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Umm Al-Qura University
Al Aziziah, Makkah Saudi Arabia
# 601-610QS World University Rankings
56Undergraduate programs
87Postgraduate programs
3608International students
About Umm Al-Qura University
The university offers a wide range of undergraduate, graduate, and doctoral programs across various disciplines, including Islamic studies, humanities, sciences, engineering, health sciences, business, and law. The curriculum is designed to blend traditional Islamic knowledge with modern academic disciplines.
UQU actively engages in international partnerships and collaborations with reputable universities and research institutions worldwide. This fosters a global exchange of knowledge and experiences, enriching the academic environment for both students and faculty.
Umm Al-Qura University continues to be a distinguished institution dedicated to academic excellence, research, and the promotion of Islamic values. It is advisable to check the university's official website or contact the institution directly for the most up-to-date information.
About Umm Al-Qura University
The university offers a wide range of undergraduate, graduate, and doctoral programs across various disciplines, including Islamic studies, humanities, sciences, engineering, health sciences, business, and law. The curriculum is designed to blend traditional Islamic knowledge with modern academic disciplines.
UQU actively engages in international partnerships and collaborations with reputable universities and research institutions worldwide. This fosters a global exchange of knowledge and experiences, enriching the academic environment for both students and faculty.
Umm Al-Qura University continues to be a distinguished institution dedicated to academic excellence, research, and the promotion of Islamic values. It is advisable to check the university's official website or contact the institution directly for the most up-to-date information.
Available programs
Bachelor UG
Master PG
MBA
PHD
Umm Al-Qura University offers a wide array of undergraduate programs across its various colleges, providing students with diverse academic opportunities. Below is a list of colleges that offer bachelor's degree programs:
Accounting - College of Business Administration (40)
Bachelor's Program in Accounting
Architecture - College of Engineering and Architecture (40)
Bachelor's Program in Islamic Architecture (Architecture Specialization)
Basic and Clinical Oral Sciences - Faculty of Dentistry (40)
Bachelor's Program in Oral and Dental Medicine and Surgery
Biology - College of Applied Sciences (40)
Bachelor's Program in Biology (Zoology Tracks)
Bachelor's Program in Biology (Zoology and Botany Tracks)
Bachelor's Program in Environmental Science
Bachelor's Program in Microbiology
Business Management - Faculty of Administration and Economics (40)
Bachelor's Program in Business Administration
Chemistry - College of Applied Sciences (40)
Bachelor's Program in Chemistry
Bachelor's Program in Industrial Chemistry
Civil Engineering - College of Engineering and Architecture (40)
Bachelor's Program in Civil Engineering
Computer Science and Artificial Intelligence - College of Computers (40)
Bachelor's Program in Computer Science
Bachelor's Program in Information Systems
Dawah and Islamic Culture - College of Dawah and Fundamentals of Religion (40)
Bachelor's Program in Da’wah and Islamic Culture
Department of Clinical Nutrition (40)
Bachelor's Program in Clinical Nutrition
Department of Clinical Technology (40)
Bachelor's Program in Anesthesia Technology
Bachelor's Program in Emergency Medical Services
Bachelor's Program in Respiratory Care
Department of Laboratory Medicine (40)
Bachelor's Program in Laboratory Medicine
Department of Physical Therapy (40)
Bachelor's Program in Physical Therapy
Doctrine - College of Da’wah and Fundamentals of Religion (40)
Bachelor's Program in Doctrine
Early Childhood- Faculty of Education (40)
Bachelor's Program in Early Childhood
Electrical Engineering - College of Engineering and Architecture (40)
Bachelor's Program in Electrical Engineering (Electrical Forces)
Bachelor's Program in Electrical Engineering (Electronics and Communications)
English Language - College of Social Sciences (40)
Bachelor's Program in English
Environmental and occupational health - College of Public Health and Health Informatics (40)
Bachelor's Program in Environmental Health
Epidemiology and medical statistics - College of Public Health and Health Informatics (40)
Bachelor's Program in Epidemiology
Faculty of medicine (40)
Bachelor's Program in Medicine and Surgery
Fashion and Textile Design - College of Art and Design (40)
Bachelor's Program in Clothing & Textiles
Bachelor's Program in Fashion and Textile Design
Geography - College of Social Sciences (40)
Bachelor's Program in Geography
Graphic Design - College of Art and Design (40)
Bachelor's Program in Graphic Design
Health Awareness and Promotion - College of Public Health and Health Informatics (40)
Bachelor's Program in Health Awareness and Promotion
Interior Design - College of Art and Design (40)
Bachelor's Program in Interior Design
Judicial Studies - College of Judicial Studies and Regulations (40)
Bachelor's Program in Judicial Studies
Jurisprudence - College of Sharia and Islamic Studies (40)
Bachelor's Program in Sharia
