Program Overview

Program Overview

The Bachelor of History and Archaeology program is designed to provide students with a comprehensive understanding of historical and archaeological studies. The program aims to prepare students with cognitive, skill, and research capabilities to meet the needs of the labor market and serve the community.

Vision

The program's vision is to excel in the educational process, research, and community service in the field of historical studies.

Mission

The mission of the program is to prepare scientific cadres with cognitive, skill, and research capabilities in the field of historical and archaeological studies to meet the needs of the labor market and serve the community.

Goals

The program's goals are to:

• Qualify specialized competencies in historical and archaeological knowledge
• Enhance students' self- and continuous learning skills using modern technology
• Develop students' historical and archaeological research skills while adhering to the values and ethics of scientific research
• Participate in creating a generation aware of its history, cultural depth, and national heritage in accordance with the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia's Vision 2030
• Meet the needs of the labor market with distinguished competencies in the field of education, antiquities, museums, diplomatic corps, and tourism
• Preserve the cultural heritage of the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia in support of the National Transformation Program

Graduate Attributes

The program's graduate attributes include:

• Applying specialized knowledge in dealing with historical and archaeological issues
• Critical analysis of historical events and archaeological sources and deriving the results resulting from them
• Applying the skills acquired in archaeology through practical practice and research projects
• The ability to research and write on historical and civilizational issues according to the sound scientific method
• Employing digital technologies in historical, archaeological, and auxiliary science fields
• Awareness of his role in developing society and preserving its civilizational and archaeological heritage according to national visions and strategies
• Effective communication, commitment to integrity, credibility, and self-development
• Leading work teams and cooperating with others in joint projects and initiatives

Course Description

The program includes a range of courses that provide students with a comprehensive understanding of historical and archaeological studies. The courses are designed to develop students' cognitive, skill, and research capabilities in the field of historical and archaeological studies.

Research Areas

The program's research areas include:

• Historical studies
• Archaeological studies
• Cultural heritage preservation
• Museum studies
• Tourism studies