Prince Sattam Bin Abdulaziz University
Saudi Arabia • Founded 2009 • World Rank #917
Overview
Established in 2009, the Prince Sattam Bin Abdulaziz University is a non-profit public higher education institution located in the large city of Al-Kharj (population range of 500,000-1,000,000 inhabitants).
Officially recognized by the Ministry of Education of Saudi Arabia, Prince Sattam Bin Abdulaziz University (PSAU) is a large-sized coeducational Saudi Arabian higher education institution. Prince Sattam Bin Abdulaziz University (PSAU) offers courses and programs leading to officially recognized higher education degrees such as bachelor's degrees in several areas of study.
This 15-year-old Saudi Arabian higher-education institution has a selective admission policy based on entrance examinations and students' past academic records and grades. International applicants are eligible to apply for enrollment.
PSAU also provides several academic and non-academic facilities and services to students including a library, as well as administrative services.
Location & Contact
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Academic Details
Scale, staffing, and recognition figures for Prince Sattam Bin Abdulaziz University are summarised below. These numbers help you size the institution against your shortlist and weigh academic depth alongside programme fit.
Academic Structures
Prince Sattam Bin Abdulaziz University's constituent schools and faculties. Continuing education or professional development units are typically separate from full-time degree-granting units.
Unit 14 items
- Addelam College of Education
- Alaflaj Community College and College of Science and Humanities
- Assulayyil College of Science and Humanities
- College of Applied Medical Sciences
- College of Applied Medical Sciences and College of Engineering
- College of Business Administration
- College of Computer Science
- College of Dentistry
- College of Education
- College of Engineering
- College of Medicine
- College of Science and Humanities
- Hawtat Bani Tamim College of Business Administration
- Wadi Addawasir College of Arts and Science
Degrees
Pick your degree level at Prince Sattam Bin Abdulaziz University from the breakdown. Late-entry and transfer options vary by level and country — fewer universities accept mid-degree transfers at master's than at bachelor's.
Bachelor's 32 programs
Bachelor's programmes build foundational expertise, preparing graduates for entry-level professional roles and further postgraduate study.
- Accountancy
- Administration
- Arabic
- Biology
- Business Administration
- Business Computing
- Chemistry
- Civil Engineering
- Computer Engineering
- Dentistry
- Electrical Engineering
- English
- Finance
- Home Economics
- Human Resources
- Information Sciences
- Islamic Studies
- Laboratory Techniques
- Law
- Marketing
- Mathematics
- Mechanical Engineering
- Medical Auxiliaries
- Medical Technology
- Medicine
- Nursing
- Pharmacy
- Physical Therapy
- Physics
- Preschool Education
- Software Engineering
- Special Education
Master's 3 programs
Master's programmes develop advanced specialised expertise, suited to senior industry positions and applied research.
- Curriculum
- Educational Administration
- Islamic Studies
Faculties & Divisions
All faculties operate under Ministry of Education of Saudi Arabia.
Applied Medical Sciences (College) 5 subjects offered
Specialisations & Subjects
- Laboratory Techniques
- Medical Auxiliaries
- Medical Technology
- Nursing
- Physical Therapy
Common Career Paths
- Physician
- Clinical Researcher
- Healthcare Specialist
Illustrative career directions for this field; specific outcomes depend on programme and student choices.
Applied Medical Sciences (College) 2 subjects offered
Specialisations & Subjects
- Laboratory Techniques
- Nursing
Common Career Paths
- Physician
- Clinical Researcher
- Healthcare Specialist
Illustrative career directions for this field; specific outcomes depend on programme and student choices.
Arts and Sciences (College) 4 subjects offered
Specialisations & Subjects
- Arabic
- Computer Science
- English
- Mathematics
Common Career Paths
- Research Scientist
- Lab Technician
- Analyst
Illustrative career directions for this field; specific outcomes depend on programme and student choices.
Business Administration (College) 7 subjects offered
Specialisations & Subjects
- Accountancy
- Business Administration
- Business Computing
- Finance
- Human Resources
- Management
- Marketing
Common Career Paths
- Business Analyst
- Operations Manager
- Strategy Consultant
Illustrative career directions for this field; specific outcomes depend on programme and student choices.