Language, Grammar and Morphology - College of Arabic Language and Literature (40)
Bachelor's Program in Language, Grammar and Morphology
Literature, Criticism and Rhetoric - College of Arabic Language (40)
Bachelor's Program in Literature
Mathematics - College of Science (40)
Bachelor’s Program in Mathematical Sciences
Mechanical Engineering - College of Engineering and Architecture (40)
Bachelor's Program in Mechanical Engineering
Media - College of Social Sciences (40)
Bachelor's Program in Mass Communication
Bachelor's Program in Mass Communication (Radio and Television)
Bachelor's Program in Media (Journalism)
Bachelor's Program in Media (Public Relations)
Pharmaceutical Practices - Faculty of Pharmacy (40)
Doctor of Pharmacy
Physics - College of Applied Sciences (40)
Bachelor's Program in Medical Physics
Bachelor's Program in Physics
Preparing Teachers Arabic - Language Institute for Non-native Speakers (40)
Bachelor's Program in Teaching Arabic to Non-native Speakers
Social Service - College of Social Sciences (40)
Bachelor's Program in Social Service
Sports Science - Faculty of Education (40)
Bachelor's Program in Physical Education
Bachelor's Program in Physical Education (Sports Management)
Bachelor's Program in Physical Education (Sports Training)
Bachelor's Program in Physical Education with Pedagogical Preparation
Systems - College of Judicial Studies and Regulations (40)
Bachelor's Program in Systems
Tourism and Hospitality - Faculty of Administration and Economics (40)
Bachelor's Program in Tourism and Hospitality
Visual Arts - College of Art and Design (40)
Bachelor's Program in Visual Arts
Umm Al-Qura University offers a wide array of graduate programs across its various colleges, providing students with diverse academic opportunities. Below is a list of colleges that offer postgrad degree programs:
Architecture - College of Engineering and Architecture (30)
Master’s Program in Architecture
Master’s Program in Architecture (Islamic Architecture)
Master’s Program in Islamic Architecture
Biology - College of Applied Sciences (30)
Master’s Program in Animal Science (Animal Physiology)
Master’s Program in Animal Science (Experimental Zoology)
Master’s Program in Botany
Master’s Program in Food Health and Safety
Master’s Program in Microbiology
Master’s Program in Plant Sciences (Algae)
Master’s Program in Zoology
Chemistry - College of Applied Sciences (30)
Master's Program in Chemistry
Dawah and Islamic Culture - College of Dawah and Fundamentals of Religion (30)
Master's Program in Da’wah and Islamic Culture
Master's Program in Da’wah and Islamic Culture (Islamic Da’wah)
Master's Program in Islamic Call and Culture (Islamic Culture)
Department of Biochemistry (30)
Master’s Program in Clinical Biochemistry
Department of Clinical Nutrition (30)
Master's Program in Clinical Nutrition
Department of Laboratory Medicine (30)
Master’s Program in Clinical Laboratory Sciences (Cellular and Molecular pathology)
Master’s Program in Clinical Laboratory Sciences (Clinical Biochemistry)
Master’s Program in Clinical Laboratory Sciences (Clinical Microbiology)
Department of Microbiology (30)
Master’s Program in Medical Microbiology
Department of Pharmaceuticals and Toxicology (30)
Master’s Program in Clinical Toxicology
Department of Physical Therapy (30)
Master's Program in Physical Therapy
Department of Physiology (30)
Master's Program in Human Physiology
Doctrine - College of Da’wah and Fundamentals of Religion (30)
Master's Program in Doctrine
Educational Administration - Faculty of Education (30)
Master’s Program in Educational Administration
Master’s Program in Educational Administration and Planning
Educational Policies - Faculty of Education (30)
Master’s Program in Educational Policies
Master’s Program in Fundamentals of Education
Master’s Program in Fundamentals of Education (Comparative Education)
Master’s Program in Fundamentals of Education (Islamic Fundamentals of Education)
Master’s Program in Islamic and Comparative Education
Faculty of medicine (30)
Master’s Program in Medical Genetics
Fashion and Textile Design - College of Art and Design (30)
Master's Program in Fashion and Textile Design
Geography - College of Social Sciences (30)
Master's Program in Geography
Interior Design - College of Art and Design (30)
Master's Program in Housing and Home Management
Judicial Studies - College of Judicial Studies and Regulations (30)
Master's Program in Judicial Studies
Master's Program in Judicial Studies (Administrative Judiciary)
Master's Program in Judicial Studies (Commercial Justice)
Master's Program in Judicial Studies (Criminal Justice)
Jurisprudence - College of Sharia and Islamic Studies (30)
Master’s Program in Fundamentals of Jurisprudence
Master’s Program in Islamic Studies
Master’s Program in Jurisprudence
Language, Grammar and Morphology - College of Arabic Language and Literature (30)
Master's Program in Applied Linguistics
Master's Program in Linguistics
Literature, Criticism and Rhetoric - College of Arabic Language (30)
Master's Program in Literature, Criticism, and Rhetoric (Literature)
Master's Program in Literature, Criticism, and Rhetoric (Rhetoric and Criticism)
Mathematics - College of Science (30)
Master's Program in Applied Mathematics
Master's Program in Pure Mathematics
Media - College of Social Sciences (30)
Master's Program in Journalism
Master's Program in Public Relations
