Qassim University : Rankings, Fees & Courses Details

About Qassim University

Qassim University (QU) is one of the government universities in Saudi Arabia. The university was established in 2004 and has 36 colleges. The number of its faculty members is exceeding 4000, along with over 3000 employees serving its over 39,000 male and female students.
The QU main campus is located at 7.8 million square meters in the center of the Qassim region, near Prince Naif Airport, and in an intermediate area between its cities and governorates.

The university has two satellite campuses located in two major cities of the region Unizah and Arrass.

QU vision is to become a nationally distinguished institution of higher education, supporting sustainable development in the Qassim Region, and helping to advance knowledge based society. However, its mission is to provide high quality, accredited education, produce competent graduates who meet the needs of the labour market, conduct applied research and offer quality community services to develop Qassim Region and to contribute to the building of a knowledge based economy. All goals will be achieved by using the most advanced technology and information technology and information processing, fostering national and international partnerships, and boosting the university's resources.

Qassim University (QU) appeared in the QS World University Rankings for the first time in 2011. According to the QS report, it has shown excellent potential for strengthening its position by harnessing its core strengths in teaching and research. QU has published Research papers with institutions ranked in the top 100 of the 2011 rankings. QU has also shown initiative in arranging International Seminars in order to develop relations with global academic peers.

About Qassim University

Qassim University (QU) is one of the government universities in Saudi Arabia. The university was established in 2004 and has 36 colleges. The number of its faculty members is exceeding 4000, along with over 3000 employees serving its over 39,000 male and female students.
The QU main campus is located at 7.8 million square meters in the center of the Qassim region, near Prince Naif Airport, and in an intermediate area between its cities and governorates.

The university has two satellite campuses located in two major cities of the region Unizah and Arrass.

QU vision is to become a nationally distinguished institution of higher education, supporting sustainable development in the Qassim Region, and helping to advance knowledge based society. However, its mission is to provide high quality, accredited education, produce competent graduates who meet the needs of the labour market, conduct applied research and offer quality community services to develop Qassim Region and to contribute to the building of a knowledge based economy. All goals will be achieved by using the most advanced technology and information technology and information processing, fostering national and international partnerships, and boosting the university's resources.

Qassim University (QU) appeared in the QS World University Rankings for the first time in 2011. According to the QS report, it has shown excellent potential for strengthening its position by harnessing its core strengths in teaching and research. QU has published Research papers with institutions ranked in the top 100 of the 2011 rankings. QU has also shown initiative in arranging International Seminars in order to develop relations with global academic peers.

Available programs

Qassim University (QU) is one of the government universities in Saudi Arabia. The university was established in 2004 and has 36 colleges. The number of its faculty members is exceeding 4000, along with over 3000 employees serving its 67,000 male and female students.

QU is offering different bachelor programs in different fields such as Medicine, Applied Medical Sciences, Dentistry, Pharmacy, Nursing, Engineering, Computer Science, Information Technology, Chemistry, Physics, Applied Mathematics, Agriculture and Veterinary Medicine, Architecture and Planning, Islamic Law Sharia & Religion Principles, Arabic Language and Humanities, Management and Economics, Arts and Design, Education and Social Sciences.,

QU provides services and activities to assist new students in the proper university adaptation, and increase their abilities, skills and experiences to move on to their undergraduate life. The university also offers scholarships for various international students.

Arts and Humanities (6)

Arabic Language and Literature - Bachelor's Program

Bachelor of Architecture

English Language and Translation - Bachelor's Program

Fashion Design - Bachelor's Program

Geography - Bachelor's Program

Business and Management (6)

Bachelor of Accounting

Bachelor of Business Administration

Bachelor of Economics

Bachelor of Finance

View All

Engineering and Technology (6)

Bachelor of Computer Engineering

Bachelor of Electrical Engineering

Bachelor of Information Technology

Bachelor of Mechanical Engineering

Cyber Security - Bachelor's Program

Graphics and Multimedia - Bachelor's Program

View All

Life Sciences and Medicine (6)

Bachelor of Dentistry

Bachelor of Medical Laboratory

Bachelor of Radiology Technologies

Bachelor's Degree in Agricultural Sciences

Bachelor's Degree in Agricultural Sciences, Specializing in Animal Production and Breeding

Bachelor's Degree in Veterinary Medicine

View All

Natural Sciences (6)

Bachelor's degree in Food Science and Human Nutrition

Chemistry - Bachelor's Program

Mathematics - Bachelor's Program

Physics - Bachelor's Program

Social Sciences and Management (6)

