior written consent, except for educational and non-commercial purposes in accordance with fair use principles.

Research publications, academic works, and creative content produced by university members are subject to the university's intellectual property policies, which govern ownership, attribution, and commercialization rights.

User Accounts

When you create an account with us, you must provide accurate, complete, and current information. You are responsible for maintaining the confidentiality of your account credentials and for all activities that occur under your account. You agree to notify us immediately of any unauthorized use of your account or any other breach of security. We reserve the right to suspend or terminate accounts that violate these Terms or engage in inappropriate behavior.

Code of Conduct

All members of the university community are expected to conduct themselves in a manner that:

• Respects the rights, dignity, and property of others
• Promotes a positive learning environment
• Upholds academic integrity and ethical standards
• Complies with university policies and procedures
• Adheres to local laws and cultural values

Violations of the code of conduct may result in disciplinary action, including but not limited to warnings, probation, suspension, or expulsion from the university.

Limitation of Liability

Sultan Qaboos University and its affiliates shall not be liable for any indirect, incidental, special, consequential, or punitive damages resulting from your use of or inability to use our Services. We do not guarantee that our Services will be error-free, secure, or uninterrupted. You expressly understand and agree that you use our Services at your own risk.

Indemnification

You agree to indemnify, defend, and hold harmless Sultan Qaboos University, its officers, directors, employees, agents, and affiliates from and against any claims, liabilities, damages, losses, costs, expenses, or fees (including reasonable attorneys' fees) arising from your use of our Services, violation of these Terms, or infringement of any rights of a third party.

Governing Law

These Terms shall be governed by and construed in accordance with the laws of the Sultanate of Oman. Any disputes arising under these Terms shall be subject to the exclusive jurisdiction of the courts of the Sultanate of Oman.

Changes to Terms

We reserve the right to modify or replace these Terms at any time at our sole discretion. If a revision is material, we will provide at least 30 days' notice prior to any new terms taking effect. What constitutes a material change will be determined at our sole discretion. By continuing to use our Services after any revisions become effective, you agree to be bound by the revised terms.

Contact Information

If you have any questions about these Terms, please contact us:

Last Updated: May 10, 2025