Bachelor of Science in Chemical Engineering

The Bachelor of Science in Chemical Engineering at King Abdulaziz University is a five-year program comprising 155 credit units. It prepares students to apply mathematics, chemistry, physics, and engineering sciences to the efficient, safe, and sustainable conversion of raw materials and energy into valuable products and services. The curriculum progresses from material and energy balances, thermodynamics, fluid mechanics, heat and mass transfer, chemical reaction engineering, and separation processes to process modeling and simulation, process control, plant and process design, process safety management, experimental unit operations, and a senior project. It also incorporates modern computational tools, engineering economics, technical communication, laboratory practice, and industrial experience. Students in the regular track complete 400 hours of summer training, while students in the cooperative track undertake 1,000 hours of supervised industrial experience. Elective courses provide additional exposure to polymers, engineering materials, catalysis, petroleum refining, natural gas, petrochemical technology, and industrial pollution control. The program prepares graduates for professional engineering practice, leadership, research, and postgraduate study in chemical engineering and related fields. KAU identifies the program as accredited by the Engineering Accreditation Commission of ABET under the applicable General and Chemical Engineering Program Criteria.

Bachelor of Science in Civil Engineering

The Bachelor of Science in Civil Engineering is the only undergraduate program offered by the Department of Civil and Environmental Engineering at King Abdulaziz University. The department was established in 1975 as the Department of Civil Engineering and was renamed in 2019 in response to the growing need for engineering solutions to environmental challenges. The program spans construction engineering and management, geotechnical engineering, structural engineering, transportation engineering, and water resources and environmental engineering. The program prepares civil engineers with a strong foundation in mathematics, science, engineering mechanics, materials, design, analysis, and experimentation, reinforced by laboratories, field training, and a senior project. Graduates learn to design safe, sustainable, and resilient infrastructure and to make professional and ethical decisions that consider public health, safety, welfare, and environmental, economic, and societal impacts. The first cohort of female students was admitted in 2025. According to the bulletin, the program is accredited by the Engineering Accreditation Commission of ABET.

Bachelor of Science in Electrical Engineering (Biomedical)

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The Bachelor of Science in Electrical Engineering (Biomedical) prepares graduates to apply electrical engineering principles to the design, development, operation, and maintenance of advanced medical technologies and healthcare systems. The program integrates electrical engineering, electronics, instrumentation, signal processing, computer systems, and biomedical sciences to address challenges in modern healthcare and improve the quality of patient care. The curriculum provides a solid foundation in mathematics, natural sciences, engineering fundamentals, and biomedical engineering while emphasizing medical instrumentation, biomedical signal and image processing, physiological systems, medical electronics, embedded systems, healthcare technologies, and engineering design. Students gain extensive laboratory experience, complete engineering design projects, and participate in industrial training that strengthens their technical and professional competencies. The program promotes innovation, interdisciplinary collaboration, ethical engineering practice, lifelong learning, and research excellence, enabling graduates to contribute to the advancement of healthcare technologies and support Saudi Vision 2030 through innovation in medical devices, digital health, and biomedical engineering.

Bachelor of Science in Electrical Engineering (Computer)

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The Bachelor of Science in Electrical Engineering (Computer) prepares graduates to design, analyze, implement, and maintain modern computer-based systems by integrating electrical engineering principles with computer engineering technologies. The program provides a comprehensive education in digital systems, computer architecture, embedded systems, microprocessors, electronics, communication systems, software-hardware integration, and intelligent computing. The curriculum combines a strong foundation in mathematics, natural sciences, and engineering fundamentals with advanced specialized courses, laboratory experiences, engineering design projects, and industrial training. Students develop the technical knowledge and professional competencies required to solve complex engineering problems while considering ethical, societal, environmental, economic, and sustainability aspects. The program emphasizes innovation, lifelong learning, teamwork, leadership, and effective communication, enabling graduates to contribute to the advancement of computing technologies and support the objectives of Saudi Vision 2030 through digital transformation, industrial innovation, and technological development.

