The Faculty of Art and Design at King Salman International University is looking forward to enjoying an academic and research reputation among the corresponding faculties locally and regionally, and to achieve an advanced ranking internationally.
Our Mission
Prepare qualified graduates capable of creativity and innovation by providing programs, educational and research environment in accordance with local and international standards in the fields of art and design that meet the needs of the local and regional labor market.
Our Core Values
Respect
Respect for values, heritage and cultural diversity.
Teamwork
Engaging others with respect, openness and trust in pursuit of a common purpose, having regard for individuals, ideals and the institution as a whole.
Empowerment
Providing an environment that helps to stimulate human resources by giving them the necessary powers to perform their work and provide support and guidance to them.
Cooperation
Work in cooperation, success, diversity and creation of a harmonious and distinguished environment.
Lifelong Learning
The belief that the search for knowledge, understanding and personal development should last a lifetime and does not stop at a certain age.
Sustainability
Acting in a manner that is environmentally, economically and socially sustainable in administration, academic and research programs.
Our strategic objectives
Provide the modern educational tools, information and communication technology to contribute to the development of creative and innovative students’ skills.
Provide a motivating environment and educational programs that meet local and international standards.
Attracting distinguished teaching staff in the fields of art and design.
Self-development resources of the faculty.
Building academic and scientific research partnerships with advanced educational institutions and industrial sectors.
Conducting research that contributes to the enrichment of knowledge and development in the fields of art and design to be integrated with the needs of society.
Reinforcing the culture of work at the Faculty of Art and Design on cooperation and success.
Development of the professional and cognitive skills of graduates in accordance with the needs of the local and regional labor market.
Graduate attributes
In addition to general graduate attribute, the Graduate of the program will be able to:
Depth Knowledge: an ability to apply knowledge gained from courses/learning activities beyond the introductory instructional level. Knowledge in multiple disciplines, including computer science, engineering, machining, sound, light. Problem analysis: An ability to use appropriate knowledge and skills to identify, formulate, analyze, and solve complex problems in order to reach substantiated conclusions.
Investigation: An ability to conduct investigations of complex problems by methods that include appropriate experiments, analysis and interpretation of data and synthesis of information in order to reach valid conclusions.
Design: An ability to design solutions for complex and to design systems, components or processes that meet specified needs with appropriate attention to economic, environmental, cultural, and societal considerations.
Use of tools: An ability to create, select, adapt, and extend appropriate techniques, resources, and modern tools to a range of activities, from simple to complex, with an understanding of the associated limitations.
Individual and teamwork: An ability to work effectively as a member and leader in teams, preferably in a multi-disciplinary setting.
Communication skills: An ability to communicate complex electronics and kinetics concepts within the profession and with society at large. Such abilities include reading, writing, speaking, and listening, and the ability to comprehend and write effective reports and design documentation, and to give and effectively respond to clear instructions.
Professionalism: An understanding of the roles and responsibilities of the Professional designer in society, especially the primary role of protection of the public and the public interest. Professionalism in the complexities of programming, electronics, fabrication, and other practices in ways that take full advantage of the freedom inherent in an interdisciplinary environment.
Ethics and equity: An ability to apply professional ethics, accountability, and equity.
Understanding of the aesthetic, social, political, and economic forces that drive the development and utilization of technology.
Economics and project management: An ability to appropriately incorporate economics and business practices including project, risk and change management into the practice of designer, and to understand their limitations.
Life-long learning: An ability to identify and to address their own educational needs in a changing world, sufficiently to maintain their competence and contribute to the advancement of knowledge.
The program is designed to equip our graduates with problem-solving techniques, study them in detail, and explore design environments where people grow.
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Technical Support and Accreditation Readiness Committee carries out the following activities:
Providing technical support to the Quality Assurance Units in the faculties for managing quality systems and monitoring the implementation of related procedures.
Offering technical support to the university’s faculties to obtain local and international accreditation.
