Princess Nourah bint Abdulrahman University has launched the first Saudi Graduate Studies Forum, titled "The Future of Graduate Studies in Light of Vision 2030," under the patronage of Education Minister Yousef bin Abdullah Al-Benyan, with wide participation from universities, government bodies and research centers. The forum aims to raise awareness of graduate study programs in the Kingdom and encourage cooperation between local and international universities and the public and private sectors, to build an integrated educational environment aligned with the goals of Vision 2030.

Forum Themes

The forum includes several sessions and workshops focused on three main themes:

  1. The role of graduate study programs in achieving Saudi Vision 2030.
  2. Quality and excellence in graduate study programs.
  3. The outcomes of graduate study programs in supporting a prosperous future and sustainable development.

The event also saw the launch of the Nourah Graduate Studies Platform, alongside an open exhibition for local and international universities and institutions supporting graduate education.

Forum Objectives

The forum aims to achieve several strategic objectives, including:

  • Preparing innovative leaders capable of contributing to national development.
  • Encouraging the pursuit of higher education and supporting scientific research.
  • Strengthening partnerships between public and private institutions to support research projects.
  • Encouraging innovation and offering excellence scholarships to graduate students.

The forum reflects the university's commitment to developing graduate study programs to the highest standards of quality and excellence, and to supporting research that advances sustainable development in the Kingdom.