Bachelor of Science in Electrical Engineering (Electronics and Communications)

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The Bachelor of Science in Electrical Engineering (Electronics and Communications) program prepares students to become highly qualified engineers with the knowledge and practical skills required to design, analyze, develop, and maintain modern electronic and communication systems. The program provides a comprehensive education in electrical engineering fundamentals while emphasizing advanced topics such as analog and digital electronics, electronic circuit design, microprocessors and embedded systems, communication systems, digital signal processing, wireless and mobile communications, microwave engineering, fiber-optic communications, antennas, semiconductor devices, control systems, and emerging communication technologies. The curriculum integrates rigorous theoretical instruction with extensive laboratory experiments, engineering design projects, industrial training, and capstone projects that enable students to solve real-world engineering problems using modern engineering tools and technologies. Students develop strong analytical, technical, and problem-solving skills while gaining hands-on experience in designing, implementing, testing, and evaluating electronic and communication systems. The program also emphasizes engineering ethics, innovation, sustainability, entrepreneurship, teamwork, leadership, effective communication, and lifelong learning. Graduates are prepared for successful careers in the electronics, telecommunications, semiconductor, automation, embedded systems, defense, and information and communication technology (ICT) industries, as well as for advanced graduate studies and research. The program is designed in accordance with internationally recognized engineering education standards and supports the objectives of Saudi Vision 2030 by preparing engineers capable of contributing to technological advancement, digital transformation, and sustainable national development.

Bachelor of Science in Electrical Engineering (Power and Machines)

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The Bachelor of Science in Electrical Engineering (Power and Machines) prepares students to become highly qualified engineers capable of designing, analyzing, operating, and maintaining modern electrical power systems. The program provides a strong foundation in mathematics, science, electrical engineering principles, and advanced technologies related to electrical machines, power generation, transmission, distribution, protection, control, renewable energy, and smart grids. Students gain extensive theoretical knowledge complemented by laboratory experiments, engineering design projects, industrial training, and practical applications. The curriculum emphasizes innovation, sustainability, digital transformation, engineering ethics, teamwork, communication, and lifelong learning to prepare graduates for successful careers in industry, research, and graduate studies. The program is designed in accordance with international engineering education standards and supports the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia's Vision 2030 by preparing engineers capable of contributing to the nation's energy sector and technological development.

Bachelor of Science in Industrial Engineering

The Bachelor of Science in Industrial Engineering at King Abdulaziz University prepares engineers to design, analyze, improve, and manage integrated systems of people, materials, information, equipment, energy, and technology. The curriculum combines engineering, mathematics, computing, statistics, operations research, economics, management, human factors, quality, safety, simulation, production planning, facilities planning, supply chains, and a culminating design project. Through laboratory work, projects, summer or cooperative training, and industry-oriented applications, students learn to improve productivity, quality, resilience, safety, sustainability, and value across manufacturing and service systems. The program serves male and female students through a common mission, policies, and academic standards.

Bachelor of Science in Mechanical Engineering (Aeronautical)

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The Bachelor of Science in Mechanical Engineering (Aeronautical) is offered by the Department of Aerospace Engineering at King Abdulaziz University. The program provides a comprehensive education that integrates the fundamentals of mechanical engineering with specialized knowledge in the analysis, design, development, testing, and operation of aircraft and atmospheric flight systems. Students first develop a strong foundation in mathematics, physics, computing, engineering mechanics, thermodynamics, fluid mechanics, materials, mechanical design, and engineering analysis. They then progress to specialized study in incompressible and compressible aerodynamics, aerospace structures, flight-vehicle materials, flight dynamics, aircraft stability and control, aerospace propulsion, experimental aerodynamics, structural testing, and aircraft structural design. The curriculum also offers elective study in viscous and hypersonic flow, computational fluid dynamics, avionics, data acquisition and signal processing, aerospace-vehicle performance, aircraft design, space-vehicle propulsion, and air-transport engineering. Students apply their knowledge through laboratory experiments, computational modelling, multidisciplinary design projects, a senior project, and 400 hours of supervised industrial training completed over ten weeks. The program prepares graduates to analyse and design aircraft components and integrated aeronautical systems while considering performance, safety, reliability, economic feasibility, environmental impact, sustainability, and applicable engineering standards. Graduates are prepared for engineering practice in civil and military aviation, aerospace and defence industries, airlines, aircraft manufacturing and technical support, research institutions, government organizations, and related mechanical-engineering fields.

