Sharjah Higher Colleges of Technology provides a first-rate academic and professional work environment for its faculty and staff. It prides itself in its high standards for excellence and for accommodating the needs of faculty and staff. Emphasis is on best practices in instruction through team structured programs that focus on student centered learning.

The Sharjah College campuses are set in the tranquil surroundings of University City, a planned development of academic institutions with immaculate gardens and impressive, Arabic architecture.

University City is located in the emirate of Sharjah. The expansive college grounds are a pleasant work environment covered in a carpet of lush green grass offset by luxuriant and colorful shrubs and palms.

Staffed by many Western expat teachers, the collegiate atmosphere is enhanced by supportive management and faculty supervisors. Depending on the department, teachers are assigned either private offices or an individual work space in an open office area.

Campuses have the latest and most up to date facilities and classrooms. Teaching facilities and lecture rooms are modern, spacious and well equipped with all the necessary electronic and audio visual instructional resources including Smart boards, overhead projectors, video players and computers.

There are plenty of opportunities for professional development and one can stay on top of changing technology through the many workshops that are offered. There are on-going conferences, exhibits, forums and guest speakers.

Faculty and staff are encouraged to participate and be proactive in the many events and activities of the Colleges. Whether its Family Day or Mosaic, there is a calendar of scheduled performances, competitions and other enrichment experiences.

Sharjah Men's College and Sharjah Women's College are separate but next to each other on the same campus area of University City. It is not unusual for male or female faculty and staff to teach or participate in activities at both colleges.

The United Arab Emirates is an Islamic country. The emirate of Sharjah is by nature conservative and this is reflected in the behavior and dress of the students on campus.

Housing accommodation for faculty and staff is off campus, mainly in the surrounding suburbs of Sharjah or nearby Ajman. Some teaching staff are housed in Dubai, a 40-minute drive away on good roads.