Build Your Public Policy Future
Build Your Future in Governance and Public Policy at Alfaisal University
Why Study Governance and Public Policy in Saudi Arabia?
As Saudi Arabia rapidly transforms under Vision 2030, the need for qualified professionals in governance and public policy is growing. Government bodies, private sectors, and international organizations are seeking graduates who can lead with insight, knowledge, and policy impact.
Studying this field in Saudi Arabia offers you:
- Direct access to policy transformation on both national and international levels.
- Career opportunities in public administration, urban planning, consulting, and diplomacy.
- Hands-on experience through partnerships with Saudi and global institutions.
About the Public Policy Program at Alfaisal University
The Governance and Public Policy program at Alfaisal University is the first of its kind in the Kingdom, offered by the prestigious College of Law & International Relations.
It equips students with practical and theoretical skills in:
- Political Science
- International Governance
- Legal Reform
- Sustainable Public Leadership
Taught entirely in English, the program aligns with international academic standards and the local policy landscape in Saudi Arabia.
Program Highlights
- Degree Name Bachelor in Governance and Public Policy
- Location Riyadh, Kingdom of Saudi Arabia
- Faculty Taught by experienced local and international faculty
- Duration 4 years – Full-time
- Program Partners Governmental and Non-Governmental Organizations
- Study Abroad Opportunity SciencesPo (France) and Georgetown University (Summer Program)
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Careers in Public Policy
Graduates of this program in Riyadh pursue impactful careers, such as:
Government
Administrator
Legislative
Assistant
Political
Advisor
Urban
Planner
Public
Affairs Consultant
Researcher
& Academic
Diplomatic
Services Officer
Discover how this program can lead you toward leadership at local and global levels.
Why Choose Alfaisal University?
Top-ranked private universities in Saudi Arabia
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Located in Riyadh – a growing hub for international law and policy
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Small class sizes – 120 students per cohort
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Interactive learning – workshops, debates, and research projects
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Inspiring academic environment – shaping the leaders of tomorrow
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Global faculty and exposure – international summer exchange programs
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What You’ll Learn
Sample courses include:
- Foundations of Public Policy
- International Law and Relations
- Political Economy
- Strategic Governance
- Human Rights and Global Institutions
- Research Methods in Public Administration
Your knowledge will be developed through case studies, simulations, and faculty-led research projects.
Learn from Experts
Our faculty brings experience from international organizations, think tanks, and top academic institutions.
Meet some of our professors
Dr. Abd Hakim Abd Razak
Assistant Professor of Law, College of Law & International Relations
Teaches: Land Law, Banking Law
Take the First Step
Ready to apply? Here’s how to get started:
Submit Your Application
Apply online through our secure admission portal
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