Bachelor’s Program

Is Jeddah International College recognised locally?

Yes, it is locally accredited by the Ministry of Education.

Is Jeddah International College recognised globally?

Yes, as the graduation certificate is attested by the Ministry of Education and the Ministry of Foreign Affairs.

What are the majors or academic undergraduate programs offered at Jeddah International College?

  • Business Management
    • Marketing and International Business Management
    • Accounting and Finance
  • Design
    • Graphic Design
    • Interior Design
  • Computer Science and Information Technology
    • Computer Science
      • Computer Science/Software Engineering
      • Computer Science/Artificial Intelligence
    • Information Technology
      • IT/Networking
      • Information Technology/Cyber ​​Security
  • Industrial Engineering
  •  Law
  • Travel and Tourism

What is the approved language of study for the programs?

English language, and now the marketing and international business administration, law and Travel and Tourism Specialization is available in Arabic

What are the tuition fees for each program?

What is the duration of study for a bachelor’s degree?

The duration of the program is 8 semesters and may extend to 10 semesters if the student is accepted into the English Language Program.

Is there a preparatory year?

The duration of the program is 8 semesters and may extend to 10 semesters if the student is accepted into the English Language Program.

How many credit hours are required to be registered per semester? What is the maximum and minimum number of credit hours a student can register for per semester?

A student can register 16 credit hours according to the normal study load, while the minimum is 12 hours and the maximum is 18 hours.

What is the mode of study in the college?

The mode of study in the college is full-time face-to-face attendance 

What are the study hours or the nature of the study schedule for undergraduate programs?

The study hours are from 8 am to 3 pm for the English Language Program. The study hours for the major courses are according to the academic schedule, during working hours from 8 am to 4 pm.

Is there a summer semester? What is the maximum and minimum number of credit hours a student can register for in the summer semester?

Yes, there is a summer semester, the minimum is 3 credit hours, and the maximum is 9 credit hours.

What major is written on the certificate, especially if the study is for a track?

The Major name and track (Example: Information Technology, Cyber ​​Security track)

Is it possible to register at any time of the year for a bachelor’s degree?

The student can apply for admission to the college during the specified admission period during the year announced in the academic calendar.

I am not in Jeddah. How can I send my documents for equivalency?

Send the files to [email protected], mentioning the desired major.

Are there scholarships from external parties?

No, there isn’t.

What is the minimum GPA?

65% in a high school diploma or its equivalent (for Business Administration and Design and Law Majors)

80% of the General Secondary Certificate (Scientific Track) or its equivalent (for Industrial Engineering, Information Technology, and Computer Science Majors)

Are the (aptitude) and (achievement) tests a prerequisite for admission among applicants?

No, it is not a prerequisite for admission.

Does the application require attendance at the university?

Yes, attendance is required to submit official documents.

When and how will I be notified if I have been accepted?

After fulfilling the admission requirements and conditions

What are the maximum years of education interruption? Is there an age limit?

There is no maximum for the years of education interruption, and there is no maximum age, but being available for a full-time study program is required.

What is the payment system? What are the accepted payment methods?

Full payment or in 3 instalments during the semester, all payment methods are available.

Is there a system for paying tuition fees in instalments? And what are its conditions?

Yes, the tuition fees are divided over four equal monthly installments, with each installment representing 25% of the total fees. The first installment is paid upon registration.

Is there a scholarship system?

Does the college adopt the bridging system? Is there an equivalency for courses taken at other universities or colleges?

The college has no bridging system, but some diploma degree courses can be equalised if the equivalency conditions are met.

What conditions must be met to accept equivalency requests? What are the requirements for course equivalency?

Bring the transcript issued by the university or college where the study took place and the course specification (and the comprehensive test for diplomas).

The number of credit hours for the course studied should be equal to the number of course credit hours at Jeddah International College. The course description must be 80% identical to the Jeddah International College course.

Is there an exemption system for social security beneficiaries?

It’s not available now.

Are there practical and cooperative training courses for each program?

Yes, there are.

Can I register as a visiting student?

Yes, you can, provided you obtain an approval letter from your college/university, proof of identity and transcripts.

Tourism and Hospitality Department

What is the Tourism and Hospitality Department?

The Department of Tourism and Hospitality aims to prepare students to work in the tourism and event planning industry by providing them with the skills and knowledge necessary for success in this field. The Department of Tourism and Hospitality is considered one of the college majors with a promising future due to the continuous growth in the tourism industry worldwide. The department offers two academic majors: Travel & Tourism and  Event Management.

