University Events in Oman: Conferences, Workshops, and Academic Gatherings in the Next 30 Days

Oman's universities are gearing up for an active period of academic conferences, workshops, and cultural events with several key registration and submission deadlines falling in the next 30 days. While the academic calendar is in full swing, students, researchers, and professionals have opportunities to participate in events ranging from artificial intelligence and engineering to environmental sustainability and cultural dialogue.

🔑 Key Takeaways

• University of Nizwa is hosting two major international conferences in April with registration deadlines in mid-February 2026
• Early bird registration for ISAA 2026 (AI conference) closes February 15 with discounted fees for students
• ICCEET 2026 engineering conference has paper submission deadline on February 20 and early registration on February 15
• Arab Open University Oman hosts a cultural dialogue event on February 16
• Registration fees for academic conferences range from 5 OMR for undergraduate students to 100 USD for standard attendees

🎓 Major Academic Conferences with Upcoming Deadlines

ISAA 2026: International Conference on Intelligent Systems and AI Applications

The University of Nizwa, in collaboration with HSE University (Russia) and the University of Technology and Applied Sciences (UTAS) Ibri, will host the International Conference on Intelligent Systems and Artificial Intelligence Applications on April 1-2, 2026. The hybrid conference (virtual and physical) focuses on emerging trends in intelligent systems.

Key Dates:

• Early Bird Registration Deadline: February 15, 2026
• Acceptance Notification: February 15-22, 2026
• Conference Dates: April 1-2, 2026

Registration Fees:

• Early Bird: $80 (before February 15)
• Standard: $100
• Student: $60
• On-site: $125

How to Register: Complete the registration form via Google Form on the conference website and process payment through the conference portal. Note that registration fees are non-refundable.

Contact: isaa2026@unizwa.edu.om | +968-25446434, +968-99834546

Website: www.unizwa.edu.om/ISAA2026/

ICCEET 2026: International Conference on Creative Engineering and Emerging Technologies

The College of Engineering and Architecture at the University of Nizwa is launching its inaugural International Conference on Creative Engineering and Emerging Technologies from April 27-29, 2026. Selected high-quality papers will be invited for publication in a Scopus-indexed journal.

Key Dates Within Next 30 Days:

• Early Registration Deadline: February 15, 2026
• Paper Submission Deadline: February 20, 2026
• Acceptance Notice: February 28, 2026

Registration Fees:

• In-Person (Early): 40 OMR / $104
• In-Person (Late): 50 OMR / $130
• Online (Early): 20 OMR / $52
• Master/PhD Student: 10 OMR / $26 (early)
• Undergraduate Student: 5 OMR / $13 (early)

How to Submit and Register: Submit papers via Microsoft CMT platform at cmt3.research.microsoft.com/ICCEET2026 and complete registration through the Google Form on the conference website.

Payment Details: Bank Muscat, IBAN: OM030270381012681350062, SWIFT: BMUSOMRXXXX, Remark: "ICCEET2026"

Contact: ICCEET@unizwa.edu.om

Website: www.unizwa.edu.om/ICCEET2026/

🗣️ Cultural and Social Events

Conversation About Life and Social Values

Arab Open University Oman is hosting a cultural dialogue event titled "Between the strange and the mainstream, a conversation about life and social values" on Monday, February 16, 2026.

Event Details:

• Date: Monday, February 16, 2026
• Time: Doors open at 18:00, event starts at 19:30
• Location: Arab Open University Oman, Muscat
• Price: From $41.47 USD

The event addresses contemporary crises such as family disintegration, communication difficulties, and the collapse of social relationships, emphasizing the importance of family in building psychological, social, and healthy balance.

🔬 Cybersecurity Innovation at Middle East College

While no specific events with dates in the next 30 days were confirmed, Middle East College continues to operate the Hadatha Center for Cybersecurity Manufacturing, launched in partnership with Oman's Ministry of Transport, Communications and Information Technology. The center regularly organizes hackathons, workshops, and training programs focused on cybersecurity innovation.

According to the Ministry of Transport, Communications and Information Technology, the Hadatha initiative aims to develop creative solutions that enhance data protection, fortify digital infrastructure, and support Oman's digital transformation. Students and professionals interested in cybersecurity opportunities should contact Middle East College directly for upcoming Hadatha programs.

📊 Why This Matters for Oman

These academic conferences and events directly support Oman Vision 2040's pillars of education, research, and innovation. The focus on artificial intelligence, engineering, and cybersecurity aligns with the nation's digital transformation goals and efforts to build a knowledge-based economy.

The affordable registration fees, particularly for students (as low as 5 OMR for undergraduate participants at ICCEET 2026), demonstrate a commitment to making academic participation accessible. With hybrid attendance options and collaboration between Omani universities and international institutions, these events provide valuable networking opportunities and exposure to global research trends.

For students and researchers at Omani universities, participating in these conferences offers opportunities to present research, gain publication credits in international journals, and connect with academic and industry leaders in emerging technology fields.

📚 Sources

• International Conference on Intelligent Systems and Artificial Intelligence Applications (ISAA 2026), University of Nizwa
• International Conference on Creative Engineering and Emerging Technologies (ICCEET 2026), University of Nizwa
• Between the strange and the mainstream event, Arab Open University Oman, Platinumlist.net
• Ministry of Transport, Communications and Information Technology launches Hadatha Center for Cybersecurity Industry at Middle East College, MTCIT
• Registration begins for hackathon to boost telecom cybersecurity, Muscat Daily, December 3, 2025