Designing and developing monitoring and evaluation templates to ensure the quality of various activities within the university.
Preparing and implementing field visit plans or periodic meetings with the Quality Assurance Units in the faculties—either in person or remotely.
Preparing an annual report on the committee’s activities and submitting it to the Director of the Center.
Strategic Plan Implementation Monitoring Committee undertakes the following activities:
Regularly reviewing the university’s vision and mission in light of new developments, and supervising their periodic update with the participation of all relevant stakeholders.
Developing the university’s environmental analysis methodology and setting implementation plans that ensure the participation of all parties, in coordination with the Center’s administration.
Supervising the preparation of environmental analysis tools, ensuring their appropriateness for the targeted groups of each tool.
Proposing updates or modifications to the university’s strategic plan and ensuring it is communicated to all concerned parties through various channels.
Following up on the implementation of the university’s strategic plan activities.
Providing technical support to faculties in preparing and following up the implementation of their strategic plans in alignment with the university’s overall strategy.
Organizing training sessions in the field of strategic planning for faculty members and teaching assistants, delivered by the National Authority for Quality Assurance and Accreditation, in coordination with the Center’s Training Unit.
Preparing an annual report on the committee’s activities and submitting it to the Director of the Center.
Training and Human Resources Development Committee undertakes the following activities:
Preparing the Center’s annual training plan to meet the needs of the Center’s internal committees as well as the faculties and administrative departments of the university regarding educational quality. This is based on training needs assessment results, followed by the design of appropriate training programs.
Implementing training courses designed by the Center and issuing certificates upon completion.
Coordinating the organization of training programs offered by the National Authority for Quality Assurance and Accreditation of Education (NAQAAE) or other relevant entities.
Measuring the impact of training, evaluating its outcomes and effectiveness, and preparing the required reports.
Providing awareness and technical support in the field of training to the Center’s internal committees and to the training committees of the Quality Assurance Units in the faculties.
Establishing a comprehensive database that includes all training programs conducted by or under the supervision of the Center, including the number and names of participants, as well as follow-up and evaluation reports for each course.
Preparing an annual report on the committee’s activities and submitting it to the Director of the Center.
Measurement and Assessment Committee carries out the following activities:
Promoting a culture of measurement and assessment and raising awareness of the importance of developing assessment processes as a cornerstone of improving the university’s educational system.
Providing technical support to faculties in reviewing assessment methods, tools, and examination results.
Issuing guidelines and regulations for developing assessment and examination systems in accordance with the approved National Academic Reference Standards (NARS), and disseminating them among the faculties’ measurement and assessment committees.
Training faculty and teaching assistants in measurement and assessment techniques in collaboration with the Training Committee.
Following up on the preparation and updating of question banks for academic courses in alignment with learning outcomes and program academic standards.
Monitoring satisfaction indicators among students and faculty regarding assessment systems, student evaluation, and examinations within faculties.
Reviewing and preparing annual examination evaluation reports, developing executive plans for corrective actions to address weaknesses, and enhancing strengths.
Encouraging faculties—especially those with large student numbers—to apply electronic assessment systems, including e-examinations, e-marking, and exam results analysis.
Providing technical support to faculties’ measurement and assessment committees in conducting statistical analysis of automated grading results.
Surveys, Publication, and Sustainability Committee performs the following activities:
Designing surveys to collect feedback from all relevant stakeholders, including:
Internal stakeholders (faculty members, teaching assistants, students, and administrative staff) regarding the performance and activities of the university/faculty.
External stakeholders, such as employers and community beneficiaries, regarding the quality and competence of graduates.
Field training providers, to evaluate and improve students’ skills through continuous feedback.
Collecting, analyzing, and summarizing survey results from the various faculties, and proposing corrective actions in coordination with the concerned faculties.
Conducting satisfaction surveys for participants in training programs organized by the Quality Assurance and Accreditation Center, analyzing data, and preparing statistical reports to be presented and discussed at the University Council.