3rd February 2026
4th - 5th February 2026
Conference Theme:
Fostering Excellence in Health Professions Education (HPE) through Collaboration, Innovation, and Skill-building for Improved Healthcare Outcomes.
Target Audience:
- Educators, academics and scholars focused on medicine, nursing, pharmacy, and other health professions education
- Clinicians, physicians, nurses, pharmacists, and other healthcare professionals
- Students in Health Professions
- Educational leaders, Administrators and Healthcare Quality Professionals
- Innovation and technology Enthusiasts
National University ofScience & Technology
The National University of Science and Technology (NU) is a multi-campus, and multidisciplinary academic initiative established by the merger of three renowned professional institutions in Oman, namely, the Caledonian College of Engineering the Oman Medical College; and the College of Pharmacy. In 2022, two more colleges have been added to the University – College of Advanced Technology and the International Maritime College, Oman. NU has academic partnerships with three international universities : Glasgow Caledonian University in Scotland, West Virginia University, U.S and University of South Carolina, U.S.
Welcome Message from the Chair
Prof Mohammed Al Shafaee
Conference Chair & Dean – College of Medicine & Health Science
National University of Science & Technology
It is my great pleasure to welcome you to the 1st NU International Higher Education Conference on Health Professions Education—a landmark gathering committed to shaping the future of healthcare education through transformative innovation.
Hosted by the College of Medicine & Health Sciences at the National University of Science & Technology, this inaugural conference serves as a dynamic platform for educators, researchers, policymakers, and thought leaders from around the world. Together, we will explore cutting-edge approaches to health professions education, with a focus on technology integration, competency-based learning, advanced simulation, and interprofessional collaboration.
We are especially proud to feature contributions from renowned international speakers, whose insights and experiences will enrich our discussions and inspire new directions in teaching, learning, and professional development in the health sciences.
This event is more than a conference—it is a call to action for progressive, evidence-informed change in how we educate and train the next generation of health professionals. We are honored by your participation and look forward to the rich exchange of ideas, inspiring dialogue, and meaningful connections that will shape a more innovative and inclusive future for healthcare education.
Welcome, and thank you for joining us on this exciting journey.
Warm regards,
Goal of the Conference:
The conference aims to foster innovation and excellence in health professions education by engaging participants in meaningful discussions on emerging trends and transformative educational approaches. Through plenary sessions and workshops led by global experts, complemented by skill-building activities and the exchange of best practices, the event will provide a rich learning environment. Moreover, the conference will serve as a platform for networking, creating opportunities for collaboration among students, educators, researchers, and practitioners to advance their communities of practice.
Conference Tracks:
Discuss emerging trends, advancements and innovations in HPE related to:
- Teaching, Assessment and Evaluation.
- Regulatory Compliance, Accreditation and Quality Improvement.
- Technology assisted learning and assessment.
- Interprofessional and Team Learning.
- Teaching and assessment of Ethics, Professionalism and Health Humanities.
- Wellbeing, Resilience and Cultural sensitivity in the learning environment.
- Global Health, SDGs, and Planetary Health.
- Lifelong Learning, Professional Growth and Faculty Development.
Conference Committees:
Advisory committee
- Dr. P. Mohamed Ali
Chairman of Board of Directors, NU. - Dr. Ali Saud Al Bimani
Vice Chancellor, NU. - Dr. Salim Khamis Al Araimi
Deputy Vice Chancellor and Provost for Academic Affairs and Research, NU. - Dr. Mubarak Pasha
Deputy Vice-Chancellor, Administration & Finance Affairs, NU. - Mr. A Nizamuddin Ahmed
Assistant Vice-Chancellor for Community Engagement & Project, NU. - Prof. Christopher J. Martin
Director, Global Engagement Office, Director, Occupational Medicine Residency Program, West Virginia University, USA.
Organizing committee
- Prof. Mohammed Al Shafaee
Dean, College of Medicine & Health Sciences, NU (Chair). - Prof. Ciraj Ali Mohammed
Head, Medical Education Unit, COMHS, NU (Deputy Chair) - Prof. Khalid Al Balushi
Dean, College of Pharmacy, NU - Prof. Rashid Al Abri
Dean, College of Medicine & Health Sciences, Sultan Qaboos University - Prof. Fahad Al Zadjali
Dean, Oman College of Health Sciences, Ministry of Health - Dr. Salem Said Al Touby
Dean, College of Health Sciences, University of Nizwa - Dr. Huda Salim Al Numani
Dean, College of Nursing, Sultan Qaboos University - Dr. Hilal Al Rahbi
Dean, College of Health Sciences, University of Buraimi - Dr. Manal Al Zadjali
Dean, Higher Institute of Health Specialties - Dr. Fatma Al Maqbali
Associate Dean, Oman College of Health Sciences, North Batinah, Ministry of Health - Prof. Ramachandran K P
Dean, Deanship of Graduate Studies & Research, NU - Prof. John Muthusami
Assistant Dean, Clinical Affairs, COMHS, NU - Dr. Nasser Al Nazwani
Assistant Dean, Preclinical Affairs, COMHS, NU - Prof. Murali RV
Head, Quality Assurance, COMHS, NU
Other Committees:
Pre-Conference workshops:
Expand your conference experience by joining our expert-led Pre-Conference Workshops, delivered by global leaders in health professions education. Participants may select one morning and one afternoon session from the workshops listed below. If attending remotely, hybrid options allow seamless participation from any location. Registration for the main conference is required to attend any pre-conference workshop—onsite or online. Separate registration and fees apply to pre-conference workshops. Seats for onsite workshops are limited due to their interactive nature; selection operates on a first-come, first served basis and status will be updated on the website. If your preferred workshop is unavailable, alternative recommendations will be provided.