Business Administration (College) 2 subjects offered
Specialisations & Subjects
- Accountancy
- Business Computing
Common Career Paths
- Business Analyst
- Operations Manager
- Strategy Consultant
Illustrative career directions for this field; specific outcomes depend on programme and student choices.
Computer Science and Engineering (College) 3 subjects offered
Specialisations & Subjects
- Computer Engineering
- Information Sciences
- Software Engineering
Common Career Paths
- Software Engineer
- Data Scientist
- Systems Analyst
Illustrative career directions for this field; specific outcomes depend on programme and student choices.
Dentistry (College) 4 subjects offered
Specialisations & Subjects
- Dental Hygiene
- Dentistry
- Orthodontics
- Otorhinolaryngology
Common Career Paths
- Dentist
- Oral Surgeon
- Dental Researcher
Illustrative career directions for this field; specific outcomes depend on programme and student choices.
Education (College) 6 subjects offered
Specialisations & Subjects
- Arabic
- Biology
- Education
- Islamic Studies
- Preschool Education
- Special Education
Common Career Paths
- Teacher
- Educational Administrator
- Curriculum Specialist
Illustrative career directions for this field; specific outcomes depend on programme and student choices.
Education (College) 5 subjects offered
Specialisations & Subjects
- Educational Sciences
- Home Economics
- Islamic Studies
- Preschool Education
- Special Education
Common Career Paths
- Teacher
- Educational Administrator
- Curriculum Specialist
Illustrative career directions for this field; specific outcomes depend on programme and student choices.
Education (College) 6 subjects offered
Specialisations & Subjects
- Arabic
- Chemistry
- Home Economics
- Islamic Studies
- Koran
- Mathematics
Common Career Paths
- Teacher
- Educational Administrator
- Curriculum Specialist
Illustrative career directions for this field; specific outcomes depend on programme and student choices.
Engineering (College) 5 subjects offered
Specialisations & Subjects
- Civil Engineering
- Electrical Engineering
- Engineering
- Interior Design
- Mechanical Engineering
Common Career Paths
- Engineer
- Project Manager
- Technical Consultant
Illustrative career directions for this field; specific outcomes depend on programme and student choices.
Engineering (College) 1 subject offered
Specialisations & Subjects
- Electrical Engineering
Common Career Paths
- Engineer
- Project Manager
- Technical Consultant
Illustrative career directions for this field; specific outcomes depend on programme and student choices.
Medicine (College) 12 subjects offered
Specialisations & Subjects
- Anatomy
- Biochemistry
- Medicine
- Microbiology
- Molecular Biology
- Obstetrics and Gynaecology
- Ophthalmology
- Paediatrics
- Pathology
- Pharmacology
- Physiology
- Toxicology
Common Career Paths
- Physician
- Medical Researcher
- Clinical Specialist
Illustrative career directions for this field; specific outcomes depend on programme and student choices.
Pharmacy (College) 2 subjects offered
Specialisations & Subjects
- Pharmacology
- Pharmacy
Common Career Paths
- Pharmacist
- Clinical Pharmacist
- Pharmaceutical Researcher
Illustrative career directions for this field; specific outcomes depend on programme and student choices.
Sciences and Humanities (College) 6 subjects offered
Specialisations & Subjects
- Biology
- Chemistry
- English
- Law
- Mathematics
- Physics
Common Career Paths
- Research Scientist
- Lab Technician
- Analyst
Illustrative career directions for this field; specific outcomes depend on programme and student choices.
Sciences and Humanities (College) 8 subjects offered
Specialisations & Subjects
- Arabic
- Business Administration
- Chemistry
- Computer Science
- English
- Islamic Studies
- Mathematics
- Physics
Common Career Paths
- Research Scientist
- Lab Technician
- Analyst
Illustrative career directions for this field; specific outcomes depend on programme and student choices.
