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Higher Education in Saudi Arabia
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Technical And Vocational Training Corporation
A government agency responsible of regulating and providing technical and vocational training in the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia since 1400 AH (1980 AD). The Council of Ministers Resolution No.(268) dated 8/14/1428 AH was issued to reorganize it and define its tasks and objectives. الجهة الحكومية المعنيّة بالتدريب التقني والمهني في المملكة العربية السعودية منذ عام (١٤٠٠هـ)، (١٩٨٠م)، وقد صدر قرار مجلس الوزراء الموقر رقم (٢٦٨) وتاريخ ١٤/٨/١٤٢٨هـ بإعادة تنظيمها وتحديد مهامها وأهدافها.
10001+ staff
Al Imam Muhammad Ibn Saud Islamic University
The mission of IMSIU is to nurture the intellect, creativity and moral values of men and women for leadership and service to society through high-quality learning and research. Guided by its Islamic traditions, IMSIU integrates academic excellence and Islamic commitment to build a peaceful, prosperous and caring world.
10001+ staff
Imam Muhammad Ibn Saud Islamic University
Imam Muhammad ibn Saud Islamic University in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia, was founded in 1953. In 1951, the university was established by merging the Islamic Law College and the Arabic Language College in Riyadh. In 1974, it was granted university status by royal decree. The university houses 12 faculties. It currently has more than students and 1,300 faculty. It has intermediate and secondary Islamic institutes in major cities of Saudi Arabia, Indonesia, Djibouti and Japan. The university as a cultural and intellectual institution aims to promote knowledge offering undergraduate as well as postgraduate studies. One of the most important aims is to promote translating and publishing as the university has its own print house. Moreover, the university achieves its goals within the Islamic Shari'a.
10001+ staff
Prince Mohammad Bin Fahd University
Prince Mohammad bin Fahd University is abbreviated by PMU (Arabic: جامعة الأمير محمد بن فهد ) is a new private university in Al Khobar, Saudi Arabia. The school is named after Prince Muhammad bin Fahd, Former governor of the Eastern Province. Degrees issued by PMU are internationally accepted and credit earned at the University is accepted for transfers in most US universities. General Prince Mohammad Bin Fahd University (PMU) is the first private institution of higher learning in the Eastern Province of the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia licensed by the Ministry of Higher Education and located in the Al-Khobar region of the Eastern Province. The initiative to establish the university was taken by a group of renowned individuals from the Eastern Province under the auspices of HRH Prince Mohammad Bin Fahd Bin Abdulaziz. PMU adopts the north American model of education and its system (administrative, financial and academic programs) was designed by Texas International Educational Consortium (TIEC). TIEC is a consortium of 32 American universities in Texas. The PMU is a learning-centered community where the emphasis is on the students, technology infuses the education experience, and students graduate with unique competencies that empower them and enable them to contribute to the Kingdom’s business and industrial community. These qualities make the PMU a unique institution in Saudi Arabia, yet the PMU is unquestionably a Saudi university. It fully embodies the cultural and religious values of the Saudi people.
201 to 500 staff
Alfaisal University
Alfaisal University offers wide range of Graduate and Undergraduate programs in its five colleges: Business, Engineering, Medicine, Pharmacy and Science. The programs have been designed in collaboration with distinguished international academic partners in order to satisfy the local and international market demands and to enable students to be prepared for employment. Located in the heart of Riyadh, the center for commerce, industry and research, Alfaisal offers its students opportunities to develop their full potential with outstanding facilities, inspirational academics and research-led teaching that enable our students to leave us as highly skilled, well-developed individuals able to make the transition into the workplace easily.
201 to 500 staff
Najran University
Najran University is a state-funded public research university located in Najran, Saudi Arabia, offering a variety of degrees in medicine, engineering, theology, computer sciences, and humanities. It hosts different research centers and labs such as Nano-Technology Research Center, Engineering and Scientific Research Center, Center for Sensors and Electronic Devices, etc.
