VISION

To be a global leader in the integration of geophysics education and research relevant to discovery and development of natural resources focusing on hydrocarbons, with minimum impact on the environment.  

MISSION

The Geophysics program is committed:

1. To prepare graduates who are empowered with basic knowledge, skills, values, and confidence to take a leadership role in the fields of geophysics;
2. To prepare graduates to carry out research that contributes to the knowledge and sustainable development of the Kingdom in diverse aspects of geophysics, with emphasis on petroleum-related geophysics; and,
3. To provide a stimulating campus environment to foster life-long learning, through seminars, professional short courses, and public forums.

The goals of the Geophysics program are:

1. To reflect in our teaching, research, and service the breadth and importance of geophysics to society;
2. To provide students with the technical expertise and skills needed to gather and interpret geophysical data in a scientific manner;
3. To provide students with the necessary tools to effectively communicate the results of geophysical investigations to other professional and public; and,
4. To maintain and enhance distinction in the areas of hydrocarbon resources, groundwater, mineral resources, and the environment;
5. To develop cutting edge research with high scholarly impact; and
6. To interact with society, alumni, and partners.

The program will provide

1. Up-to-date lecture and laboratory-based courses;
2. Local, regional, and international field experiences;
3. Laboratory experiences that provide exposure to modern equipment and technologies that will enhance career opportunities for our students;
4. State-of-the-art computer technology and software for data acquisition, analysis, and modeling applications within the broad area of geosciences;
5. Research and interactive problem-solving opportunities and support for undergraduate students (senior projects, field trips, field courses, and summer training). Prepare students with sufficient experience in conducting scientific research;
6. Educational learning opportunities for non-geophysics majors;
7. Opportunities for faculty members, researchers, staff and graduate students to develop research with scholarly impact;
8. Opportunities to increase the participation in national and international scientific events for students, researchers, teaching staff and faculty members;
9. Opportunities to establish partnerships, collaborations, and consortia for research with top international institutes in the geophysical sciences;
10. Opportunities to strengthen the relationships with society, alumni, and partners through outreach programs that include training, courses, consultations, awareness, etc.