List of Workshops:
Morning (9:30 to 12: 30 pm)
- Leading and Sustaining Curricular Change in Health Professions Education – Prof. Janet Grant
- Developing Health Professions Educators Through Reflective Practice on Teaching – Dr. John Sandars
- Tips and Tools for Integrating Interprofessional Education into health professions curriculum – Dr. Alla El Awaisi
- Coaching and Mentoring in Health Professions Education – Dr. Susan Waller
- Online: Use of AI in the Assessment of Health Professions Education – Dr. Ken Masters
Afternoon (1:30 to 4:30 pm)
- Workplace-Based Assessment – Prof. John J. Norcini
- Online Learning in Health Professions Education: Design to Delivery – Dr. Chris Tuffnell
- Advancing HPE Through Simulation-Based Approaches – Dr. Jacqualine Maria Dias
- Integrating Social Accountability into the Health Professions Curriculum – Dr. Mohamed Hassan Taha
- Online: Embedding Patient Safety in the HPE Curriculum – Dr. Fatma. S.O. Al Dhabbari
Registration
Registration fee:
Regular Registration:
Staff / Faculty / Researchers
OMR 70 ($175)
Students
OMR 35 ($90)
Registration fees for Pre-conference Workshops:
One session
15 OMR ($ 40)
Two sessions
25 OMR ($ 65)
If you are a student participant:
After completing the registration process, please send a scanned copy of a bonafide letter to the following email address: [email protected]
** All registration fees paid for the conference are non-refundable and non-transferable. This applies to cancellations due to visa issues, personal reasons, or inability to attend.
Abstract submission
General guidelines:
- Language: All abstracts must be in English.
- Eligibility: Work must relate to HPE. Clinical research, when submitted, must demonstrate clear educational implications.
- Originality: Abstracts must report completed work or substantive interim findings. Proposals are ineligible.
- Relevance: Submissions should address local /global HPE challenges and innovations.
- Authorship: Maximum 6 authors allowed per abstract. The designated presenting author must register for the conference and attend in-person.
- Affiliation: Only 1 primary affiliation per author is allowed.
- AI Use: Declare any use of generative AI tools at the end of abstract and ensure human oversight. AI cannot be listed as an author.
- Conflict of Interest: Declare any conflicts at the end of abstract.
- Submission Limit: Presenting author will be eligible to present maximum 2 accepted items (2 Oral presentations or 1 Oral+1 Poster presentation).
- If you have any questions or need help, please write to [[email protected]]quoting your submission title and ID.
- Confirmation of the submission of your submission will be sent to the emails of all authors listed in the submission.
- Information on submission outcome will be sent to submitting the author’s email by Tuesday, 25 November 2025 .
- All accepted abstracts are being planned to be published in a Scopus-indexed journal.
Guidelines for Presentation and Abstracts
- Oral:
Format: 7-minute presentation + 3-minute Q&A (in-person themed session).
File type: MS word
Word count: Max 250 words, excluding title and references
Abstract Structure:
| (a) Track | Mention one of the 8 conference tracks as relevant |
| (b) Phase of Education | Undergraduate, Postgraduate, CPD, Others |
| (c) Title | Max 16 words; concise and topic-specific; no abbreviations. |
| (d) Authors | Full name, institutional affiliation and email are mandatory. |
| (e) Context | Problem statement, educational gap, and/or relevance of the work to HPE. |
| (f) Methods | Study design, population, interventions, and analytical approach. |
| (g) Results | Completed or interim findings in text format are mandatory. |
| (h) Discussion & Conclusion | Interpretation of findings and implications of the work for HPE practice/research. Briefly state any major limitations. |
| (i) References | Max. 3 references in Vancouver style. |
Guidelines for Presentation and Abstracts:
2. Poster
Format: Physical Poster displayed at conference venue in portrait orientation (printing required).
File type: MS word
Word count: Max 250 words, excluding title, tables, and references
Abstract Structure:
| (a) Track | Mention one of the 8 conference tracks as relevant |
| (b) Phase of Education | Undergraduate, Postgraduate, CPD, Others. |
| (c) Title | Max 12 words |
| (d) Authors | Full name, institutional affiliation and email are mandatory. |
| (e) Background | Must be concise. |
| (f) Methods | Summary of the work and/or scientific methods involved. |
| (g) Results | Key results preferably as Tables and Pictures. |
| (h) Discussion | Interpretation of findings and implications of the work for HPE practice/research. |
| (i) Take-home Message/s | Preferably as bullet point/s. |
| (i) Reference | 1 most relevant reference in Vancouver style. |
Post acceptance, PowerPoint poster templates along with specific printing and displaying instructions will be provided to the authors for design consistency.
Pecha Kucha Competition: Call for Abstracts
OMSB CPD credits
Participant
| Day 1 | 1 |
| Day 2 | 4.5 |
| Day 3 | 5 |
| Total | 10.5 |
Speakers
| Credit Hours | 5 |
Moderator
| Credit Hours | 10 |
Main Organizer
| Credit Hours | 10.5 |
Organizer
| Credit Hours | 10 |
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Contact Us
Conference Secretariat
College of Medicine & Health Sciences
P.O. 391, P.C. 321
Sohar, Sultanate of Oman
Tel: +968-2685 2005/2685 2007
Email: [email protected]