Mission
The mission of the GFP is committed to equipping its students with the skills required in English Language, Mathematics and Information Technology to perform and contribute effectively as active, critical thinkers in the academic environment of the college’s diploma and degree programmes; and to become productive, capable and responsible graduates who will add value to the community and society as a whole.
Philosophy
The GFP philosophy for students to progress in English, Mathematics and Information Technology adopts a communicative, collaborative approach to teaching and learning, emphasizing the following: learning by doing; learning through active participation; learning through reflective practices; learning through meaningful production; and learning through exposure to sustainable, portable skills that can be applied at different levels of complexity in a variety of situations. This philosophy is driven by a qualified, experienced and supportive staff who provide the tools and skills necessary to enable students to engage in effective learning.
Graduate Attributes
Each GFP course has course specifications which outline the skills and content of the level. Each cohort comprises Learning Objectives, the means by which students practise to fulfil Learning Outcomes which, in turn, contribute to students demonstrating many of the competencies required in achieving CBFS Graduate Attributes. These attributes are as follows:
1) being Knowledgeable;
2) being an Effective Communicator;
3) being a Critical Thinker;
4) being Digitally Literate;
5) being a Lifelong Learner;
6) being Socially Responsible.
CONTACT DETAILS
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Dr Mark William Watson
Director, Centre for Preparatory Studies
Tel: 22059745
Email:mark@cbfs.edu.om
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Ms Laila Shahin Al Balushi
Deputy Director – Administration and Curriculum
Centre for Preparatory Studies
Tel: 22059748
Email: lailas@cbfs.edu.om
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Ms Salma Yahya Hamood Al Hasaini
Campus Co-ordinator
Tel: 22059746
Email: wafa@cbfs.edu.om
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Ms Waad Al Harrasi
Campus Co-ordinator
Tel: 22059747
Email: waad@cbfs.edu.om