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College of Architecture

and Design

The College of Architecture and Design (CAD) at PSU consists of two academic programs: Department
of Architecture and Department of Interior Design. The two departments target female students and
are designed to graduate qualified and competent architects and designers for the local, regional,
and international job markets. The college is known for its forward-thinking faculty, market
connections and collaboration opportunities. It has crafted a dynamic strategic plan designed to
deliver quality programs that reflect excellence and leadership in higher education in Saudi Arabia
and the region.
The content and structure of the programs are comparable to those offered by leading universities
in the region and worldwide. In addition, the programs are designed in accordance with international
standards. The Architecture and Interior Design programs offer a Bachelor of Science degree in their
respective fields after successful completion of the respective curricula requirements of 138 credit
hours. Duration of study for both programs is four years in addition to the preparatory year program.
Lastly, these programs are guided by the following vision and mission of the College of Architecture
and design.

Vision

The College of Architecture and Design aspires to be the leading institute in the region that provides
education, practice, and research towards community advancement, innovation, culture continuity,
and sustainability.

Mission
The College of Architecture and Design aims to graduate professional designers and architects who
will enrich the community through using technology, fostering creativity and promoting
sustainability. The college aspires to raise the sense of environmental and community responsibility,
and foster research and evidence-based design.

Undergraduate Academic Programs
• Bachelor of Science in Architecture

• Bachelor of Science in Interior Design

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