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As part of a strategic partnership between King Abdulaziz University (KAU) and King Abdullah City for Atomic and Renewable Energy (K.A.CARE), 22 male and female students from KAU’s Nuclear Engineering Department are participating in an intensive international training program hosted by Texas A&M University in the United States.
The program, which runs from June 14 to July 12, 2025, with extended academic and field activities continuing until the end of July, aims to enhance national capabilities in the field of nuclear energy. This initiative is a key outcome of the agreement between KAU and K.A.CARE, and reflects the Kingdom’s ongoing commitment to advancing its energy sector in alignment with Saudi Vision 2030.
Designed to develop and qualify national talent in advanced nuclear reactor technologies, the program also supports energy diversification efforts and promotes adherence to the standards set by the International Atomic Energy Agency (IAEA). It underscores the importance of international collaboration in fostering knowledge transfer, technical excellence, and innovation.
This training program is part of the broader initiative titled:
“Activating Mechanisms and Specialized Educational Programs to Attract and Train Students in the Field of Nuclear Energy,” which supports the Kingdom’s strategic vision for human capital development in the peaceful use of nuclear energy.
The program covers eight core areas:
• Nuclear safety and security
• Radiation protection
• Fuel cycle management
• Nuclear emergency preparedness
• Human capital development
• Nuclear reactor operation simulation
• Professional engagements with scientific organizations
• Cultural and educational visits
By combining theoretical instruction with practical training and international exposure, the program contributes to building a highly specialized national workforce in nuclear engineering. It also strengthens student connections with global research and industrial institutions, supports postgraduate studies, and opens new pathways for participation in national energy projects, scientific innovation and sustainability within the Kingdom.
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