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BACHELOR OF SCIENCE IN ARCHITECTURE
(SASCED-P 07310401)

Introduction
The Department of Architecture offers a comprehensive program that fosters creativity, innovation,
informed problems-solving skills, and cultivation of human needs as individuals and community. This
is achieved in parallel by incorporating cultural and traditional considerations in the curriculum.
The program requires 4 years in addition to the foundation year: PYP. It includes a 7-month
professional training as a Co-Op program to prepare our students for the professional practice inside
and outside KSA.
As our students develop autonomous lifelong learning competences, they are supported to develop
their personal and professional capabilities as well as their responsibility to improve their
communities.
Our learning outcomes are accomplished by a group of highly qualified faculty members with a rich
variety of academic backgrounds.
Our graduates are prepared to serve as qualified professionals and leaders in the fields of Architecture,
Urban Design, Landscape Design, Graphic Presentation, Software Application as well as Model-
Making. They are also prepared to pursue their graduate studies in Architecture or related fields.
The Architecture program takes into account the needs of the local community for university educated
professional architects. The design and content of the Architecture curriculum was benchmarked with
prominent universities. Additionally, the program is in compliance with National Architectural
Accrediting Board (NAAB) requirements, thus ensuring the scientific, engineering, and artistic study of
architecture subjects. The Architecture Program graduates have the necessary professional skills to
embark on successful careers in the industry and/or pursue higher education in Architecture and
related disciplines.

Program Vision
The Architecture program prepares the students to contribute significantly and creatively to the
profession of architecture and the advancement of the community, culture, and environment while
promoting sustainability.

Program Mission
The mission of the Architecture Program at PSU is to provide high quality education that meets
international standards. This is achieved through enriching knowledge, conducting scientific research-
oriented lifelong learning, enhancing critical thinking, applying modern technologies, and promoting
sustainability. Architecture program aims to prepare students to lead a successful career in the
professional field to develop the environment and community, and boost their social responsibility.

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