SUC campus aims to create a positive and vibrant learning climate by fostering a
dynamic and lively interaction with the diverse students emanating from various
other accredited educational institutions and universities that are located in the
United Arab Emirates.
DESCRIPTION OF FACILITIES
The land area with the campus of SUC consists of approximately 40 acres of land.
The forty acre site is located in the education hub in the south east in the University
City gives an added advantage to the institution. The SUC moved to this new location
in August 2006, with an overall area of 166346.99 sq. mtr (Length: 353.82m; Width:
483.82m) and total build up area of 6843.69 sq. mtr X 2 = 13687.38 sq. mtr. The
following table shows the optimum utilization of the land area:
Facility
|
Capacity
|
Area Covered (Sq. Mtr)
|
Total Land Area
|
483.82 X 345.13
|
166980.80
|
Classrooms
|
30
|
1697.59
|
Computing Centers
|
3
|
242.59
|
Library Center (With Reading Facility & discussion rooms)
|
1
|
631.26
|
Rental Book Store
|
1
|
Within Library
|
Printing Center
|
1
|
34.26
|
Medical Room
|
1
|
39.62
|
Meeting Room
|
1
|
68.16
|
Common Room
|
2
|
187.70
|
Multi-Purpose Hall
|
1
|
255.08
|
Gym facility (With changing room)
|
1
|
188.13
|
Full-Time Faculty Rooms
|
23
|
324.84
|
Adjunct Faculty Rooms
|
7
|
108
|
Server Room (IDF)
|
2
|
37.04
|
Mosque & Ablution
|
1 1
|
230.01
|
Administrative Rooms
|
17
|
360.96
|
Canteen
|
1
|
271.31
|
Wash Room
|
8
|
212.11
|
Storage Area
|
3
|
102.96
|
Classrooms with audio-visual equipments
SUC has 30 classrooms that are equipped with state of the art audio visual equipments
provided with Internet connections. Classrooms are available for group viewing and
individual viewing by using CD ROM based interactive CDs and Video cassettes. All
faculty members use these facilities consisting of LCD projector and computer as
an instructional aid. The computers can be connected to the Internet for additional
resources.
Library
The library is dedicated to providing learning resources to the academic programs
and research activities. It is located at the first floor of the SUC building. The
print collection consists of around 15,850 reference books with approximately 6750
titles, 26 magazines and around 17 scientific journals. In addition to the 15,850
reference books from the business section which is common to both the Undergraduate
and Graduate requirement, in addition a separate MBA section is developed to include
books that are more specific to the Graduate study. The library has a seating availability
for 150 users and it also has separate rooms for group discussion. Library holdings
are available through the online public access catalog system (OPAC). Using this
catalog, the users can access book titles, full-text journals, and electronic databases.
An inter-library loan service is also available for the SUC Library users where
materials can be obtained from other universities/colleges. The library is open
Sunday through Saturday from 0900 hrs to 2200 hrs.
Newspaper clipping service
The library also subscribes to several newspapers and has a special service of newspaper
clipping in which important news related to the subject areas is clipped and is
maintained for future reference. This is done by the library staff with the help
of faculty from different subject field on daily basis.
Bulletin Boards
Bulletin boards are available at SUC for posting informational notices. Student
Counseling Office is responsible for updating the bulletin boards. Notices may only
be displayed on designated bulletin boards and for a period of time. No notices
may be posted on glass doors or building walls.
Computer Labs
The SUC has three computer laboratories with around a total of 140 computers with
different configurations to match the requirements of the curriculum. Assisted by
a lab officer, students are free to use this facility with prior appointment. All
the computers have Internet accessibility. The computers in the lab are regularly
updated for uninterrupted access by the students.
Physics Lab
The SUC has a physic lab which is equipped with all basic facilities to support
the academic program under general education requirements. The Computing department
staff together with the help of the Physic faculty makes sure that the lab is equipped
to the required standards.
