Computer technologies and applicationshave witnessed tremendous advances in the recent years. The rapid development in the kingdom of Saudi Arabia and the increased demand for the computer in modern development and technology results in a huge need for specialized individuals in this field who are capable of working with computers that played essential roles in all governal, public and private institutions and establishments.

Because of need for national human resources in computer science, the king Saud University has approved on 1402/1403 H. to start two study programs in this field which are:

•  computer science program under the college of science,
•  and computer engineering under college of engineering.

The Royal Decree under the number 7/1558/m in 19.5/1404 H was issued to establish the college of computer science for the King Saud University so that the college will be supported financially, administratively and academically like the other colleges in the university; an approval is issued to the college to start enrolling student on 1404/1405 H.

Vision

World-wide excellence and leadership in research and education in computing and informatics.

Mission

To advance the frontiers of knowledge and to prepare creative minds in computing disciplines with commitment to serve the community in order to participate in moving towards a knowledge-based economy through developing an environment that stimulates excellence, creativity, and innovation in education and research.

Objectives

1. Sustain excellence in learning experience
2. Ensure creative and innovative research
3. Strengthen graduates’ competitiveness
4. Bolster faculty and staff performance
5. Support continuous improvement through national and international partnerships
6. Expand the college impact on local society 

Values

We adhere strictly to Islamic values. We are committed to:

• Excellence: Continuously aspiring  to excellence in education and research;
• Discovery: Expand knowledge and human understanding.
• Leadership: Excel with integrity and the spirit that nothing is impossible.
• Teamwork: Work as a team, help each other, and sacrifice for the common goals.
• Focus: Concentrate the energy and resources of the college to promote cutting edge and innovative research facing real-world challenges.
• Trust: Trust in human ability and ingenuity.
• Integrity: Foster individual & Institutional integrity.
• Creativity: Foster creativity in graduates.