With the launch of a new year of training programs, King Abdullah University of Science and Technology (KAUST), represented by KAUST Academy, is helping to position Saudi Arabia as a global leader in several vital industries, including AI, bioinformatics and renewable energy. These programs will train the Kingdom’s future leaders across these fields, helping to achieve Vision 2030 goals and diversify the Saudi Arabian economy in some of the most cutting-edge global industries. Over 1,500 of the brightest students from Saudi universities, including KAUST, Jazan University, King Abdulaziz University, Umm Al-Qura University (UQU), King Khalid University, Tabuk University, Taibah University, Qassim University, Princess Nourah bint Abdulrahman University, King Faisal University, and King Fahd University of Petroleum and Minerals (KFUPM), will attend the programs over the coming year. 

The programs meet the needs and requirements of students from diverse regions across the Kingdom in collaboration with KAUST’s strategic partners, such as the National Technology Development Program (NTDP), the Al-Aqeel Foundation for AI and Bioinformatics, King Abdullah City for Atomic and Renewable Energy (KACARE) and the Saudi Women and Energy Association (We) in renewable energy.    

Dr. Sultan Al-Barakati, Director of KAUST Academy, highlighted the importance of these initiatives, stating, "These programs are a cornerstone in preparing and empowering young generations in promising fields that address future needs. KAUST, leveraging its educational role and academic expertise, has ensured the development of exceptional programs to support the objectives of Saudi Vision 2030 in research, development, and innovation."  

These initiatives reflect KAUST's commitment to nurturing capability through education and equipping future generations with the advanced technological knowledge and skills that are aligned with the latest global practices. The programs aim to contribute to Saudi Vision 2030 by building a robust scientific foundation that drives the development of a knowledge-based economy.