What is the minimum cumulative GPA for admission?

65% for high school or its equivalent.

What high school tracks can students apply with to study in the department?

Jeddah International College welcomes students from all tracks.

Is it required to obtain an aptitude and achievement test to apply?

These tests are not required.

What is the study system?

Study is in person according to the students’ academic schedule.

What are the lecture times?

Classes are during the daytime, from eight in the morning until four in the evening, according to the students’ schedule.

What is the study duration?

The average study duration to obtain a bachelor’s degree in the Department of Tourism and Hospitality, whether in the Travel and Tourism major or the Event Management major, is four years, that is, eight semesters, with a total of 124 academic hours. The student can choose to enrol in a number of study hours that range between a minimum of 12 academic hours and a maximum of 18 academic hours per semester.

Does the department require proficiency in languages other than Arabic?

The primary language of study is Arabic, and the department contains only five English courses to enable the student to better integrate into the work environment.

Does the department require proficiency in languages other than Arabic and English, such as Eastern or European languages?

This is not required as the primary language of study is Arabic.

How can I get opportunities for practical training?

In its study plan, Jeddah International College provides training opportunities in cooperation with a number of local companies and institutions under the supervision of the College’s Cooperative Training Unit. The student can also join the Tourism Pioneers Program of the Ministry of Tourism.

Are field visits organized for tourism and travel companies and event-organizing companies?

The Student Activities Department organizes many trips and visits at different times of the academic year.

Can a student work in the field of tourism or organize events during the study period?

The student can join work as long as this does not negatively affect his academic level or academic achievement and does not conflict with his academic schedule.

Does studying in the Tourism and Hospitality Department contribute to improving personal skills?

Through the department’s materials, the student masters many essential skills in the labour market, such as management, planning, and marketing.

What is the professional future for the Department of Tourism and Hospitality graduates?

The Kingdom’s Vision 2030 invests in developing the infrastructure of the tourism sector to create a vibrant society and a prosperous economy. This will make the Kingdom a more attractive tourist destination. The tourism sector is expected to grow by 7% annually during the next ten years, especially in light of the growing interest in Saudi heritage and culture, which means providing diverse job opportunities that were not available before.

Graduates can work in a variety of facilities, such as hotels, resorts, museums and airports. They can also work in the field of customer service management and marketing in various industries and management of entertainment, cultural and scientific events and conferences. In addition, they can work in sectors dealing with Hajj and Umrah management.

How much does specialization cost?

 (1600 SAR) only per academic hour, noting that the specialization requires passing (124) academic hours throughout the study period.

What distinguishes the Bachelor of Tourism and Hospitality at Jeddah International College?

Jeddah International College gives students wishing to study the specialization the opportunity to learn the latest knowledge and experiences in the field of tourism in the Arabic language through an advanced educational program presented by distinguished academic faculty who enjoy high efficiency and great effectiveness in enriching the students’ unique study experience.

Design Department

What is the Design Department?

It is an academic department specializing in the artistic field, as it focuses on learning to design and implement innovative projects such as using visual images to communicate ideas, processing content using digital technology, or planning interior spaces to create comfortable and functional environments.

What are the specializations of the Design Department?

Graphic Design: using visual elements and fonts, pictures and symbols to deliver a message to the recipient to highlight the brand, facilitate its understanding, organize information, formulate ideas, and give a creative sense to the concept to be embodied.Graphic Design is applied in creating advertisements, logos, visual identities, mobile applications, web pages, social media, etc.

Interior Design: Designing interior spaces attractively and appropriately to the character of the place, using coordination of colours, materials and lighting. Interior Design is applied to homes, offices, restaurants, hotels, and commercial places.

Digital Media Design: Creating digital content such as images, audio, video, text, and animation effectively and attractively. Digital media design is applied in the production of films, video games, smartphone applications, websites, advertising materials, and animation.

What is the minimum cumulative GPA for acceptance into the department?

65% for high school or its equivalent.

What high school tracks can students apply with to study in the department?

Jeddah International College welcomes students from all tracks.

Is taking an aptitude and achievement test required to join the department?

These tests are not required.

What is the study system in the department?

Study is in person according to the students’ academic schedule.

What are the lecture times?

Classes are during the daytime, from eight in the morning until four in the evening, according to the students’ schedule.

What is the duration of study in the department?

