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Geography of Saudi Arabia

Course Description: The course covers the natural and human elements of the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia: location, borders, area, geological structure, topography, climate, natural resources (soil, vegetation, water, and minerals), and environmental issues. The course also studies population size, growth, spatial distribution, and demographic, social, and economic characteristics. The course also focuses on all economic activities (pastoralism, fishing, mining, agriculture, industry, trade, tourism, and transportation). The course also addresses administrative divisions and some characteristics of administrative regions. The course concludes by referencing the Kingdom's role at the regional and international levels.
Credit hours: 3
Objectives of the course :

Recognize the geography of the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia, both natural and human. .

Course outputs :

knowledge:

  • The student determines the astronomical and geographical location of the Kingdom.
  • The student describes the climate of Saudi Arabia.
  • The student learns about the geological formations of the Kingdom.

Skills:

  • The student illustrates the population growth of Saudi Arabia. .
  • The student analyzes the factors affecting the topography of the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia.
  • The student classifies the nature of soil and plants in Saudi Arabia.

Values:

  • The student commits to integrity and ethics in scientific research in their field of specialization.
  • The student bears the responsibility for continuous self-learning and developing their abilities.
  • The student actively collaborates with classmates in problem-solving within research groups on the geography of the Kingdom.
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  • Last updated: 2026-06-09

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