Master of Science in Engineering Management

The Engineering Management (IEEM) program at King Abdulaziz University is offered within the Department of Industrial Engineering and is supported by a strong academic and administrative framework focused on quality and continuous improvement. Guided by the department council and leadership, and enriched by input from an Industrial Advisory Board, the program aligns its mission, goals, and curriculum with industry needs and institutional standards. IEEM emphasizes high-quality teaching and learning through clearly defined Program Learning Outcomes (PLOs), which are regularly assessed and aligned with course objectives and graduate attributes. The curriculum is carefully designed to balance theoretical knowledge and practical application while keeping pace with advancements in engineering and professional practice. Diverse teaching and assessment methods, structured field training, and transparent evaluation processes ensure student development and academic integrity. Continuous review mechanisms, stakeholder engagement, and improvement plans further strengthen the program, preparing graduates with the skills, knowledge, and competencies required for success in the evolving field of engineering management.

Bachelor of Science in Chemical Engineering

The Kingdom of Saudi Arabia is endowed with vast resources of petroleum and minerals that require the expertise and services of chemical engineers to harness these resources to the rapid development and progress of the country. In order to meet this challenge, the Department of Chemical and Materials Engineering was established in the year 1981-82 at King Abdulaziz University. The department offers a BS degree in Chemical Engineering (ChE) after the successful completion of 155 credit units over the five years span. Since its inception, more than 600 students are graduated as qualified chemical engineers who are serving various organizations in different parts of the country. In 2002, the program was evaluated for the first time by EAC of ABET based on the Engineering Conventional criteria and was recognized to be “substantially equivalent” to ABET accredited programs. In 2008, the program had an EAC of ABET general review visit that resulted in the accreditation of the program. In 2015, the program had an EAC of ABET general review visit that resulted again in the accreditation of the program. The number of graduates in the Chemical Engineering Department in the past 5 years is as follows:‎ 2024-25: 20, ‎2023-24: 37‎, 2022-23: 33‎, 2021-22: 50‎,‎ 2020-21: 38‎. As of 2026, the current number of enrolled students in the Chemical Engineering Program is 110. The Bachelor of Science in Chemical Engineering program is accredited by the Engineering Accreditation Commission (EAC) of ABET, https://www.abet.org, under the commission’s General Criteria and Program Criteria for Chemical, Biochemical, Biomolecular, and Similarly Named Engineering Programs.

Bachelor of Science in Nuclear Engineering (Radiation Protection)

NUCLEAR ENGINEERING

Introduced in 2007 under the Department of Nuclear Engineering (established in 1977), the Nuclear Engineering (Radiation Protection) program was developed to broaden the curriculum by incorporating radiological engineering topics aligned with radiation safety and related applications in medicine and industry. The program provides a solid nuclear engineering foundation with a focused radiation protection emphasis, preparing graduates for professional practice and further study in related nuclear and radiological fields; the program currently enrolls 19 students, and recent department graduation statistics are 15 (2024/2025), 9 (2023/2024), 19 (2022/2023), 10 (2021/2022), and 8 (2020/2021). The program’s most recent Engineering Accreditation Commission (EAC) of ABET general review visit was in 2021. The Bachelor of Science in Nuclear Engineering (Radiation Protection) program is accredited by the Engineering Accreditation Commission (EAC) of ABET, https://www.abet.org , under the commission’s General Criteria and Program Criteria for Nuclear, Radiological, and Similarly Named Engineering Programs.

Bachelor of Science in Mining Engineering

MINING ENGINEERING

The Bachelor of Science (BS) program in Mining Engineering, hereafter abbreviated as ‎‎“MINE,” is undergraduate program offered by the Department of Mining ‎Engineering at King Abdulaziz University (KAU). The program was first implemented in ‎the academic year 1975–1976 to support the Kingdom’s development plans and workforce ‎needs in the field of mineral resources‏.‏ The Bachelor of Science in Mining Engineering program is accredited by the Engineering Accreditation Commission (EAC) of ABET, https://www.abet.org, under the commission’s General Criteria and Program Criteria for Mining and Similarly Named Engineering Programs. ‎The number of graduates in the mining engineering department in the past 5 years is as follows:‎ ‎ 2024-25: 13 ‎, 2023-24: 7 , 2022-23: 20 , 2021-22: 17 , 2020-21: 15 ‎ ‎ As of 2026, the current number of enrolled students in the Minig Engineering Program is 88‎ students.‎ ‎ ‎ ‎ ‎ ‎ ‎ ‎ ‎ ‎ ‎ ‎ ‎ ‎ ‎ ‎ ‎ ‎ ‎ ‎ ‎ ‎ ‎ ‎ ‎ ‎ ‎ ‎ ‎ ‎ ‎ ‎ ‎ ‎ ‎ ‎ ‎ ‎ ‎ ‎ ‎ ‎ ‎ ‎ ‎ ‎ ‎ ‎ ‎ ‎ ‎ ‎ ‎ ‎ ‎ ‎ ‎ ‎ ‎ ‎ ‎ ‎ ‎ ‎ ‎ ‎ ‎ ‎ ‎ ‎ ‎ ‎ ‎ ‎ ‎ ‎ ‎ ‎ ‎ ‎ ‎ ‎ ‎ ‎ ‎ ‎ ‎ ‎ ‎ ‎ ‎ ‎ ‎ ‎ ‎ ‎ ‎ ‎ ‎ ‎ ‎ ‎ ‎ ‎ ‎ ‎ ‎ ‎ ‎ ‎ ‎