1001 to 5000 staff
Prince Sattam Bin Abdulaziz University
جامعة سعودية حكومية أنشئت عام 2009 مقرها الخرج ولها عدد من الفروع في الدلم و حوطة بني تميم والأفلاج والسليل و وادي الدواسر تضم مجموعة من التخصصات العلمية والإنسانية والصحية والهندسية وتقدم مجموعة من البرامج الأكاديمية لمرحلة البكالوريوس والماجستير. تعمل الجامعة على تحقيق ومواكبة متطلبات التنمية والتوجهات الاستراتيجية للمملكة واعتمدت رؤية جديدة في الخطة الاستراتيجية تتمثل في" جامعة متميزة في التعليم, منافسة في البحث العلمي الداعم لاقتصاد المعرفة, وفاعلة في الشراكة والمسؤولية المجتمعية" متخذين شعاراً لنا " جامعة يفخر بها الوطن" من أجل تحقيق أهدافنا الطموحة لبناء جيل المستقبل وتمكين البحث العلمي وتسخير إمكانيات الجامعة لخدمة رسالة التعليم والمجتمع. The Prince Sattam bin Abdulaziz University is a state University established in 2009 and headquartered in AlKharj. It has a number of branches in the Governorates of AlDilam, Hotat Bani Tamim, Al-Aflaj, Alsulayyil, and Wadi Al-Dawaser. The University offers a range of undergraduate and postgraduate academic programs. The University endeavor to achieve the development requirements and the strategic objecitves of the Kingdom in higher education. Thus, the University Vision 2030 is that to be “a university that is distinguished in education, competitive in research in support of knowledge economy, and effective in partnerships and social responsibility”.
1001 to 5000 staff
Prince Sultan University
الحساب الرسمي لـ #جامعة_الأمير_سلطان | تأسست بتوجيه ومتابعة الملك سلمان بن عبدالعزيز | أول جامعة أهلية غير ربحية في السعودية 1418-1998 | Official account of PSU
501 to 1000 staff
Riyadh Elm University
Riyadh Elm University, Formerly Riyadh Colleges of Dentistry and Pharmacy (RCsDP) is a privately supported post-secondary educational institution located in Riyadh in the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia. The College was officially granted approval in February 2004 by the Ministry of Higher Education of the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia to offer professional baccalaureate degree programs in Dentistry, Dental Hygiene, Dental Assisting, Pharmacy and Medical Laboratory Technology. Vision: To become a preeminent educational institution locally, regionally, and internationally. Mission: Effective education and training with active contribution to scientific research and community service. Goals: The University aims to: 1- Graduate competent professionals to meet the needs of the labor market. 2- Engage in community service. 3- Conduct scientific research. 4- Provide competitive postgraduate programs. 5- Provide health care and promote health awareness to the public. 6- Encourage lifelong learning through accredited continuous education programs.
1001 to 5000 staff
Taif University
Location The main campus of Taif University is currently located in Al-Hawiyya, Taif Governorate, Emirate of Makkah, western region of Saudi Arabia, on the eastern slopes of the Sarawat Mountains at an altitude of 1700 m above sea level in the southwest of the Arabian Peninsula. TU also has three branch campuses in Taif Governorate: Taraba Branch (approximately 150 km from Taif), Khurma Branch (approximately 200 km from Taif), and Ranya Branch (350 km from Taif). The City of Taif is about 85 km away from Makkah, about 160 km from Jeddah, and about 800 km from Riyadh. The area of the City of Taif is about 80 km2. The City of Taif is located at the junction of the main roads coming from the south, north, east, and west, thus giving it a tourist, commercial, agricultural, and military reputation since ancient times, not to mention its playing host to delegations and conferences from within and outside Saudi Arabia in recent years. TU Stages of Development Royal Decree No. 115 was issued on 27/2/1400 AH establishing the College of Education in Taif as part of King Abdul Aziz University in Jeddah. Study began in 1401 AH, and the number of enrolled students was 85 male students and 180 female students in the following disciplines: Islamic studies, Arabic, English, Mathematics, and Biology, in addition to the Department of Educational Sciences as an ancillary department. After the establishment of Umm Al-Qura University, Royal Decree No. 24187 was issued on 27/10/1402 AH incorporating the College of Education in Taif into it. In 1419 AH, Royal Decree No. 17 was issued establishing the College of Science in Taif. Study was begun in the departments of Mathematics, Biology, Physics, and Computers. In the same year, Supreme Directives were issued to grant the King Saud Palace (which has a total area of m2), in Al-Hawiyya to house the two colleges and the branch administration on 18/5/1423 AH. Royal Decree No. 22042 was issued on 10/5/1424 AH to turn the Taif br
5001 to 10000 staff
Effat University
Overview: Effat University is the first private institution of higher education in Saudi Arabia. It was established in by the Queen Effat Al Thunayan, wife of late King Faisal. In keeping with Islamic quest for knowledge, Effat University is committed to being a leader in academic excellence and professional development. Vision Effat University strives to be recognized as one of the world's leading institutions in scientific discovery and innovation presenting solutions to societal challenges, and to serve as agent of change that advances inspired leaders and scholars in fulfilling Queen Effat Al-Thunayan Al-Saud's vision (God rest her soul). Mission Effat University prepares aspirational and effective leaders of international quality who contribute to national and global progress by interweaving Effat University Core Values into an innovative education which creates a culture of broad inquiry, intellectual engagement, and valuable societal impact.