The average duration of study to obtain a bachelor’s degree in the Department of Design, whether in the graphic design program, the multimedia design program, or the interior design program, is four years, that is, eight semesters, with a total of 134 study hours, and the student can choose to enrol in a number of study hours ranging from 12 study hours per semester as a minimum, to 18 study hours as a maximum.

What is the language of study?

English language. If the student does not have a good level of English, the possibility of developing his language is available by joining the college’s English Language Center.

How can I get opportunities for practical training?

In its study plan, Jeddah International College provides training opportunities in cooperation with a number of local companies and institutions under the supervision of the College’s Cooperative Training Unit.

Are field visits organized?

The Student Activities Department organizes many trips and visits at different times of the academic year.

Does studying in the Design Department contribute to improving personal skills?

Studying in the Design Department encourages talent, deepens creativity, and contributes to raising aesthetic taste and improving critical thinking, as the student must be precise, focus on details, and cooperate with team members to complete the work on time.

What is the professional future for graduates of the Design Department?

A promising future full of opportunities awaits the students of the Design Department, thanks to the growing reliance on social media, which will open horizons for prosperity and the development of inspiring and innovative careers which contribute to meeting the Kingdom’s needs for designers in both the public and private sectors, especially within the framework of Vision 2030.
A student with a Bachelor’s degree in Graphic Design or Digital Media Design can work in advertising and marketing agencies, website and application design companies, and the production of animation and video games.
An interior design student can work independently or join interior design or real estate development companies.

How much does the major cost?

(1,750 SAR) only for one academic hour, noting that the program requires passing (134) academic hours throughout the study period.

What distinguishes the Design Department at Jeddah International College?

The Design Department at Jeddah International College combines design programs on the one hand with the business side on the other hand. This would enable the department’s graduates to solve scientific problems based on the self-learning ability they acquired during their studies.
The department offers study plans approved by the Ministry of Education and compatible with the National Qualifications Framework, taught by a distinguished elite of faculty members in study laboratories equipped with the latest educational programs and technical tools, and an unlimited number of extracurricular activities that contribute to enriching academic life and discovering and nurturing gifted people.
Studying in English will also allow the student to complete postgraduate studies inside or outside the Kingdom more efficiently.

Business Department

What is the Department of Business?

The Department of Business at Jeddah International College offers the following academic specializations.
– Marketing and International Business Management with two tracks, one in Arabic and the other in English
– Accounting and finance in English

What is the minimum cumulative GPA for acceptance into the department?

65% for high school or its equivalent.

What high school tracks can students apply with to study in the department?

Jeddah International College welcomes students from all tracks.

Is taking an aptitude and achievement test required to join the department?

These tests are not required.

What is the study system in the department?

Study is in person according to the students’ academic schedule.

What is the duration of study in the department?

The average study duration to obtain a bachelor’s degree in the Department of Business, whether in Marketing and International Business or Accounting and Finance, is four years, i.e. eight semesters, with a total of 132 study hours. The student can choose to enrol in a number of study hours ranging from a minimum of 12 hours and a maximum of 18 academic hours in one semester.

How can I get opportunities for practical training?

In its study plan, Jeddah International College provides training opportunities in cooperation with a number of local companies and institutions under the supervision of the College’s Cooperative Training Unit.

Are field visits organized?

The Student Activities Department organizes many trips and visits at different times of the academic year.

Does studying in the department contribute to improving personal skills?

Through the course materials, the students acquire a variety of skills, the most important of which are leadership skills and rational thinking, in addition to the skills of managing money, organizing time, and making appropriate decisions.

They will be able to improve effective communication, think outside the box, innovate solutions to problems, and raise the level of entrepreneurship.

What is the professional future for graduates of the department?

Studying in the Department of Business offers many career options, including:

  • Marketing Manager
  • Advertising Planner
  • Sales Manager
  • Business Developer
  • Digital marketer
  • Business Consultant
  • Entrepreneur
  • Accountant
  • Financial Manager
  • Investment Fund manager
  • Joining Banks and Banking Services

How much does specialization cost?

(1,600 SAR) only for one academic hour, noting that the program requires passing (132) academic hours throughout the study period.

What distinguishes the Department of Business at Jeddah International College?

Jeddah International College offers a unique opportunity for the student by providing double majors such as Marketing and Business and Accounting and Finance. This approach allows the student to study two programs simultaneously without increasing the number of years, which enhances the student’s familiarity with more skills and broader knowledge for better career opportunities.

In addition to offering marketing and Business specializations in Arabic and English according to the student’s choice, the opportunity to obtain a bachelor’s degree by studying on the weekend is a suitable option for the student who has other commitments.