Director’s Welcome Message
Dear CEAP students:
On behalf of the Center for English as a Second Language & Academic Preparation (CEAP) at the Modern College of Business and Science (MCBS), I would like to extend a warm welcome to you all as you embark on this exciting and transformative phase of your lives.
Our program is designed to equip you with the essential skills and knowledge you need to excel later on in your credit courses and majors at the college. The combination of English courses, study skills, mathematics, and introduction to computing will serve as a solid foundation, preparing you for the challenges and opportunities that lie ahead.
Our diverse and experienced faculty members are committed to guiding you through this journey. They are not just here to impart knowledge, but also to facilitate your personal growth and development because your success is everyone’s success. Therefore, providing you with the support and resources needed to reach your academic goals is our top priority.
During your time at CEAP, I encourage you to embrace the challenges that come your way. Each lesson, discussion, and interaction will help you grow immensely. Moreover, I urge you to engage actively in both academic and extracurricular activities, ask questions and seek help when needed because everyone at CEAP is to ensure that you have a successful journey.
Once again, I welcome you to CEAP and MCSB. Rest assured that we are here to support you every step of the way and to make your time here remarkable and rewarding.
Ahmed Al Mata’ni, PhD
Director, Center for English as a Second Language & Academic Preparation
Short Introduction about CEAP
Adhering to the standards and the requirements of general foundation programs set by Oman Authority of Academic Accreditation and Quality Assurance (OAAAQA), the Center for English as a Second Language & Academic Preparation (CEAP) is dedicated to bridging any potential gaps between the student’s minimum academic skills upon graduating from high school and the academic level needed to succeed at the university level. This commitment is imperative to ensure that students are adequately prepared for their higher education studies.
More specifically, CEAP intends to help students improve their skills in English, Mathematics and Computing. CEAP program is a one-year experience with a provision for completion in a maximum of two years. The passing grade for all the English courses is a C grade (70 %), while 60 % is considered a passing grade for the two foundation mathematics courses and the computing course.
CEAP Vision
CEAP aspires to be a locally and regionally recognized center for providing quality English learning experiences for its students.
CEAP Mission
CEAP is committed to developing students’ English language proficiency, math skills, and computing skills to succeed in their credit courses at MCBS using the most innovative and effective educational practices that emphasize student-centered instruction. CEAP aims at helping students:
- achieve academic readiness
- develop their study skills and critical thinking
- become autonomous learners
CEAP Objectives
- Helping students enhance their English language proficiency in the four language skills (listening, reading, writing and speaking).
- Improving students’ knowledge in basic and applied /pure mathematics.
- Reinforcing students’ knowledge in basic computer applications.
- Equipping students with the fundamental study skills that will help them succeed in their higher studies.
Why MCBS CEAP?
CEAP Courses
MCBS Placement Tests
All newly joining students might be asked to take these tests:
- English Placement Test
- Mathematics Tests
- MATH 10
- MATH 20
- MATH 21
- Computing Test
- Part A (Theory)
- Part B (Practice)
Based on the results of the placement tests, students will be placed into one of the 3 levels as well as the appropriate mathematics and/or computing classes.