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About The Academic Program

The History Department was established with the founding of the College of Arts in 1399 AH. In the following years, the History Departments in women colleges in Riyadh (Educational and Preparing Teachers Departments) were merged to become the History Department in the College of Arts. In 1436 AH, the department introduced a new curriculum for the bachelor’s program in History. In 1442 AH, two additional programs were introduced, making the total number of bachelor’s degree programs in the department three, namely: 1. History Program. 2. archaeology and Museums Program. 3. Tourism Guidance Program.

Major

History

Language of instruction

Arabic

Duration

4 Years

Academic degree

Bachelor of Arts in History

Career opportunities

The program aligns with the Saudi Standard Classification of Occupations. To offer various job opportunities for history graduates, including: • Historian. • History Specialist. •Additionally, graduates from humanities disciplines, in general, can pursue various roles. •Several institutions in the Kingdom engage in diverse projects attracting history graduates, such as King Abdulaziz Foundation for Research and Archives, Al-Diriyah Gate Development Authority, the Royal Commission for Al-Ula, and others. •In 2020, Saudi Arabia established several commissions under the Ministry of Culture, in line with the history major. To focus on enhancing national identity and highlighting the cultural heritage. These commissions include the Literature, Publishing, and Translation Commission, Fashion Commission, Film Commission, Heritage Commission, Architecture and Design Commission, Visual Arts Commission, Museums Commission, Theater and Performing Arts Commission, Libraries Commission, Music Commission, and Culinary Arts Commission.

Nature and Goals of the Program

The program aims to contribute to the enhancement of national identity, fostering allegiance to the noble civilization, and enhancing interaction and dialogue built on respecting human cultures.

1) Equipping graduates with knowledge and skills in the field of history.
2) Enriching knowledge in the field of women's history.
3) Equipping graduates with research skills in the field of historical studies.
4) Enhancing effective communication within and outside the academic environment.

1.1 Provide a specialized knowledge structure of historical and cultural facts and concepts at the national, regional, and global levels in ancient and Islamic history, in line with recent developments in the field.
1.2 Provide a specialized knowledge structure of historical and cultural facts and concepts at the national, regional, and global levels in modern and contemporary history, in accordance with recent developments in the field.
1.3 Present a comprehensive and systematic understanding of facts and concepts related to women's history and their cultural role, based on current advancements in the field.
1.4 Demonstrate advanced knowledge and understanding of research methodology and methods for handling historical sources.
2.1 Apply concepts and skills of analysis, inquiry, and research in historical information.
2.2 Master effective communication skills, knowledge transfer, and expression of ideas.
2.3 Utilize modern technologies and applications to process, analyze, present, and produce historical information innovatively to support specialized historical knowledge.
3.1 Take responsibility for self-learning, achievement, and excellence.
3.2 Master teamwork and effective collaboration to support the team.
3.3 Uphold integrity, professional and academic ethics, actively participate in conveying historical information, and commit to responsible citizenship.

Study Plan

Course Code Course Title Credit
Ethics and Islamic Values 2
Islamic Banking and Economics 2
Community Building in Islam 2
English Language (1) 3
English Language (2) 3

Course Code Course Title Credit
Communication Skills 2
Creative Writing 2
Writing Academic Reports 2
Emotional Intelligence Course 2
Basics of Entrepreneurship 2
Principles of Projects Management 2
Giftedness and Mental Superiority 2
Principles of E-Commerce 2
Financial Literacy 2
Leadership and Change Management 2
Health Awareness 2
Poetry and Prose in Arabic Literature 2
Well-Being and Quality of Life 2
Fitness and Sport Science 2
Sustainable Development 2
Global Citizenship 2
Lifelong Learning Skills 2
Sustainable Ecosystems 2
History of Kingdom of Saudi Arabia and its Pioneering Role 2
Good Citizenship Values 2
Saudi Arts and Heritage 2
Computer Skills and Information Technology 2
Basics of Programming 2
Data Analysis and Management 2

