APPLY FOR ACADEMIC PROGRAMS

Overview

At Nasser Centre for Science and Technology (NCST), we are committed to fostering excellence by selecting motivated, talented, and committed students who are ready to thrive in our academic and vocational programs.

Our admissions process follows a holistic evaluation approach, assessing not only academic readiness, but also social and emotional development, communication skills, and the student’s motivation to succeed. This ensures that every admitted student is well-prepared to benefit from NCST’s unique learning environment.

Admission Process

1. Placement Tests & Interviews

All applicants are required to complete placement tests in:

• Mathematics
• English
• Arabic
• Analytical & IQ assessment

2. Early Specialization in High-Demand Fields

Unlike traditional secondary education, NCST allows students to specialize early in fields that shape the future economy.

Our academic tracks include:

• Artificial Intelligence
• Cloud Computing
• Cybersecurity
• Advanced & General Engineering (Electrical & Mechanical)
• Sport & Business Management

This approach enables students to discover their strengths early, build confidence, and graduate with real skills, not just grades.

In addition, personal interviews are conducted in both Arabic and English to evaluate:

• Academic readiness
• Communication skills
• Personal motivation
• Compatibility with NCST’s academic culture

These assessments ensure students meet the minimum academic standards required for enrollment.

2. Admission Criteria

• Applicants must be Bahraini citizens
• Admission is highly competitive, with limited seats available per program
• Passing placement tests is mandatory
• Admission offers are subject to program capacity and NCST discretion

Entrance Examinations – What to Expect

1. Arabic Language (Grammar & Writing)

Topics Covered:

• أقسام الكلام (الاسم – الفعل – الحرف)
• الفعل والفاعل والمفعول به
• الضمائر (أنواعها واستخدامها)
• أدوات الجزم والنفي
• الإعراب (بشكل مبسط)
• أنواع الجمل (اسمية وفعلية)

Written Component Includes:

• Short self-introduction (skills & hobbies)
• Language transformation (singular/plural, tense changes)
• Guided writing:
  Writing a short paragraph (4 lines) on a given topic
  (e.g. distance learning, describing a tourist attraction, or a memorable life event)

2. English Language (Grammar, Vocabulary & Writing)

Topics Covered:

• Vocabulary (synonyms, antonyms, odd-one-out)
• Grammar (tenses, sentence completion, plural/singular)
• Word relationships and analogies

Level: Upper basic to lower intermediate

Writing Sample:
Students write a 45–55 word email, for example:

• Planning a visit to another country
• Asking a friend to meet
• Suggesting an activity

This assesses writing clarity, structure, and communication skills.

3. Mathematics & Logical Reasoning

Topics Covered:

1. Numbers and their Operations:

• Number Operations: PEMDAS rule, Addition, Subtraction, Multiplication, Division, and Exponentiation.
• Number Representation: Number Base, Digits of Numbers and Decimal representation.
• Number Comparison: Trichotomy law, Equal, Not Equal, Less Than, and Greater Than.
• Rational Representation and Equivalence: Fraction, Decimal, Percent Ratio and Proportion.

2. Number Theory

• Prime factorization of an Integer
• Divisibility rules and Multiples of an Integer
• Sequence of Integers

3. Analytic Geometry:

• Simplifying Expression
• Solving Linear Equations
• Solving Linear Inequality
• Evaluating Linear Function
• Rectangular Coordinate System: Representation of Points, Lines, Midpoints, Parallel, and Perpendicular Lines.

4. Measurements:

• Unit Conversion: Unit Measures for Distance, Time, and Temperature.
• Finding the Perimeter and Area, of Geometric Objects (Triangle, Circle, Square, and Rectangle).

5. Statistics:
   • Mean (Average), Median, Mid-range, and Mode.

Skills Assessed:
Numeracy, logical deduction, problem-solving

4. Science & General Knowledge

Topics Covered:

• Electrical units (Ampere, Volt, Watt)
• Circuit types (series & parallel)
• Basic physics and chemistry concepts (e.g. activation energy)

Level: Basic (middle school foundation)

5. Analytical Thinking & Visual Reasoning

Topics Covered:

• Pattern recognition
• Figure and number sequences
• Logical arrangements
• Visual and logical puzzles

Skills Assessed:
Analytical thinking, spatial awareness, reasoning ability

Required Documents

Applicants must submit the following:

• Completed application form
• Copy of student’s passport and CPR
• Copies of both parents’ passports and CPR
• Grade 9 first-semester certificate
• Student medical report
• Recent passport-sized photograph
• Good conduct letter from previous school (can be submitted later)

For Transfer Students

Bahraini Public Schools

• Certified transfer certificate
• Grade 9 final report approved by the Ministry of Education

Private Schools

• Certified transfer certificate approved by the Private Education Section (MoE)
• Grade 9 final report

International Schools

• Certificates certified by:
  • Ministry of Education
  • Ministry of Foreign Affairs (country of origin)
  • Bahraini Embassy

Admission Period

Applications open according to the academic calendar and are processed on a space-available basis. Early application is strongly encouraged.

Applicants may:

• Apply online via the Online Registration Form, or
• Visit the NCST campus to complete registration in person

Confirming Registration

Successful applicants must confirm their offer in person within the timeframe announced on:

• NCST website
• SMS
• Email

To confirm enrollment, students must:

• Print the offer letter from the Admissions & Registration Department
• Submit any missing documents
• Sign required NCST forms

Conditional offers may be issued if documents are pending. Failure to meet conditions by the stated deadline will result in offer withdrawal.

Accepted Students

• Accepted student lists are published on the NCST website
• Notifications are sent via SMS
• NCST typically issues two rounds of offers
• Offers not confirmed by the deadline are considered declined

Accepted Students

• Accepted student lists are published on the NCST website
• Notifications are sent via SMS
• NCST typically issues two rounds of offers
• Offers not confirmed by the deadline are considered declined

Join NCST

Join Nasser Centre for Science and Technology and take the first step toward a future of academic excellence, innovation, and professional growth.

Let us guide you on your journey to success.

Apply via the Online Registration Form available here. Alternatively, visit our campus to complete the registration process.