Bachelor of Science in Mechanical Engineering (Production and Mechanical Systems Design)

The Bachelor of Science in Mechanical Engineering (Production and Mechanical Systems Design) is offered by the Department of Mechanical Engineering at King Abdulaziz University. The program provides an integrated mechanical engineering education with particular emphasis on the design, analysis, manufacturing, control, operation, and maintenance of mechanical systems, components, equipment, and production processes. The curriculum establishes a strong foundation in mathematics, basic sciences, engineering mechanics, thermodynamics, fluid mechanics, heat transfer, materials science, computing, and engineering economics. Students then develop specialized competence in mechanical engineering drawings, machine-element design, mechanical design, mechanics of materials, machine dynamics, mechanical vibrations, system dynamics and control, manufacturing technology, machining and material-removal processes, computer-aided design, metrology, quality control, manufacturing planning, maintenance, and fault diagnosis. Students may broaden their technical knowledge through elective study in reverse engineering, finite-element analysis, tribology, materials selection, machine-tool design, advanced manufacturing, composite materials, computer-aided manufacturing, welding technology, metal forming, robotics, mechatronics, mechanisms, and mechanical-system modelling and simulation. The program emphasizes experiential learning through engineering workshops, laboratory experimentation, computer applications, design projects, industrial training, and a culminating senior design project. Students gain experience using modern engineering tools and facilities related to CAD, CNC machining, quality inspection, materials testing, fault diagnosis, composite manufacturing, and additive manufacturing. Graduates are prepared to analyse, design, manufacture, automate, test, operate, maintain, and improve mechanical systems and industrial products while considering performance, safety, quality, reliability, manufacturability, economic feasibility, environmental impact, and sustainability. They are equipped for professional practice in manufacturing, mechanical design, automation, maintenance, transportation, energy, oil and gas, petrochemicals, construction, consulting, and other industrial sectors, as well as for entrepreneurship, research, and postgraduate study.

Bachelor of Science in Mechanical Engineering (Thermal Engineering and Desalination Technology)

The Bachelor of Science in Mechanical Engineering (Thermal Engineering and Desalination Technology) is one of the undergraduate programs offered by the Department of Mechanical Engineering at King Abdulaziz University. The program was developed to meet the Kingdom’s growing needs for qualified engineers in thermal engineering, energy systems, power generation, refrigeration and air conditioning, and water-desalination technologies. The program provides students with a strong foundation in mathematics, science, and core mechanical engineering, followed by specialized study in thermodynamics, fluid mechanics, heat transfer, thermal engineering measurements, internal-combustion engines, heat exchangers, power plants, turbomachinery and gas turbines, refrigeration and air conditioning, pumps and hydraulic systems, and thermal and membrane desalination processes. Students develop practical and professional competence through laboratories, engineering design activities, computational modelling, simulation, a senior design project, and industrial training. The curriculum prepares graduates to analyze, design, operate, evaluate, and improve thermal-fluid and desalination systems while considering efficiency, safety, environmental responsibility, economic feasibility, and sustainability. Graduates are prepared for professional engineering practice in the water, energy, power generation, oil and gas, petrochemical, industrial, transportation, building services, and consulting sectors, as well as for research and postgraduate studies.