Art Education - Bachelor's Program

Bachelor of Basic Education - Arabic Language Track

Bachelor of Basic Education - Mathematics Track

Bachelor of Basic Education - Science Track

Bachelor of Education Specialization in Kindergarten

Faith and Contemporary Doctrines - Bachelor's Program

View All

Qassim University (QU) is one of the government universities in Saudi Arabia. The university was established in 2004 and has 36 colleges. The number of its faculty members is exceeding 4000, along with over 3000 employees serving its 67,000 male and female students.
QU is offering (65) M.Sc. programs in different fields such as Medicine, Applied Medical Sciences, Pharmacy, Chemistry, Physics, Applied Mathematics, Engineering, Computer Science and Information Technology, Agriculture and Veterinary Medicine, Architecture and Planning, Islamic Law Sharia & Religion Principles, Arabic Language and Humanities, Management and Economics, Arts and Design, Education and Social Sciences.

In addition, QU is offering (17) Ph.D. programs in different fields such as Islamic Law Sharia & Religion Principles, Arabic Language and Humanities, Management and Economics, Arts and Design, Education and Social Sciences.

The QU seeks to keep up with international standards by providing all support for all its postgraduate programs. There is an increase in the number of postgraduate programs as well as the number of students from different nationalities enrolled in different postgraduate programs. There are more than 4000 international students (males and females) from about 75 countries over the globe.

Arts and Humanities (6)

Fashion Design - Master's Program

Master of Arts Program in Applied Linguistics

Master of Arts Program in English Literature

Master of Arts Program in Language Studies

Master of Arts Program in Linguistics

Master of Arts Program in Literary Studies

View All

Business and Management (6)

Master of Science in Accounting

Master of Science in Economics

Master of Science in Finance

Engineering and Technology (6)

Master of Information Technology

Master of Science in Computer Engineering

Master of Science in Information and Network Security

Master's Program in Civil Engineering

Master's Program in Electrical Engineering

Master's Program in Mechanical Engineering

View All

Life Sciences and Medicine (6)

Biology - Master's Program

Master of Science in Basic Veterinary Sciences (Medical)

Master of Science in Clinical Chemistry

Master of Science in Clinical Microbiology

Master of Science in Laboratory Diagnostics (Medical)

Master of Science in Plant Production

View All

Natural Sciences (6)

Chemistry - Master's Program

Master Program in Applied Mathematics

Master of science in Pure Mathematics

Master's degree in Food Science

Master's degree in Human Nutrition

Physics - Master's Program

Social Sciences and Management (6)

Comparative Jurisprudence - Master's Program

Curriculum and Teaching Methods - Masters Program

Educational Administration - Masters Program

Educational Technology - Masters Program

Faith and Contemporary Doctrines - Master's Program

Fundamentals of Jurisprudence - Master's Program

View All

Full-Time MBA (1)

Master of Business Administration - MBA

Arts and Humanities (4)

Human Geography - Ph.D. Program

Linguistic Studies - Ph.D. Program

Physical Geography - Ph.D. Program

Business and Management (4)

Business Administration - Ph.D. Program

Life Sciences and Medicine (4)

Doctor of Optometry (OD)

Doctor of Pharmacy

Doctor of Physiotherapy

Education: Educational Psychology - Ph.D. Program

Social Sciences and Management (4)

Comparative Jurisprudence - Ph.D. Program

Educational Administration - Ph.D. Program

Educational Technologies - Ph.D. Program

Fundamentals of Jurisprudence - Ph.D. Program

Social Work - Ph.D. Program

Sociology - Ph.D. Program

View All

Total students

35,951

UG students

94%

PG students

6%

International students

2,838

UG students

91%

PG students

9%

Total faculty staff

3,780

Domestic staff

56%

Int'l staff

44%

Tuition fee and scholarships

Scholarships

One of the important factors when considering a master's degree is the cost of study. Luckily, there are many options available to help students fund their master's programme. Download your copy of the Scholarship Guide to find out which scholarships from around the world could be available to you, and how to apply for them.

In this guide you will find:

Where to look for scholarship opportunities

How to apply to scholarships relevant to you

A list of available scholarships around the world

A scholarship application checklist

Download Scholarship Guide

Rankings & ratings

RANKINGS
QS STARS RATINGS

Qassim University is one of the top public universities in Buraydah, Saudi Arabia. It is ranked #901-950 in QS World University Rankings 2024.

QS World University Rankings

Chart
Data

2022
#801-1000
2023
#801-1000
2024
#901-950

View all rankings data

QS Stars is a rating system that helps you select the right university based on your interests. It provides a detailed look at an institution, identifying which universities rate highest in the specific topics that matter to you, like facilities, graduate employability, social responsibility, inclusiveness, and more.