Z Tamim
Vice Rector for Educational Affairs
Mr. Dr. Fahd bin Saleh Al-Luhaidan
Vice Rector for Institutional Development and Social Responsibility
Dr.. Kholoud bint Fawaz Al Tamimi
About the university
Imam Muhammad bin Saud Islamic University is one of the largest comprehensive governmental scientific institutions in the city of Riyadh. It was distinguished by the fact that it began specializing in Islamic and human sciences, then expanded to include the fields of science, engineering, and medicine. To keep pace with the development of the requirements and needs of the Saudi labor market, and to contribute to supporting sustainable development in the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia, it offers – in its colleges and institutes – study programs in various fields and sciences at all educational levels. From diplomas, bachelor’s programs, and postgraduate programs through which she achieved academic and research distinction.
The university provides an ideal scientific environment by containing a distinguished elite of faculty members, fostering knowledge and creativity in light of Islamic teachings and values, and providing a group of university facilities and integrated student services, to prepare competent graduates capable of facing contemporary challenges on their way to achieving social and economic development.
It has devoted its attention to serving scientific research and expanding its fields – nationally and internationally – as it issues a group of scientific journals, and also supervises research centers and a number of scientific societies. It has also preserved, through its cultural and scientific legacy in learning, teaching and scientific research, the promotion of knowledge exchange and international communication and its contribution to building Knowledge, production and dissemination.
As a culmination of its efforts to meet institutional quality assurance standards, Imam Muhammad bin Saud Islamic University obtained full institutional accreditation (until 2026 AD) from the Education and Training Evaluation Commission, represented by the National Center for Academic Evaluation and Accreditation.
Imam Muhammad bin Saud Islamic University, represented by the College of Sharia, was established in the year 1373 AH 1953 AD, and it developed radically until it became a university in the year 1394 AH – 1974 AD A perfect combination of commitment to Islamic values and academic excellence in order to contribute to building the information and knowledge society. .
The Scientific Institute in Riyadh is the nucleus of Imam Muhammad bin Saud Islamic University. It was established in the year 1370 AH – 1950 AD when the founder of the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia, His Majesty King Abdulaziz bin Abdul Rahman Al Saud – may God have mercy on him – entrusted… The Grand Mufti of Saudi Arabia at the time, His Eminence Sheikh Muhammad bin Ibrahim Al-Sheikh – May God have mercy on him – with the opening of the institute, followed after that by the opening of many institutes, then the opening of the College of Sharia Sciences in the year 1373 AH, which is now known as the College of Sharia, and is considered one of the most prestigious Sharia colleges in the Islamic world, then T Then, many colleges and higher institutes were opened. There are more than ninety-two scientific departments in these colleges, and the university city also contains an integrated city for female students’ education, bearing the name of the Custodian of the Two Holy Mosques, King Abdullah bin Abdulaziz Al Saud – may God have mercy on him.
The university seeks to meet the educational and developmental needs of Saudi society by preparing scientifically, culturally, and intellectually qualified human cadres to serve society, providing an educational and cultural environment that serves the needs of the academic institution, and moving forward with programs Develop its human cadres. The university also contributes to advancing human development by offering diverse study programs at various levels.
Although the university has distinguished itself in its legal and linguistic outputs since its inception, it did not limit itself to that, but also established colleges and institutes to provide quality programs specialized in social sciences, linguistics, science, computers, management, and science Economics, engineering and medicine. The university is concerned with teaching the Arabic language to non-native speakers. It has established an institute for teaching the Arabic language in Riyadh. The university includes 14 colleges, three higher institutes, and five scientific institutes outside the Kingdom, in addition to 70 scientific institutes spread throughout the region In the Kingdom, a decision was issued in the year 1442 AH to house scientific institutes in the Ministry of Education. This is specifically for universities’ specializations in post-secondary education.
The duties of a university lecturer include a wide range of educational, research and service activities. Here are some of the main tasks of a university lecturer:
Teaching courses: The lecturer teaches the subjects in his specialty, whether core or elective courses, by giving lectures and organizing discussions and practical workshops.
Preparing curricula: The lecturer develops and updates course curricula in line with scientific and technical developments in his field of specialization.
Student Guidance: The lecturer provides academic support and guidance to students, helps them choose subjects and develop study plans, and advises them on their academic and professional paths.
Scientific research: The lecturer participates in scientific research in his field of specialization, publishes research in peer-reviewed scientific journals, and participates in funded research projects.
Course and Academic Program Management: Sometimes, a lecturer is responsible for managing courses or academic programs, including planning courses, organizing schedules, and evaluating academic performance.
Participation in academic committees: The lecturer participates in the work of academic committees such as student evaluation committees, curriculum development committees, and academic policy development committees.
Contributing to university service: The lecturer participates in community service activities, participates in university committees and events, and may direct students in research or service projects.
Professional development: The lecturer works to develop his teaching and research skills by attending workshops, conferences and participating in training programs.
These are some of the main tasks carried out by a university lecturer, and these tasks can vary based on the nature of the college or university and the lecturer’s specialization.
