’Vision and Mission Architecture and Building Science

Vision:

The Department of Architecture and Building Sciences aspires to be a leader in providing outstanding architectural education in the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia, qualifying creative architects, revitalizing Islamic identity, promoting urban sustainability, and leading in scientific research and community service.

Mission

“To provide distinguished architectural education that focuses on creativity in design, supports scientific research and community service, while graduating architectural cadres capable of competing locally and internationally, adhering to professional ethics, and achieving sustainable development.”

Strategic Objectives:

1. Academic excellence: Providing high-quality architectural education that integrates scientific research and modern technologies and meets the needs of the labor market.

2. Preparation of Professionals: Graduating architects who are creative and committed to the ethics of the profession, with an emphasis on teamwork and leadership.

3. Scientific Research: Supporting research that addresses housing, energy and sustainability issues, and developing innovative solutions that meet the needs of society.

4. Sustainability and Community Service: Promoting sustainability in architectural design and increasing community awareness of the profession of architecture.

5. Partnerships with the labor market: Building strong relationships with the public and private sectors to provide training and employment opportunities for students and graduates.

6. Academic Accreditation: Continuously improve academic programs to obtain national and international accreditation.