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

The Mechanical Engineering (Production and Mechanical Systems Design) program was implemented for the first time in the Faculty of Engineering (FOE) at King Abdulaziz University (KAU) in the academic year 1982-83.‎ ‎The Program offered by the Department of Mechanical Engineering, focuses on many mechanical engineering fields including design, manufacturing and control of mechanical systems, subsystems, and components. In addition to teaching, faculty members in the program are engaged in research and development in these areas.‎ The program has two main scientific fields:‎ Mechanical Systems Design and Applied Mechanics, Manufacturing Engineering‎. The graduates of the Production and Mechanical Systems Design Program are prospective employees in the design, development, and manufacturing fields of many industries. The courses offered present many opportunities to acquire scientific, theoretical, and applied technical skills. The program prepares the students for exciting challenges in many mechanical engineering careers. Besides attaching high importance to analytical skill acquisition, the program also gives ample importance to the hands-on training of students by stressing experimental work in various areas of study and mandatory internship training.‎ ‎ ‎ ‎ ‎‎The number of graduates in the mechanical engineering department in the past 5 years is as follows: ‎ ‎‎‎2024 - 2025: 125, ‎ 2023-2024: 80, 2022-2023: 140, 2021-2022: 124, 2020-2021: 151. As of 2026, the current number of enrolled students in the Mechanical Engineering (Production and Mechanical Systems Design) Program is 366‎.‎ ‎The Bachelor of Science in Mechanical Engineering (Production and Mechanical Systems Design) program is accredited by the Engineering Accreditation Commission (EAC) of ABET, https://www.abet.org, under the commission’s General Criteria and Program Criteria for Mechanical and Similarly Named Engineering Programs.

Bachelor of Science in Mechanical Engineering (Aeronautical)

AEROSPACE ENGINEERING

The BS Program in Mechanical Engineering (Aeronautical), abbreviated as AE hereafter, is the only undergraduate program offered by the Department of Aerospace Engineering at King Abdulaziz University (KAU). The program was established in 1980 as a division of the Mechanical Engineering Department to satisfy the needs of the development plans in the Kingdom in the field of Aeronautical Engineering. The University Council in 1982 reorganized the Department of Mechanical Engineering into three separate departments: Production Engineering & Mechanical Systems Design, Thermal Engineering & Desalination Technology, and Aeronautical Engineering. The AE program has been repeatedly revised to account for the dynamic growth in the local market as well as the advancements in aerospace sciences. In 2002, the program was evaluated for the first time by the Engineering Accreditation Commission (EAC) of ABET based on the Engineering Conventional Criteria and was recognized to be “Substantially Equivalent” to ABET accredited programs. The number of graduates in the Aerospace engineering department in the past 5 years is as follows: in the year 2024-25 the number of graduates was 55, year 2023-24 the number of graduates was 39, year 2022-23 the number of graduates was 45, year 2021-22 the number of graduates was 27‎, and year 2020-21 the number of graduates was 43. As of 2026, the current number of enrolled students in the Aerospace Engineering Program is 162 students. The Bachelor of Science in Mechanical Engineering (Aeronautical) program is accredited by the Engineering Accreditation Commission (EAC) of ABET, https://www.abet.org, under the commission’s General Criteria and Program Criteria for Aerospace and Similarly Named Engineering Programs, and Program Criteria for Mechanical and Similarly Named Engineering Programs.