Sciences and Humanities (College) 7 subjects offered
Specialisations & Subjects
- Accountancy
- Arabic
- Business Administration
- Computer Science
- English
- Islamic Studies
- Mathematics
Common Career Paths
- Research Scientist
- Lab Technician
- Analyst
Illustrative career directions for this field; specific outcomes depend on programme and student choices.
Sciences and Humanities (College) 7 subjects offered
Specialisations & Subjects
- Arabic
- Chemistry
- English
- Information Sciences
- Islamic Studies
- Koran
- Mathematics
Common Career Paths
- Research Scientist
- Lab Technician
- Analyst
Illustrative career directions for this field; specific outcomes depend on programme and student choices.
Programs Offered
Below are Prince Sattam Bin Abdulaziz University's active programmes grouped by degree level, with search. Use the filter to narrow by keyword and the level groupings to compare options at the same qualification tier.
Bachelor's Degree
23 programmes
At undergraduate level, Prince Sattam Bin Abdulaziz University offers 23 programmes. These bachelor's degrees typically open both direct employment pathways and routes into postgraduate specialisation.
Bachelor of Science in Biology بكالوريوس العلوم في الأحياء Biological Sciences
Bachelor of Science in Medicine بكالوريوس الطب Medicine
Bachelor of Science in Pharmacy بكالوريوس العلوم في الصيدلة Pharmacy
Bachelor of Science in Nursing بكالوريوس العلوم في التمريض Nursing
Bachelor of Science in Applied Medical Sciences بكالوريوس العلوم في العلوم الطبية التطبيقية Medicine
Bachelor of Science in Engineering بكالوريوس العلوم في الهندسة General Engineering
Bachelor of Business Administration بكالوريوس إدارة الأعمال Business Administration
Bachelor of Science in Education بكالوريوس العلوم في التربية Education & Teaching
Bachelor of Arts in Arabic and Islamic Studies بكالوريوس الآداب في اللغة العربية والدراسات الإسلامية Islamic & Quranic Studies
Bachelor of Science in Chemistry بكالوريوس العلوم في الكيمياء Chemistry
Bachelor of Science in Dentistry بكالوريوس العلوم في طب الأسنان Dentistry
Law – Al Kharj القانون الخرج Law Arabic +1
Computer Science – Al Kharj علوم الحاسب الخرج Computer Sciences Arabic +1
Electrical Engineering – Wadi Al Dawasir الهندسة الكهربائية وادي الدواسر Electrical Engineering Arabic +1
Humanities and Social Sciences العلوم والدراسات الإنسانية Humanities & Cultural Studies Arabic +1
General Business Administration – Hotat Bani Tamim إدارة أعمال عام حوطه بني تميم Business Administration Arabic +1
English Language and Literature – Al Kharj اللغة الإنجليزية وآدابها الخرج English Language Studies Arabic +1
English Language – Al Kharj اللغة الانجليزية الخرج English Language Studies Arabic +1
Engineering – Al Kharj الهندسة الخرج General Engineering Arabic +1
Business Administration – Al Kharj إدارة الأعمال الخرج Business Administration Arabic +1
Business Administration – Hotat Bani Tamim إدارة الأعمال حوطه بني تميم Business Administration Arabic +1
Computer Engineering – Wadi Al Dawasir هندسة الحاسب وادي الدواسر Computer Sciences Arabic +1
Computer Engineering and Science بكالوريوس العلوم في هندسة الحاسبات Computer Sciences Arabic +1
No programmes match your filter in this level.
Master's Degree
32 programmes
These 32 programmes form Prince Sattam Bin Abdulaziz University's master's offering, combining advanced coursework with independent work that signals readiness for leadership or research.