Bachelor of Science in Mining Engineering

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The Bachelor of Science in Mining Engineering at King Abdulaziz University prepares students to become highly qualified engineers capable of developing and managing sustainable mineral resource operations. The program integrates fundamental engineering sciences with specialized knowledge in surface and underground mining, rock mechanics, drilling and blasting, mine planning, mineral processing, extractive metallurgy, mine ventilation, mine safety, and environmental management. Students gain extensive practical experience through laboratories, field practice, industrial training, and a senior design project, enabling them to solve complex engineering problems using modern technologies while adhering to professional ethics, safety standards, and sustainable mining practices. The curriculum is designed in accordance with international engineering education standards and supports the Kingdom's strategic initiatives in mining and mineral resource development under Saudi Vision 2030.

Bachelor of Science in Nuclear Engineering

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The Bachelor of Science in Nuclear Engineering prepares students to apply mathematics, basic sciences, and engineering principles to the analysis, design, operation, and safe use of nuclear and radiological systems. The curriculum builds from programming, mathematics, physics, chemistry, statistics, engineering graphics, electrical engineering, thermodynamics, fluid mechanics, and materials science toward specialized nuclear engineering subjects such as reactor analysis, nuclear heat transport, reactor dynamics and kinetics, radiation measurement, radiation protection, shielding design, computational methods, nuclear materials, and radioisotope applications. Through laboratory work, summer training, and a senior design project, students develop the technical judgment, safety awareness, communication ability, and professional responsibility needed for nuclear power, radiation applications, regulation, research, and graduate study.

Bachelor of Science in Nuclear Engineering (Medical Physics)

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The Bachelor of Science in Nuclear Engineering (Medical Physics) program prepares students to apply the principles of physics, engineering, radiation science, and measurement to the medical uses of ionizing radiation. The curriculum combines engineering and nuclear foundations with courses in anatomy and physiology, radiobiology, introduction to medical physics, radiation therapy, medical imaging, nuclear medicine, dosimetry, nuclear electronics, radiation protection, and periodic clinical practical training. Students develop the ability to understand imaging and treatment systems, perform radiation measurements and dose calculations, support quality assurance activities, communicate effectively with multidisciplinary teams, and contribute safely and ethically in clinical, research, regulatory, and technical environments. Professional practice in clinical medical physics may require advanced postgraduate education, supervised practical experience, and professional licensure or certification in accordance with local regulations.

Bachelor of Science in Nuclear Engineering (Radiation Protection)

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The Bachelor of Science in Nuclear Engineering (Radiation Protection) prepares students to protect people, facilities, and the environment from ionizing radiation while enabling the safe use of nuclear and radiation technologies. The program combines engineering fundamentals with focused study in atomic and nuclear principles, radiation interaction with matter, radiation measurements, nuclear electronics, radiobiology, shielding design, rules and regulations, environmental radioactivity, operational radiation protection, and emergency-related elective areas. Students gain quantitative, experimental, and regulatory awareness through laboratory work, specialized measurement courses, summer training, and a senior project, preparing them for radiation safety roles in nuclear, medical, industrial, regulatory, environmental, and research settings.

Master of Science in Aeronautical Engineering

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The Master of Science in Aeronautical Engineering is an on-campus, research-oriented graduate program offered by the Department of Aerospace Engineering at King Abdulaziz University. The 34-credit program combines advanced engineering mathematics, research methodology, core aeronautical engineering study, approved electives, a graduate seminar, and an original master’s thesis. The curriculum develops advanced competence in aerodynamics, aerospace structures, aircraft propulsion and engine performance, aircraft systems, flight mechanics, stability and control, reliability, maintenance, and related emerging areas. Through specialized coursework, independent inquiry, technical communication, and supervised thesis research, graduates are prepared to address complex aeronautical engineering challenges and contribute to research, innovation, industry, government, and higher education.