Bachelor of Science in Industrial Engineering

The Department of Industrial Engineering (IE) at King Abdulaziz University (KAU) was established in 1395 H (1975 G) thus becoming a pioneer in IE education and training in the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia (KSA). The program was extended to the female section within KAU main campus with effect from fall 2012. Since then IE graduates are working in various technical or managerial positions that include manufacturing industry, banks, hospitals, transportation companies, communications, service industry, energy sector, and defense industries. Industrial Engineering (IE) is a branch of engineering which deals with design, development, implementation, and improvement of integrated systems that include people, materials, information, equipment, and energy. It is thus unique as compared to other branches of engineering in the sense that it deals not only with inanimate objects but also with the behavior of human beings in relation to these objects. For this purpose, it draws heavily on mathematical, physical, information and social sciences, and other engineering principles of system analysis and design. The IE program covers five very important areas of the industry: a. Operations Research‎ b. Information Systems c. Stochastic Processes d. Human Factors Engineering e. Engineering Management. The program offers a 5-year study program leading to a Bachelor of Science degree (B. Sc.) in Industrial Engineering. The program provides graduates with strong basic engineering knowledge, professional skills, effective proficiency, ability to work in teams, and appreciation of the ethical, social, and global issues required for engineers of the future. As of 2026, the current number of enrolled students in the Industrial Engineering Program is 367. The number of graduates in the Industrial engineering department in the past 5 years is as follows: 2024-25: 142, 2023-24: 97, 2022-23: 138, 2021-22: 178, 2020-21: 123. The Bachelor of Science in Industrial Engineering program is accredited by the Engineering Accreditation Commission (EAC) of ABET, https://www.abet.org, under the commission’s General Criteria and Program Criteria for Industrial and Similarly Named Engineering Programs.

Bachelor of Science in Electrical Engineering (Power and Machines)

ELECTRICAL&COMPUTERS ENG.

Power and Machines Engineering program plays a very important role in Engineering by creating enthusiastic and efficient engineers who are responsible for the analysis, design, and optimization of power systems by Engineering Principles with current and advance technology concepts and tools to solve problems in power generation, transmission, distribution, utilization and also in renewable energy sector. The number of graduates in the department of the Electrical and Computer Engineering in the past 5 years is as follows: 2024-25: 133, 2023-24: 120, 2022-23: 94, 2021-22: 96, 2020-21: 102. As of 2026, the current number of enrolled students in the Electrical Engineering (Power and Machines) Program is 214 students. The Bachelor of Science in Electrical Engineering (Power and Machines) program is accredited by the Engineering Accreditation Commission (EAC) of ABET, https://www.abet.org, under the commission’s General Criteria and Program Criteria for Electrical, Computer, Communications, Telecommunication(s), and Similarly Named Engineering Programs.

Bachelor of Science in Electrical Engineering (Electronics and Communications)

ELECTRICAL&COMPUTERS ENG.

Electronics and Communications Engineering is a dynamic field that integrates the principles of electrical engineering with the technologies of communication systems. It encompasses the design, development, and application of electronic circuits, devices, and systems for transmitting, receiving, and processing information. The number of graduates in the department of the Electrical and Computer Engineering in the past 5 years is as follows: 2024-25: 133, 2023-24: 120, 2022-23: 94, 2021-22: 96, 2020-21: 102. As of 2026, the current number of enrolled students in the Electrical Engineering (Electronics and Communications) Program is 147 students. The Bachelor of Science in Electrical Engineering (Electronics and Communications) program is accredited by the Engineering Accreditation Commission (EAC) of ABET, https://www.abet.org, under the commission’s General Criteria and Program Criteria for Electrical, Computer, Communications, Telecommunication(s), and Similarly Named Engineering Programs.

Bachelor of Science in Electrical Engineering (Computer)

ELECTRICAL&COMPUTERS ENG.

The Computer Engineering program offers a cutting-edge curriculum that integrates modern methodologies and advanced technologies in electrical engineering and computer science. The program emphasizes hands-on applications and research-driven projects, fostering innovation and leadership within a dynamic and supportive learning environment. The Computer Engineering program integrates key focus areas across multiple disciplines to provide a well-rounded education. It emphasizes Digital Systems and Computer Architecture, where students design efficient circuits and optimize system performance. Communication and Networking explores the development of reliable, high-speed data transmission systems, combining electronics and computer engineering principles. Additionally, the program delves into Control and Robotics, bridging electrical and mechanical engineering to advance automation and intelligent systems. These interconnected focus areas equip graduates to address the complex challenges of modern technology. The program empowers students to excel in their careers, make meaningful contributions to technology, and drive societal progress, aligning with the Kingdom's vision for the future. The number of graduates in the department of the Electrical and Computer Engineering in the past 5 years is as follows: 2024-25: 133, 2023-24: 120, 2022-23: 94, 2021-22: 96, 2020-21: 102. As of 2026, the current number of enrolled students in the Electrical Engineering (Computer) Program is 272 students. The Bachelor of Science in Electrical Engineering (Computer) program is accredited by the Engineering Accreditation Commission (EAC) of ABET, https://www.abet.org, under the commission’s General Criteria and Program Criteria for Electrical, Computer, Communications, Telecommunication(s), and Similarly Named Engineering Programs.

Bachelor of Science in Electrical Engineering (Biomedical)

ELECTRICAL&COMPUTERS ENG.