Master of Clinical Pharmacy ماجستير الصيدلة السريرية Pharmacy
Master of Arts in Islamic Studies, Jurisprudence and Fundamentals ماجستير الآداب في الدراسات الإسلامية تخصص الفقه وأصوله Shariah & Islamic Law
Master of Arts in Special Education - Transitional Services ماجستير الآداب في التربية الخاصة - الخدمات الانتقالية Education & Teaching
Master of Arts in Education - Education Administration and Planning ماجستير الآداب في التربية - الإدارة التربوية والتخطيط Education & Teaching
Executive Master in Digital Transformation and Emerging Technologies ماجستير تنفيذي في التحول الرقمي والتقنيات الناشئة
Professional Accounting المحاسبة المهنية Accounting English
Microbiology الأحياء الدقيقة Biological Sciences English
Mechanical Engineering الهندسة الميكانيكية Mechanical Engineering English
Materials Physics فيزياء المواد Materials Science English
Linguistics اللغويات Linguistics & Language Studies Arabic
Islamic Jurisprudence and Its Principles الفقه وأصوله Shariah & Islamic Law Arabic
Quran Interpretation and Hadith تفسير وحديث Islamic & Quranic Studies Arabic
Science in Mathematics العلوم في الرياضيات Mathematics English
Software Engineering هندسة البرمجيات Software Engineering English
Transitional Services for People with Disabilities الخدمات الانتقالية لذوي الإعاقة Arabic
Industrial Chemistry الكيمياء الصناعية Chemistry English
Computer Science علوم الحاسب Computer Sciences English
Creed and Orientalism العقيدة والاستشراق Islamic & Quranic Studies Arabic
Curriculum and Teaching Methods المناهج وطرق التدريس Education & Teaching Arabic
Cybersecurity Engineering ماجستير الهندسة في الأمن السيبراني Cyber Security English
Cybersecurity Sciences العلوم في الأمن السيبراني Cyber Security English
Data Science ماجستير علم البيانات Data Science & Analytics English
Education and Studies of the Deaf and Hard of Hearing تعليم ودراسات الصم وضعاف السمع Education & Teaching Arabic
Educational Management and Planning الإدارة والتخطيط التربوي Business & Management Arabic
Electrical Engineering in Communication Systems الهندسة الكهربائية في نظم الاتصالات Electrical Engineering English
Grammar and Language النحو واللغة Linguistics & Language Studies Arabic
Foundations of Education أصول التربية Education & Teaching Arabic
Environmental Management and Natural Resource Conservation الإدارة البيئية والمحافظة على الموارد الطبيعية Business & Management English
Applied Artificial Intelligence ماجستير الذكاء الاصطناعي التطبيقي AI & Machine Learning English
Applied Mathematics الرياضيات التطبيقية Mathematics English
Business Administration إدارة الأعمال Business Administration English
Civil Engineering الهندسة المدنية Civil Engineering & Construction English
No programmes match your filter in this level.
Doctorate
2 programmes
There are 2 programmes to choose from at Prince Sattam Bin Abdulaziz University for doctoral candidates. A PhD or equivalent typically takes three or more years of supervised, independent research.
Computing دكتوراه في الحوسبة Information Systems & Technology English
Electrical Engineering دكتوراه في الهندسة الكهربائية Electrical Engineering English
No programmes match your filter in this level.
Associate, Certificate & Other Qualifications
19 programmes
Prince Sattam Bin Abdulaziz University also offers 19 programmes across associate, certificate, diploma, and foundation routes — shorter or vocational qualifications that build practical skills or bridge into a full degree.