Printing & Photocopying Center
The SUC has a printing and photocopying centre located in the library with two heavy-duty
photocopiers and printers for students to take photocopies and print their assignments.
However, extensive care is taken to protect the copyrights of publishers.
Students Email Accounts & Portal Services
Each student is issued an unique Email ID for institutional communication, additionally
students are also given access to the portal services which enables them to get
information about their Attendance, Grades, Courses Enrolled, Faculty Teaching,
results etc, the students are issued individual username and passwords for using
this facility.
Cafeteria Services
The SUC has a cafeteria located at the ground floor wherein food is available at
subsidized rates to the students.
Hostel
The SUC provides separate Hostel/Student accommodation for boys and girls. The management
and supervision of the hostels is done by the Sports department.
Lockers
Lockers; where the students can keep their respective belongings and the keys will
be issued to the students through the sports department. Students leaving the SUC
due to cancellation, transfer to other institution or graduation are requested to
return the key to the concerned person.
Lost and Found
Lost and found items will be kept in Administration Department; Students are encouraged
to report of any missing items as soon as possible.
Mail Services
All the mails addressed to the students are kept in the Administration Department.
Students are requested to check their respective mails weekly.
Parking [Campus]
Students who use their own transportation are requested to collect the car stickers
from the Administration Department. Students are requested to park their car on
their designated area without blocking other cars. Students are urged to drive slowly
and cautiously when entering and leaving the premises.
SMS Services
The administration also provides SMS services to inform the students of any emergency
needs that might arise.
Wireless Services
Wireless services are activated in the campus for accessing the internet services.
Online Services
Students can use the online services available for their various requests.
Mosque and Prayer Rooms
Prayer room including ablution is located in the First Floor for men and women separately.
Common Room
Common room is designated to students for the celebration of birthday or for conducting
rehearsals for any upcoming events.
Registry and Records
A permanent record reflecting the academic achievements of each student who enrolls
at the SUC is maintained by the Administration department. Comprehensive student
records contain information related to admission, transfer credit assessment, registration,
disciplinary actions, academic assessment, progress towards degree, grade point
average, transcripts from other institutions and graduation.
Multi-purpose hall
The Sports department provides facilities for various games such as Table Tennis,
Badminton, Chess, Carom etc in the multipurpose hall which can be utilized by the
students between 11 A.M. to 7 P.M. during their break time and afternoon.
Gymnasium
The Sports department provides a well equipped gym which can be used by its Students,
Staff and faculty. Students have to ensure they register their names with the Sports
Department before they can use the well equipped Gym facilities. Students can use
this facility between 11.30 A.M. to 7 P.M. and 1 P.M. to 1.30 P.M. from Sunday to
Thursday wherein the days allocated to boys are Sunday, Tuesday and Thursday and
for girls it is on Monday and Wednesday. Boys and girls are not allowed to use the
gym simultaneously.
Health Services
The SUC has a medical room equipped with first aid facilities and medicines for
General illness and sports injuries etc. Sports Department always keeps first aid
ready at three different places in the campus. In cases of serious illness or injuries,
SUC will refer students to Al Qasimia Hospital, which is the nearest Hospital. Also,
our SUC has tied up with Dr. Sunny's Clinic in cases of any emergency which is within
the close proximity more details are available with head of Sports Department.
Hostel and Transportation
The university college provides hostel facilities to its overseas students at a
very nominal and affordable fee. The fees of AED 1450/- (USD 400/-) includes rent,
water and electricity. Seeing the cultural ethics of Sharjah, accommodation is separate
for girls and boys with round-the-clock security arrangements. This is a fully furnished
apartment on twin sharing basis. Rooms are spacious and have good facilities like
bed, mattress, cushions, study table, television, cable connection, room service,
kitchen with cooking facilities etc.
Transportation comes at an additional cost of AED 300/- per month. The A/C buses
will pick them up from the hostel and drop to the campus and vice versa. In the
near future, the institution is also planning for weekend excursions for the overseas
students.