Course Code Course Title Credit
National History 2
Arabic Civilization and Arts 2
Human Rights 2
Principles of Entrepreneurship 2
Basics of entrepreneurship 2
Environmental Culture 2
Environmental Culture 2
Geography of Environmental Hazards 2
National History 2
National History 2
Arabic Civilization and Arts 2
Human Rights 2
Principles of Entrepreneurship 2
Basics of entrepreneurship 2
Environmental Culture 2
Environmental Culture 2
Geography of Environmental Hazards 2
National History 2
National History 2
Arabic Civilization and Arts 2
Human Rights 2
Principles of Entrepreneurship 2
Basics of entrepreneurship 2
Environmental Culture 2
Environmental Culture 2
Geography of Environmental Hazards 2
National History 2
National History 2
Arabic Civilization and Arts 2
Human Rights 2
Principles of Entrepreneurship 2
Basics of entrepreneurship 2
Environmental Culture 2
Environmental Culture 2
Geography of Environmental Hazards 2
National History 2
National History 2
Arabic Civilization and Arts 2
Human Rights 2
Principles of Entrepreneurship 2
Basics of entrepreneurship 2
Environmental Culture 2
Environmental Culture 2
Geography of Environmental Hazards 2
National History 2
National History 2
Arabic Civilization and Arts 2
Human Rights 2
Principles of Entrepreneurship 2
Basics of entrepreneurship 2
Environmental Culture 2
Environmental Culture 2
Geography of Environmental Hazards 2
National History 2
National History 2
Arabic Civilization and Arts 2
Human Rights 2
Principles of Entrepreneurship 2
Basics of entrepreneurship 2
Environmental Culture 2
Environmental Culture 2
Geography of Environmental Hazards 2
National History 2
National History 2
Arabic Civilization and Arts 2
Human Rights 2
Principles of Entrepreneurship 2
Basics of entrepreneurship 2
Environmental Culture 2
Environmental Culture 2
Geography of Environmental Hazards 2
National History 2
National History 2
Arabic Civilization and Arts 2
Human Rights 2
Principles of Entrepreneurship 2
Basics of entrepreneurship 2
Environmental Culture 2
Environmental Culture 2
Geography of Environmental Hazards 2
National History 2
National History 2
Arabic Civilization and Arts 2
Human Rights 2
Principles of Entrepreneurship 2
Basics of entrepreneurship 2
Environmental Culture 2
Environmental Culture 2
Geography of Environmental Hazards 2
National History 2

Course Code Course Title Credit
History of Rome & Greece and Romans 2
Human Civilization 2
Information Resources about the World 2
History of International Museums 2
Information Resources about the World 2
History of International Museums 2

Course Code Course Title Credit Pre-Requisite
English Language (1) 3
English Language (2) 3 ENG101OR ENG101-1
Biography of the Prophet (Values and Behavior) 2
Principles of Information and Technology Systems 2
Statistics 3
Quran Recitation Skills 2
Social work and Voluntary 2

Course Code Course Title Credit Pre-Requisite
Reading Comprehension Skills and Speaking 3
Introduction into History 2
History of Ancient Near East 3
History of the Messengers & Prophets 2

Course Code Course Title Credit Pre-Requisite
Visual History 2
History of Ancient Arabian Peninsula 2 His120OR His120T
Biography of the Prophet 2
Muslim Historians 2 His110OR His110T
Wives & Children of the Prophet 2
Women in Ancient History 2

Course Code Course Title Credit Pre-Requisite
Historical Research Methodology 2 His110OR His110T
Righteous Caliphs 2 His230OR His230T
Studies of the Prophet Biography in the Modern Era 2 His230OR His230T
Islamic History (1) (41-232 h) 3
Documents & Manuscripts 2

Course Code Course Title Credit Pre-Requisite
Read the source (Seminar) 2
History of Morocco & Andalusia 3 His234OR His234T
Islamic History (2) (232-656 h) 3 His234OR His234T
Relationships Between Islamic World & West in Middle Ages 2
Women in Islamic History 2
International Organizations 2

Course Code Course Title Credit Pre-Requisite
Modern Islamic History 2 His336OR His336T
Political History of Kingdom of Saudi Arabia 3
Modern & Contemporary History of Europe & America 3
Introduction into Archaeology 2
Practices in Historical Research skills 2 His211OR His211T
Modern History of Arabs 3
Islamic Civilization 2

Course Code Course Title Credit Pre-Requisite
Contemporary History of Arabs 3 His340OR His340T
Urban History of Kingdom of Saudi Arabia 3 His342OR His342T
Contemporary History of Islamic World 3 His341OR His341T
Contemporary & Modern History of China & Far East 2 His343OR His343T
Famous Women in Modern History 2
Archaeological Sites in the Arabian Peninsula 2
International Relations 2

Course Code Course Title Credit Pre-Requisite
Graduation Project 2 ( His444OR His444T )AND ( His445OR His445T )AND ( His446OR His446TOR His447T )AND ( His462OR His462T )AND ( His472OR His472T )AND ( His453OR His453T )AND ( His415OR His415T )
CO-OP Training 6 ( His453OR His453T )AND ( His415OR His415T )AND ( His444OR His444T )AND ( His445OR His445T )AND ( His446OR His446TOR His447T )AND ( His462OR His462T )AND ( His472OR His472T )