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Education for Sustainable Development: Specific Training Courses on Sustainability
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Education for Sustainable Development: Specific Training Courses on Sustainability
Qassim University actively embeds sustainability into its curriculum through the “Greening Courses Project,” a strategic initiative. This project ensures the integration of SDG concepts across various colleges, rather than relying solely on single courses. Consequently, specialized units are found across disciplines, like the Master of Science in Renewable Energy Engineering. The university also offers courses through its Department of Environment and Natural Resources, focusing on environmental challenges and biodiversity preservation. Furthermore, departments such as Food Sciences and Human Nutrition integrate sustainability into their academic offerings. Within the College of Education, courses include topics like Environmental Awareness and Education and the Concept of Sustainable Development in Educational Curricula. Even disciplines like Sharia and Islamic Sciences incorporate relevant concepts such as Water Management and Drinking Rights in Islam. This holistic approach aims to develop graduates with the skills for sustainable development applications relevant to the regional labor market.
Qassim University Establishes Academic Diploma Program in Solar Technology
This formal diploma program directly advances Education for SDGs: specific courses on sustainability by delivering a dedicated curriculum centered on solar energy systems, photovoltaic engineering, and renewable energy technologies. Through structured study plans and specialized coursework, the program equips students with the technical competencies required to support clean energy transitions, sustainable resource management, and regional environmental targets.
Qassim University Integrates Renewable Energy and Sustainable Engineering Principles into Undergraduate Curricula
This academic framework reflects Qassim University’s dedication to Education for SDGs: specific courses on sustainability by offering specialized engineering courses focused on solar thermal systems, environmental control, and energy efficiency. Through structured coursework, students explore sustainable design methodologies, thermal regulation of renewable infrastructure, and efficient resource management as core components of their professional training.
Qassim University Holds Specialized Training Program for Teachers of the School for Gifted Students in Advanced Industries
This educational program highlights Qassim University’s commitment to Education for SDGs: specific courses on sustainability by delivering specialized training courses in advanced manufacturing, clean industrial processes, and modern technology frameworks. The initiative equips educators with tailored curricula and specialized instruction to foster sustainable technical capabilities and innovation among gifted students.
Qassim University Signs Memorandum of Understanding with Shell to Enhance Cooperation in Engineering Innovation
This strategic academic agreement advances Education for SDGs: specific courses on sustainability by integrating joint industry-aligned modules, clean energy technologies, and sustainable engineering principles into the university’s instructional framework. Through hands-on learning courses and collaborative innovation tracks with Shell, students gain direct access to practical coursework in sustainable energy transitions.
Specialized Workshops and Practical Experiences Enrich the Eighth Engineering Scientific Forum
This academic event reinforces Qassim University’s focus on Education for SDGs: specific courses on sustainability by providing intensive technical workshops and applied learning sessions focused on sustainable engineering design, smart infrastructure, and green technology application. These specialized short courses offer practical training that enhances student competencies in addressing modern sustainability challenges.
Qassim University Holds Lecture Titled "Saudi Arabia's Leadership in Humanitarian and International Relief Work"
This specialized educational event contributes to Education for SDGs: specific courses on sustainability by delivering targeted instructional lectures on international humanitarian relief, global aid distribution mechanisms, and crisis response frameworks. The lecture provides students and participants with direct educational insights into human security, global partnership models, and social sustainability alignment with international aid frameworks.
Qassim University President Opens Computer Science College Exhibition Titled "Year of Artificial Intelligence 2026"
This interactive academic exhibition supports Education for SDGs: specific courses on sustainability by offering practical coursework showcases, technical demonstrations, and educational modules focused on sustainable digital transformation, efficient AI systems, and smart technological applications. Through student projects and expert-led sessions, the exhibition fosters technical capabilities in leveraging modern data science for sustainable development.
Greening Courses Project
A strategic project within the Qassim University Plan (2021-2025) explicitly aiming to affirm the university’s commitment to making sustainability a cornerstone of its educational programs. This project is designed to integrate sustainability concepts into the curricula across at least eight broad knowledge areas in all colleges, ensuring the education is relevant and applicable to all students.
Sustainable Development Center (SDC) Mandate
The SDC is established to ensure the university achieves a leading role in sustainability. Its mission includes providing high-quality training, information, and awareness services to activate and integrate sustainable development efforts in the Qassim region. This institutional structure and mandate ensure a continuous, top-down commitment to educating the entire university community, including all students
Department of Environment and Natural Resources
An entire academic department with a mission to contribute to a sustainable environment by preparing specialized cadres, conducting research, and promoting sustainable practices.
Master of Geographic and Environmental Technologies
A specialized graduate program designed to provide advanced knowledge and skills in geographical and environmental issues, directly supporting sustainable development goals.
Master of Science in Plant Production and Protection
Program objectives include studying modern methods of environmentally friendly agricultural production and optimal use of water and natural resources.
Department of Economics
Department mission explicitly states the goal of contributing to strengthening the economy and sustainable national development.
Urban Planning and Design Program
Program mission focuses on qualifying cadres to contribute to the development of sustainable urban environments and actively participate in achieving Saudi Vision 2030’s sustainable development goals.
Bachelor of Food Science and Human Nutrition
A program directly focused on food systems, contributing significantly to the global goal of Zero Hunger and the safe, nutritional consumption of food.
Master of Education in Counseling/Educational Psychology
These programs contribute to SDG 3 (Good Health and Well-being) and SDG 4 (Quality Education) by preparing professionals focused on mental health, quality learning environments, and social development.
College of Business and Economics Mission
The college’s overall mission is committed to strengthening the economy and sustainable national development by promoting scientific research that addresses national and local challenges.
Doctor of Philosophy in Environmental Studies (Geography)
A high-level research degree explicitly dedicated to generating new knowledge and expertise in complex environmental issues related to sustainability.
GASTAT Signs Memorandum of Cooperation with Qassim University
An agreement signed with the General Authority for Statistics (GASTAT) which includes collaboration on developing and supporting academic programs focused on statistics and using data to track progress toward national goals and sustainable development targets.
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His Excellency the President of the University, Professor Dr. Muhammad bin Fahd Al-Sharikh, sponsored today, Wednesday, October 1, 2025, the «Geographical Conference on Saudi Environment and Protected Areas: Towards Sustainable Development,» organized by the University, represented by the College of Languages and Humanities, in partnership with the Royal Commission for the Development of Imam Turki bin Abdullah Reserve and with the participation of several entities, in the presence of His Excellency the CEO of the Commission, Eng. Muhammad bin Abdulrahman Al-Shalan, and His Excellency [...]
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