Sultan Qaboos University is the realization of the promise announced by the sultan in 1980. Its vision is to continue its leading role in higher education and community service and to be internationally recognized for innovative research, the quality of its graduates, and strategic partnerships. It is mission is to excel in teaching and learning, research and innovation, and community service by promoting the principles of scientific analysis and creative thinking in a collegial and stimulating environment and to participate in the production, development and dissemination of knowledge and interact with national and international communities.