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King Abdulaziz University

Where Knowledge Meets Innovation

King Abdulaziz University strives to provide an exceptional academic and research environment that empowers generations to face challenges and lead the future. Through advanced educational programs and global partnerships, we aim to foster innovation and develop scientific research to serve the community and the nation.

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DIVERSITY AND OPPORTUNITY COMBINED

+100k

Students

From 100

Countries

Studying In 33

Faculties and Institutes

Part of 419

Programs

Our Faculties

Discover our diverse range of faculties, each dedicated to excellence in their respective fields. Our institutions provide cutting-edge facilities and comprehensive programs to nurture the next generation of leaders.

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Faculty of Medicine - Rabigh

Faculty of Environmental Sciences

Faculty of Applied Medical Sciences

Faculty of Applied Medical Sciences - Rabigh

Faculty of Engineering

Faculty of Economics and Administration

WE STRIVE FOR RESEARCH EXCELLENCE

30

Research Centers

+200

Research Groups

+5200

Researchers

+11000

Postgraduate Students

+182000

Citations

+2

Field-Weighted Citation Impact (FWCI)

+21000

Published Articles 2022-2024

+86%

Published in Q1-Q2

Latest News

Day Two of the First Innovation and Entrepreneurship Conference Features Expert Panels and Specialized Workshops
2025-10-26

Day Two of the First Innovation and Entrepreneurship Conference Features Expert Panels and Specialized Workshops

The 1st Innovation and Entrepreneurship Conference in Saudi Universities, hosted by King Abdulaziz University, continued into its second day with a lineup of expert panels and in-depth workshops. The sessions drew participation from academics, researchers
AI Highlights Opening Day of the First Innovation and Entrepreneurship Conference in Saudi Universities
2025-10-26

AI Highlights Opening Day of the First Innovation and Entrepreneurship Conference in Saudi Universities

The first day of the 1st Innovation and Entrepreneurship Conference in Saudi Universities, organized by King Abdulaziz University under the theme “Idea, Invention, Impact,” featured three scientific sessions
King Abdulaziz University and the General Authority for the Affairs of the Two Holy Mosques Sign MoU to Enhance Pilgrim Services
2025-10-26

King Abdulaziz University and the General Authority for the Affairs of the Two Holy Mosques Sign MoU to Enhance Pilgrim Services

On the sidelines of the First Innovation and Entrepreneurship Conference, King Abdulaziz University signed a memorandum of understanding with the General Authority for the Affairs of the Grand Mosque and the Prophet’s Mosque
King Abdulaziz University Launches the First Innovation and Entrepreneurship Conference in Saudi Universities with Participation from 22 Saudi Universities
2025-10-23

King Abdulaziz University Launches the First Innovation and Entrepreneurship Conference in Saudi Universities with Participation from 22 Saudi Universities

KAU launches the First Innovation and Entrepreneurship Conference with 22 universities to boost the knowledge economy and drive Vision 2030 impact.

Events

The First Conference on Innovation and Entrepreneurship in Saudi Universities

21 Oct 2025 - 22 Oct 2025
09:00 - 14:00
📍 King Faisal Conference Center

World Space Week 2025

06 Oct 2025 - 07 Oct 2025
09:00 - 14:49
📍 King Faisal Conference Center

Riyadh International Book Fair

02 Oct 2025 - 11 Oct 2025
11:00 - 12:00
📍 Princess Nourah bint Abdulrahman University

King Abdulaziz University Celebration of the 95th Saudi National Day

30 Sep 2025 - 30 Sep 2025
09:00 - 14:00
📍 King Faisal Conference Center

Research Highlights

EXPLORE AND ENGAGE WITH OUR RESEARCH TO DISCOVER INNOVATION IN ACTION

Opinion Paper: “So what if ChatGPT wrote it?” Multidisciplinary perspectives on opportunities, challenges and implications of generative conversational AI for research, practice and policy

Yogesh K. Dwivedi, Nir Kshetri, Laurie Hughes, Emma Louise Slade, Anand Jeyaraj, Arpan Kumar Kar, Abdullah M. Baabdullah, Alex Koohang, Vishnupriya Raghavan, Manju Ahuja, Hanaa Albanna, Mousa Ahmad Albashrawi, Adil S. Al-Busaidi, and 30+ additional contributors

Energy storage technologies: An integrated survey of developments, global economical/environmental effects, optimal scheduling model, and sustainable adaption policies

Mohammad Amir, Radhika G. Deshmukh, Fuzail Ahmad, Narottam Das, Hani Vahedi, Wen-Cheng Lai, Kiran Janjua, Ameena Saad Al-Sumaiti

Metaverse beyond the hype: Multidisciplinary perspectives on emerging challenges, opportunities, and agenda for research, practice and policy

Yogesh K. Dwivedi, Laurie Hughes, Abdullah M. Baabdullah, Samuel Ribeiro-Navarrete, Mihalis Giannakis, Mutaz M. Al-Debei, Denis Dennehy, Bhimaraya Metri, Dimitrios Buhalis, and 30+ additional international contributors

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Student Achievements

Celebrating excellence and outstanding accomplishments of our talented students across various fields.

Students of the Faculty of Communication and Media at King Abdulaziz University Excel at the Hajj Exhibition and Conference 1446 AH, Winning Media Excellence Awards
Achievement

Students of the Faculty of Communication and Media at King Abdulaziz University Excel at the Hajj Exhibition and Conference 1446 AH, Winning Media Excellence Awards
The Entrepreneurship Club at King Abdulaziz University Wins the Most Impactful Award in Saudi Arabia
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The Entrepreneurship Club at King Abdulaziz University Wins the Most Impactful Award in Saudi Arabia
Digital Transformation Hackathon at University of Jeddah
Achievement

Digital Transformation Hackathon at University of Jeddah
Participation in the Geneva International Exhibition of Inventions 2025
Achievement

Participation in the Geneva International Exhibition of Inventions 2025
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