The Biomedical Engineering program at King Abdulaziz University (KAU) encompasses a comprehensive curriculum that integrates theoretical knowledge with practical applications. The program offers a multidisciplinary approach, combining principles of engineering, biology, and medicine to address complex challenges in healthcare and medical technology. Students engage in a variety of courses covering topics such as biomedical instrumentation, medical imaging, biomaterials, biomechanics, and signal processing. The number of graduates in the department of the Electrical and Computer Engineering in the past 5 years is as follows: 2024-25: 133, 2023-24: 120, 2022-23: 94, 2021-22: 96, 2020-21: 102. As of 2026, the current number of enrolled students in the Electrical Engineering (Biomedical) Program is 74‎ students. The Bachelor of Science in Electrical Engineering (Biomedical) program is accredited by the Engineering Accreditation Commission (EAC) of ABET, https://www.abet.org, under the commission’s General Criteria and Program Criteria for Bioengineering and Biomedical and Similarly Named Engineering Programs, and Program Criteria for Electrical, Computer, Communications, Telecommunication(s), and Similarly Named Engineering Programs.

Bachelor of Science in Civil Engineering

The Civil Engineering program prepares students to plan, design, construct, operate, and maintain infrastructure systems that serve society, with strong coverage of structural, geotechnical, transportation, construction, environmental, and water resources engineering, and it emphasizes engineering fundamentals, practical training, and professional skills that support successful careers in industry and government as well as advanced study and research; graduation statistics (by year) are 42 graduates in 2021, 30 in 2022, 28 in 2023, 17 in 2024, and 19 in 2025; the current number of students is 175. The Bachelor of Science in Civil Engineering program is accredited by the Engineering Accreditation Commission (EAC) of ABET, https://www.abet.org, under the commission’s General Criteria and Program Criteria for Civil and Similarly Named Engineering Programs.

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

The BS Program in Mechanical Engineering (Thermal Engineering and Desalination Technology), abbreviated as MEP hereafter, is the one of the two undergraduate programs offered by Mechanical Engineering Department at King Abdulaziz University (KAU). The program was established in academic year 1982-83 as a division of the Mechanical Engineering Department to satisfy the needs of the development plans in the Kingdom in the field of Thermal Engineering and Desalination Technology. The MEP program has been repeatedly revised to account for the dynamic growth in the local market as well as the advancements in Thermal Engineering and Desalination Technology. ‎‎The number of graduates in the mechanical engineering department in the past 5 years is as follows: ‎ ‎‎‎2024 - 2025: 125, ‎ 2023-2024: 80, 2022-2023: 140, 2021-2022: 124, 2020-2021: 151. As of 2026, the current number of enrolled students in the Mechanical Engineering (Thermal Engineering and Desalination Technology) Program is 149‎.‎ The Bachelor of Science in Mechanical Engineering (Thermal Engineering and Desalination Technology) program is accredited by the Engineering Accreditation Commission (EAC) of ABET, https://www.abet.org, under the commission’s General Criteria and Program Criteria for Mechanical and Similarly Named Engineering Programs.

Bachelor of Science in Nuclear Engineering

NUCLEAR ENGINEERING

Established in 1977, the Nuclear Engineering (NE) program was created to meet the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia’s needs in nuclear power, radiation safety, and radioisotope applications in medicine and industry. The program provides a rigorous foundation in nuclear engineering principles, preparing graduates for professional practice and further study in the nuclear and radiological engineering sectors; the program currently enrolls 100 students, and recent department graduation statistics are 15 (2024/2025), 9 (2023/2024), 19 (2022/2023), 10 (2021/2022), and 8 (2020/2021). The program has held ABET accreditation since 2008, with the most recent general review visit in 2021. The Bachelor of Science in Nuclear Engineering program is accredited by the Engineering Accreditation Commission (EAC) of ABET, https://www.abet.org, under the commission’s General Criteria and Program Criteria for Nuclear, Radiological, and Similarly Named Engineering Programs.

Bachelor of Science in Nuclear Engineering (Medical Physics)

NUCLEAR ENGINEERING

Engineering (Medical Physics) program was developed to broaden the curriculum by incorporating radiological engineering topics aligned with applications in medicine and industry. The program provides a solid nuclear engineering foundation with a focused medical physics emphasis, preparing graduates for professional practice and further study in related nuclear and radiological fields; the program currently enrolls 17 students, and recent department graduation statistics are 15 (2024/2025), 9 (2023/2024), 19 (2022/2023), 10 (2021/2022), and 8 (2020/2021). The program’s most recent Engineering Accreditation Commission (EAC) of ABET general review visit was in 2021. The Bachelor of Science in Nuclear Engineering (Medical Physics) program is accredited by the Engineering Accreditation Commission (EAC) of ABET, https://www.abet.org, under the commission’s General Criteria and Program Criteria for Nuclear, Radiological, and Similarly Named Engineering Programs.