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Our university, the last public university established in the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia, is distinguished by an ambitious strategic vision, the vision of the University of Jeddah - the New Saudi University Vision (NSUV) - through which we work to expand and build new horizons that enable us to succeed in achieving a prominent international position considering the increasing competitiveness among national, regional, and international universities. We are also distinguished by a domain of focused logistics that contributes to creating the future where we are investing in our geographical location and working to employ our human and financial resources in developing the field of logistics; one of the most essential areas targeted by the Kingdom¡¯s Vision 2030. At the University of Jeddah, we believe our duty towards our national vision is to establish an added value that creates a sustainable impact on society and the economy. Therefore, we seek to be a leading national university in qualitative education, research, innovation, entrepreneurship, community services, and we work to integrate these main aspects of higher education institutions with excellence aiming to become a unique example in the development of modern universities. This is based on the university strategic plan of the NSUV that emanates from the goals of the nation's ambitious vision, Saudi Vision 2030, as well as the fourth industrial revolution.

We strive to create the appropriate environment for work, education, and research at the university that serves employees, students, researchers and that stimulates the preparation of competitive graduates, innovative scientists, active members of Saudi society, and productive contributors to the local and international economy. This is through offering academic programs in primary science and up-to-the-minute specialized fields, providing pioneering research opportunities, establishing partnerships and agreements in various areas of cooperation with public, private, and non-profit sectors nationally and internationally, and involving internal and external stakeholders in developing and improving all the services we provide. We are also working continuously on improving the quality of our services, boosting the cultural identity of the modern and civilized personality, and developing the university¡¯s core values - passion, pride, initiative, excellence, responsibility, and respect - among our staff and students in order to be the first choice for future leaders.

In addition to educating Saudi students without fees, the University of Jeddah offers scholarships for international students for long-term and short-term educational programs and to both male or female non-Saudi students in the following specializations:

College of Engineering: Electrical Engineering, Chemical Engineering, Mechanical Engineering
College of Computer Science and Engineering: Artificial Intelligence, Cybersecurity, Data Science, Software Engineering, Computer Science
College of Science: Physical sciences, Biological sciences, Chemistry, Mathematics
College of Business: Accounting, Finance and Economics, Supply Chain Management
College of Languages and Translation: Arabic Language, English Language, Chinese Language, Translation
College of Arts and Design: Fine Arts and Drawing, Graphics, Interior Design
College of Sport Sciences: Sports Management, Sports training, Mobility and health sciences
College of of Social Sciences and Media: Psychology, History and Archaeology, Communication and media technology
College of Shari¡¯a and Law: Holy Quran and Islamic Studies, Public Law, Private Law

The university also has cooperative and diverse partnerships with a number of international universities and institutions. It provides an educational environment that helps students achieve success in their educational journey. It also supports students non-educational activities that develop their artistic, cultural, and sport skills as well as their talents.?

The University of Jeddah (UJ) is committed to achieving research and innovation excellence, aligning with Saudi Arabia's national RDIA goals and the transformative aspirations of the New Saudi University Vision. From 2023 to 2030, UJ aims to significantly enhance its global academic impact through focused research in nationally prioritized fields, particularly logistics and other strategic areas.

University of Jeddah approach is rooted in fostering a Mission-Driven Integrated Ecosystem where research, innovation, and entrepreneurship not only converge but thrive. The university plans to increase its annual research publications to 7,000 by 2030, while supporting 2,000 high-quality research projects. Additionally, UJ aspires to secure at least 200 patents by the end of the decade, reflecting its dedication to producing tangible, innovative outcomes that can be translated into commercial products and services.

The entrepreneurship objectives at University of Jeddah are equally ambitious, targeting the creation of five startup companies from its business accelerator program and the launch of at least 10 commercial products by 2030. This entrepreneurial spirit is complemented by the university's strategy to optimize performance by aligning research centers and dedicating 10% of its budget to research, innovation, and entrepreneurship programs.

Collaboration is a cornerstone of University of Jeddah strategy, aiming to establish over 200 research partnerships locally and with G20 countries. This is supported by a robust infrastructure that prioritizes collaborative research and the effective use of resources. University of Jeddah operational model emphasizes a seamless progression from idea generation to commercial deployment, ensuring that innovations reach their market potential.

In summary, the University of Jeddah is poised to be a beacon of research and innovation, driven by strategic goals that align with national priorities and a commitment to delivering quality, impactful results. This focus not only enhances UJ's position in the global academic community but also contributes to the socio-economic development of Saudi Arabia and beyond