501 to 1000 staff
Jazan University
By the end of the year 1436 AH, the total number of University students exceeded The number of faculty members and those with equivalent status until the beginning of the year (1436 AH) reached about (2,500) members. A large site was designated for the University City, with an area of square meters on the Red Sea coast north of Jizan. The foundation stone was laid by the Custodian of the Two Holy Mosques King Abdullah bin Abdul Aziz Al Saud – may God have mercy on him – on 10/14/1427 AH, corresponding to (11/15/2006). Until now, several projects have been completed, others are nearing completion, and many projects are still under implementation. Jazan University was established as per Royal Decree No.(6616 /M/B) issued on 12/5/1426 AH corresponding to 19/6/2005. The colleges:(Medicine, Engineering, Computer Science and Information Systems, and Community) constituted the nucleus of the University, then included the Teachers College, which was established in 1401AH (1981), and the Education Colleges for Girls established in 1412 AH, corresponding to (1992). Then other colleges were added to it that continued to be established; So that, by the end of the year 1435 AH corresponding to (2014), the number of its colleges reached (23). In addition, four Vice Presidencies have been established in the University, nine deanships, eight institutes, centers, and supporting units.
1001 to 5000 staff
Kaust King Abdullah University Of Science And Technology
Established in 2009, King Abdullah University of Science and Technology (KAUST) is a graduate-level research university located on the shores of the Red Sea in Saudi Arabia. KAUST is dedicated to advancing science and technology through interdisciplinary research, education and innovation. Curiosity-driven and goal-oriented research is conducted by students, faculty, scientists and engineers to address the world’s pressing scientific and technological challenges related to food, water, energy and the environment. The University currently educates and trains over 900 master’s and doctoral students supported by an academic community of 150 faculty members, 400 postdocs and 300 research scientists. With 100 nationalities working and living at KAUST, the University brings together people and ideas from all over the world. For more information visit
1001 to 5000 staff
King Fahd University Of Petroleum & Minerals - Kfupm
King Fahd University of Petroleum & Minerals (KFUPM) is the #1 ranked university in the Middle East and Africa, and ranked 67th globally (QS World University Rankings 2025). Established in 1963, KFUPM specializes in science, engineering, and technology with over 90 programs in areas like AI, quantum computing, robotics, and energy. With more than students and over faculty and researchers, KFUPM combines world-class education with cutting-edge research. The University hosts 20+ research centers and maintains strong collaborations with industry to drive innovation in key sectors. Through a globally focused, English-based education, KFUPM prepares students to lead and solve real-world challenges. Learn more at
1001 to 5000 staff
Prince Mohammed Bin Salman College Of Business & Entrepreneurship - Mbsc
Prince Mohammed Bin Salman College (MBSC) of Business & Entrepreneurship is a vital step towards creating an entrepreneurial eco-system within Saudi Arabia that is harmonious with HRH Prince Mohammed Bin Salman’s vision and aspiration to create opportunities for the intellectual development of all Saudi citizens. MBSC has brought in the best international curriculum and faculty to create an educational experience uniquely relevant to the needs of the community in order to unlock their hidden talent and develop them into globally competitive individuals who enhance Saudi Arabia’s social and cultural status Prince Mohammed Bin Salman College of Business & Entrepreneurship is a private, higher education institution for both men and women. It was established through an International partnership between Emaar The Economic City, Babson Global (a wholly-owned subsidiary of Babson College, USA) MISK Foundation, and Lockheed Martin. The college is located on the naturally preserved coastline of the Red Sea, 100km north of Jeddah in King Abdullah Economic City (KAEC), in the Bay La Sun district. The college offers Executive MBA, Master in Management, & Executive Education programs focused on entrepreneurial principles and practices. The programs have been developed in collaboration with Babson Global, and with Babson’s singular philosophy of Entrepreneurial Thought and Action® at their core. Our academic programs will give you the essential knowledge for creating economic and social value—anywhere, and everywhere. For more details, please visit our website
51 to 200 staff
Saudi Electronic University
It is a governmental electronic university, depends on distance educational method by using advanced technologies. The university provides an excellent and qualified modern education for all society members. According to the highest quality standards and best international practices. The university also, contribute to increase the efficiency of higher education institutions production. Also it, enhances the international presence of the Kingdom through the publication of Arabic and science and knowledge
501 to 1000 staff
University Of Tabuk
University of Tabuk is a higher education company based out of Saudi Arabia.