Master's Program in Radio and Television
Pharmaceutical Practices - Faculty of Pharmacy (30)
Master's Program in Clinical Pharmacy
Master's Program in Pharmaceutical Chemistry and Drug Analysis
Master's Program in Pharmaceutics
Psychology - Faculty of Education (30)
Master's Program in Psychology
Social Service - College of Social Sciences (30)
Master's Program in Social Service (Organization and Management in Social Service)
Master's Program in Social Work (Clinical Social Work)
Sports Science - Faculty of Education (30)
Master's Program in Physical Education
Master's Program in Sports Management
Systems - College of Judicial Studies and Regulations (30)
Master's Program in Commercial System
Master's Program in Criminal System
Master's Program in Systems
Visual Arts - College of Art and Design (30)
Master's Program in Art Education
Full-Time MBA (1)
Master of Business Administration (MBA)
Biology - College of Applied Sciences (16)
PhD in Botany (Plant Ecology)
PhD in Plant Sciences (Algae)
PhD in Plant Sciences (Plant Ecology)
Chemistry - College of Applied Sciences (16)
PhD Program in Chemistry
Dawah and Islamic Culture - College of Dawah and Fundamentals of Religion (16)
PhD Program in Da’wah and Islamic Culture
PhD Program in Da’wah and Islamic Culture (Islamic Da’wah)
PhD Program in Islamic Call and Culture (Islamic Culture)
Doctrine - College of Da’wah and Fundamentals of Religion (16)
PhD Program in Doctrine
Educational Administration - Faculty of Education (16)
PhD Program in Educational Administration and Planning
Educational Policies - Faculty of Education (16)
PhD Program in Fundamentals of Education (Islamic Fundamentals of Education)
PhD Program in Islamic Principles of Education
Fashion and Textile Design - College of Art and Design (16)
PhD Program in Fashion and Textile Design
Geography - College of Social Sciences (16)
PhD Program in Geography
Interior Design - College of Art and Design (16)
PhD Program in Housing and Home Management
Jurisprudence - College of Sharia and Islamic Studies (16)
PhD Program in Jurisprudence
Language, Grammar and Morphology - College of Arabic Language and Literature (16)
PhD Program in Linguistics
Literature, Criticism and Rhetoric - College of Arabic Language (16)
PhD Program in Literature, Criticism, and Rhetoric (Literature)
PhD Program in Literature, Criticism, and Rhetoric (Rhetoric and Criticism)
Mathematics - College of Science (16)
PhD Program in Applied Mathematics
PhD Program in Pure Mathematics
Psychology - Faculty of Education (16)
PhD Program in Psychology
Systems - College of Judicial Studies and Regulations (16)
PhD Program in Systems
Visual Arts - College of Art and Design (16)
PhD Program in Art Education
University information
Transcripts: Submission of official transcripts from the secondary school, demonstrating academic performance.
Language Proficiency: For non-Arabic speaking students, proof of proficiency in Arabic or English may be required. This can be demonstrated through language proficiency tests such as the TOEFL or IELTS.
Entrance Exam: Some programs or faculties may require applicants to take a university-specific entrance examination.
Passport and Visa: International students may need to provide a copy of their passport and obtain the necessary student visa.
Graduate Programs: Bachelor's Degree: A completed bachelor's degree from a recognized institution is usually required for admission to master's programs.
Transcripts: Submission of official transcripts from all previous higher education institutions attended.
Letters of Recommendation: Some programs may require letters of recommendation from professors or professionals familiar with the applicant's academic or professional background.
Statement of Purpose: A written statement outlining the applicant's academic and career goals, as well as reasons for pursuing the specific graduate program.
Language Proficiency: Proficiency in Arabic or English is often required. This can be demonstrated through language proficiency tests such as the TOEFL or IELTS.
Entrance Exam: Certain graduate programs may require applicants to take a standardized entrance exam relevant to their field of study.
CV/Resume: A curriculum vitae (CV) or resume highlighting academic and professional experiences.
Student life
The university provides a vibrant and dynamic student life experience. Various student organizations, clubs, and extracurricular activities contribute to the holistic development of students, fostering leadership skills and a sense of community. UQU encourages student involvement through various clubs and organizations. These groups cover a wide range of interests, including academic, cultural, sports, and community service activities. UQU emphasizes leadership development, offering programs and activities that foster leadership skills among students. This includes workshops, training sessions, and participation in student government.Tuition fee and 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.
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A list of available scholarships around the world
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Rankings & ratings
Umm Al-Qura University is one of the top public universities in Makkah, Saudi Arabia. It is ranked #601-610 in QS World University Rankings 2024.
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