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Chapter 1

Definitions

Article 1
The terms and phrases used in this bylaw are defined as follows, unless
the context requires otherwise:

Graduate Studies: Courses of study beyond the bachelor’s degree,
such as postgraduate diplomas, master’s degrees, or doctorates.

Classification: The Unified Saudi Classification of Educational Levels
and Specializations, issued by Cabinet Resolution No. (75) dated
27/1/1442 AH, including any subsequent amendments or updates.

Framework: The National Qualifications Framework in the Kingdom
of Saudi Arabia, issued by the Education and Training Evaluation
Commission (ETEC) Board of Directors in its first meeting of the second
session on 6/6/1441 AH, including any amendments or updates thereto.

Vice President or Competent Deputy: The University Vice President,
or the Deputy Vice President for Graduate Studies Affairs, as per the
university’s organizational structure.

Executive Management: The deanship, department, or unit within the
university responsible for implementing academic procedures related
to graduate studies, according to the university’s organizational
structure.

The Program: The set of courses, thesis, graduation research,
comprehensive examination, or a combination thereof, that a student
completes within a specified period to obtain a degree or higher
certificate in their field of specialization.

Joint Program: A scientific program offered jointly by two or more
departments or colleges within the university, or by the university in

6 Organizational Bylaws of Graduate Studies
in Saudi Universities And The Rules of
Implementation at Prince Sultan University