1001 to 5000 staff
College Of Business Administration
CBA Vision To be recognized as the pre-eminent business college that develops business leaders and nurtures entrepreneurial attitudes, skills and competencies. CBA Mission: Twofold To close the gap between education, job opportunities, and skills needed by business and non-business organizations. To provide our students with knowledge, skills and attributes required for leadership and success in the demanding local and global corporate business environment. CBA Objectives CBA’s Academic program aims to achieve the following objectives - Deliver excellent quality business education that caters to the needs of local, regional, and international business environment. Open new career opportunities for business employees and executives to further enhance their professional corporate growth through continuous improvement. Deepen and broaden executives managerial competencies, sharpen their problem solving and decision-making skills and enhance their efficiency and effectiveness. Develop initiative taking tendencies and skills by emphasizing the entrepreneurial spirit and orientation in course offering, contents, and administration. Provide choices of academic concentrations that match students career aims with their personal goals and development. Operationally, the College also aims to: Focus on entrepreneurship and the management of change. Develop strategic local and global perspectives through creating strong alliances with corporate entities, non-governmental community organizations and reputable international business schools. Emphasize leadership and innovation. Improve critical thinking, decision-making, and teamwork skills. Build holistic and integrative capabilities.
201 to 500 staff
English Language Institute Eli - Princess Nourah Bint Abdulrahman University Pnu
At the English Language Institute we believe that our students are our number one priority and so we put their needs and success above all else. Since 2018, we have been educating and equipping our students; the future Saudi female workforce; with essential and crucial English language skills. In line with 2030 vision, we strive to develop and prepare our students of today to be the leaders of tomorrow. The English Language Institute is part of Princess Noura Bint Abdulrahman University; the world’s largest women’s university. We work towards achieving PNU’s strategic objectives through enhancing the educational outcomes and improving the process of teaching the English Language on an international standard. The ELI is made up of highly experienced, skilled and passionate instructors and lecturers. We continuously research the most effective teaching methods in order to stay up-to-date in the world of academia and thus deliver the highest standard of training and education to our students. We provide English courses for the public to join, including: • General English • Academic English • English Speaking • IELTS Preparation • English for Young Learners • English for Teens • English Specialised courses Contact: Eli2-ep@pnu.edu.sa for inquiries
201 to 500 staff
Higher Institute For Plastics Fabrication
HIPF is committed to provide sound education and training practices in the field of Plastics Technology. HIPF is accredited by ACCET (Accrediting Council for Continuing Education & Training), an International Accrediting and Awarding organization recognized by the U.S. Department of Education. HIPF follow the ACCET standard to ensure the quality assurance and continuous improvement at every level. HIPF is the first specialized institute to serve the plastics industry in the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia. Established on 2004 and started its operation on September 2007 The Higher Institute for Plastics Fabrication was established as a non-profit institute in an agreement signed by the Saudi Ministry of Petroleum and Mineral Resources (MOPM), and the Technical and Vocational Training Corporation (TVTC), the SABIC Eastern Petrochemicals Company (SHARQ), and the Saudi Petrochemical Development Company (SPDC Ltd.), Japanese partner of Sharq. The establishment of HIPF aims to train Saudi youth to participate as skilled technicians in the booming plastics industry in the Kingdom under the supervision of Japanese experts with more than 30 years of experience from the prominent plastics industry in Japan. The institute offers a four-semester course that leads to a Diploma in Plastics Fabrication. The medium of instructions is English and trainings are conducted in industry-sized state-of-the-art plastics manufacturing plants. The Saudi Human Resource Development Fund (HRDF) and various Saudi plastics companies provide tuition fees and salaries for trainees. Currently, we have more than 500 enrolled trainees who undergo intensive theoretical and practical training on plastics fabrication processes such as; Injection Molding, Blown Film Extrusion, Blow Molding, Pipe Extrusion, Sheet Extrusion and Thermoforming and Plastics Test Methods. تأسس المعهد العالي للصناعات البلاستيكية في شعبان ١٤٢٨هـ كمعهد غير ر.
