Department of Special Education

The Department of Special Education was established in 1404–1405 AH (1984–1985) as the first academic department of its kind in the Arab world. The department offers bachelor's, master's, and doctoral programs in special education across multiple fields, including intellectual disability, learning disabilities, emotional and behavioral disorders, autism, and education of the deaf and hard of hearing. The department's vision and mission align with Saudi Vision 2030, focusing on preparing specialized professionals who help empower and support people with disabilities and promote their inclusion in society and the labor market. The department brings together a distinguished group of faculty members with research expertise, and it contributes to comprehensive development through its educational and research programs.