Announced the introduction of female admissions in maritime sector specialisations for the first time, marking a significant milestone aligned with Saudi Vision 2030’s objectives
The initiative includes the establishment of a new faculty for female student affairs at the College of Maritime Studies. The objective is to qualify Saudi women for new professions and expand research and studies in the maritime field, growing and maritime transport and logistics industry in the Kingdom.
Dr. Faisal Al-Thaibani, Dean of the College of Maritime Studies, explained that this development will foster community participation and leverage the capabilities of Saudi women in the maritime transport sector, increasing overall efficiency and achieving sustainability.
He emphasised that the college’s strategy offers globally recognised education and training in maritime surveying and transportation, preparing Saudi human resources and contributing to the national economy’s growth.
Dr. Al-Thaibani highlighted the Kingdom’s commitment to enhancing women’s participation in the maritime industry, addressing workforce gaps in line with global trends. He noted a significant increase in female collaboration in the industry within the Kingdom, supported by Saudi Vision 2030’s focus on activities that elevate women’s representation across various sectors, including maritime transport.
King Abdulaziz University is also recognised as a leader in opening the doors of higher education to the Kingdom’s female population. The men’s and women’s campuses and their educational programs were established simultaneously at the time of the university’s founding and have enabled medical students of both genders to cooperate in becoming MDs.