Occupational Safety and Health – Wadi Al Dawasir الأمن والسلامة المهنية وادي الدواسر Public Health Arabic +1
Information Security – Wadi Al Dawasir أمن المعلومات وادي الدواسر Cyber Security Arabic +1
Information Security – Al Kharj أمن المعلومات الخرج Cyber Security Arabic +1
Information Security – Hotat Bani Tamim أمن المعلومات حوطه بني تميم Cyber Security Arabic +1
Programming and Computer Science – Al Aflaj البرمجة وعلوم الحاسب الافلاج Computer Sciences Arabic +1
Programming and Computer Science – Al Sulayyil البرمجة وعلوم الحاسب السليل Computer Sciences Arabic +1
Programming and Computer Science – Hotat Bani Tamim البرمجة وعلوم الحاسب حوطه بني تميم Computer Sciences Arabic +1
Tourism and Recreation Project Management – Al Aflaj إدارة المشاريع السياحية والترفيهية الافلاج Tourism & Leisure Arabic +1
Tourism and Recreation Project Management – Al Kharj إدارة المشاريع السياحية والترفيهية الخرج Tourism & Leisure Arabic +1
Warehousing and Supply Chain Management – Al Aflaj إدارة المستودعات وسلاسل الإمداد الافلاج Supply Chain & Logistics Arabic +1
Warehousing and Supply Chain Management – Al Kharj إدارة المستودعات وسلاسل الإمداد الخرج Supply Chain & Logistics Arabic +1
Data Management and Governance إدارة وحوكمة البيانات Business & Management English
Digital Transformation and Emerging Technologies التحول الرقمي والتقنيات الناشئة English
Human Resources – Al Sulayyil الموارد البشرية السليل Human Resource Management Arabic +1
Human Resources – Al Kharj الموارد البشرية الخرج Human Resource Management Arabic +1
Accounting and Taxation – Hotat Bani Tamim المحاسبة والضرائب حوطه بني تميم Accounting Arabic +1
Business Intelligence and Data Analytics – Hotat Bani Tamim ذكاء الاعمال وتحليل البيانات حوطه بني تميم Data Science & Analytics Arabic +1
Business Intelligence and Data Analytics – Wadi Al Dawasir ذكاء الاعمال وتحليل البيانات وادي الدواسر Data Science & Analytics Arabic +1
Accounting and Taxation – Al Sulayyil المحاسبة والضرائب السليل Accounting Arabic +1
No programmes match your filter in this level.
How to apply to Prince Sattam Bin Abdulaziz University
How to apply to Prince Sattam Bin Abdulaziz University — a five-step structure with notes on documents, channels, and timing for each phase.
- 1 Research programmes at Prince Sattam Bin Abdulaziz University
Use the programme finder to browse Prince Sattam Bin Abdulaziz University's 76 active programmes. Filter by keyword or scan by degree level. Read curriculum details on each programme's dedicated page if available.
- 2 Review admissions criteria
Programme-level requirements at Prince Sattam Bin Abdulaziz University typically include academic transcripts, language proficiency proof, identity documents, and a personal statement or interview. Confirm specific requirements with the admissions office.
- 3 Gather supporting documents
Prepare academic transcripts, ID/passport copies, language proficiency proof, a personal statement, and reference letters. International candidates may need apostilled or notarised translations — start early to avoid deadline pressure.
- 4 Lodge your application
Prince Sattam Bin Abdulaziz University processes applications through www.psau.edu.sa. Create an account, fill out the application form, and submit your documents. Note application deadlines, which vary by intake and programme.
- 5 Confirm receipt and track progress
Confirm receipt of your application with the admissions office and keep an eye on your portal for status changes. Reach the institution by phone at +966 11 588 8888. Quick responses to any follow-up requests keep your application moving smoothly through the review process.
Frequently Asked Questions about Prince Sattam Bin Abdulaziz University
Below are the key facts most prospective students ask about Prince Sattam Bin Abdulaziz University, drawn directly from institutional records.
How old is Prince Sattam Bin Abdulaziz University?
The institution opened in 2009 (approximately 17 years ago).
Where can I find Prince Sattam Bin Abdulaziz University?
The institution is located in Al-Kharj, Saudi Arabia.
Is Prince Sattam Bin Abdulaziz University public or private?
It is a public higher-education institution.
How many students does Prince Sattam Bin Abdulaziz University have?
The institution has a student body of 25,000-29,999.
What is Prince Sattam Bin Abdulaziz University's ranking?
Prince Sattam Bin Abdulaziz University is ranked #917 globally and #10 in Saudi Arabia.
What degrees does Prince Sattam Bin Abdulaziz University offer?
Prince Sattam Bin Abdulaziz University delivers bachelor's and master's programmes across its academic units.
What is Prince Sattam Bin Abdulaziz University's academic structure?
The institution comprises 14 academic units.
Is Prince Sattam Bin Abdulaziz University officially recognised?
The institution holds recognition from National Commission for Academic Accreditation and Assessment - NCAAA.
Where can I learn more about Prince Sattam Bin Abdulaziz University?
The institution's website is www.psau.edu.sa.
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