51 to 200 staff
Imam Abdulrahman Bin Faisal University
The legacy of Imam Abdul Rahman bin Faisal University goes back to 1395H (1975G) when it was established as a branch of the King Faisal University in Dammam (KFU-Dammam). After thirty-four years, in September 2009, it became an independent University under the name of "University of Dammam." Since that date, the University has grown vastly having branches covering Dammam City and another six Mohafazat in the Eastern Province (Qatif, Jubail, Alnairih, Qariah Olyia, Khafji, and Hafrul Batin). At that time, the University hosted 28 Colleges, 189 disciplines, 41,705 students, 2,067 faculty members and 4,917 staff. In April 2014, a Royal Decree was issued separating four branches (Alnairih, Qariah Olyia, Khafji, and Hafrul Batin) to establish a new university called “University of Hafrul Batin.” On 28/02/1438 (28/11/2016 m), by the Royal Decree no.(29402), the name of the “University of Dammam” was modified to “Imam Abdul Rahman bin Faisal University” (IAU). IAU now has 19 Colleges, 85 specializations, 38249 students, 3179 faculty members and 4,559 staff. Over the few previous years, the IAU has accomplished many of its objectives in infrastructure development as well as in academia by creating, developing and enhancing the University’s academic programs. The University has successfully overcome several obstacles and challenges associated with a growing academic institution and has matured into a leading international university ready to guide the next generation into the future.
5001 to 10000 staff
Mohammed Al-Mana College For Medical Sciences
MACHS, one of the higher education institutes that are specialized in healthcare education and applied vocational training, located in the Eastern Province, Kingdom of Saudi Arabia. MACHS excelled to promote the educational process for various health disciplinarians by following up with the most advanced and updated programs to establish a distinctive quality standard for health education and its outcomes. Academic collaboration and partnership with the American University of Beirut, the University of Oregon in the US, the Commission on English Language Program Accreditation (CEA), and the National Commission on Academic Accreditation and Assessment Education and Training Evaluation Commission. Which ensures the international standards of MACHS education.
201 to 500 staff
Ministry Of Education,riyadh,ksa
The progress of any nation entirely depends on the extent it achieves in building and developing its human resources. Higher education represents one of the most important means of developing human resources, which in turn is considered a strategic investment for any country. Through higher education programs, every nation manages to fulfill its needs of knowledgeable and skilled labor forces which labor market needs and which its national development requires. Higher education globally witnesses many of the changes, transformations and challenges imposed by the technical and information developments of the contemporary civilization. In the context of supporting the efforts of the universities and the institutions of higher education programs to reach advanced levels, the ministry has taken a number of qualitative initiatives aimed at raising the level of quality in universities which are represented in the three major projects. The first is the project of developing the creativity and the excellence of the faculty members. The second one is supporting the establishment of centers for research and scientific excellence in universities, in addition to what is approved in their budgets. The third project is to contribute with universities in supporting scientific societies. In order to continue the development of the Saudi system of higher education, the ministry has initiated the preparation of a strategic plan for the future of higher education over the following twenty-five years, a plan which adopted the name of (Horizons Project). These great developments in higher education in Saudi Arabia have reflected the noble patronage and the great interest of the Custodian of the Two Holy Mosques, the Crown Prince and the prudent Saudi Government.
501 to 1000 staff
Niagara College Ksa
Since 2014, Niagara College KSA (NC KSA) has operated technical and vocational training colleges throughout the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia in support of the Vision 2030 initiative and in partnership with the Colleges of Excellence (CoE). Headquartered in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia, NC KSA provides community and customized training based on Niagara College Canada's expertise and international track records as one of Canada’s most innovative and enterprising applied learning post-secondary institutions. With a strong focus on developing ‘world-’ and ‘work-’ ready graduates, NC KSA specializes in delivering a number of quality programs designed to prepare young men and women for successful entry into the workforce in the areas of Business, Event Management, Occupational Health & Safety, Information Technology, Graphic Design and Building & Construction. All NC KSA campuses also offer a foundation program for English language development.
201 to 500 staff
