Department of Physics

The Department of Physics was established in 1396 H as one of the Departments of the College of Education, King Saud University branch in Abha. The first graduates graduated in 1400–1401 H. When King Khalid University was established in the academic year 1419–1420 H the Department of Physics became a part of the Faculty of Science at King Khalid University departments. Many students have graduated from the Department since its inception and joined various government or private jobs.

Anticipating the important role of physics in life and society the Department of Physics was established in 1396 H to teach and qualify students to play their role in society in the field of teaching, engineering, industry, or other areas of life. The Department students are studying at the university level which will last four years. Students study 130 credit hours and receive a Bachelor of Science. There is an increasing need for physics graduates to enroll in various National Industrial companies and educational institutes such as the Royal Commission of Jubail and Yanbu. Moreover, there are great opportunities for students to continue their higher studies either in the department or through internal or external scholarships. Students can also apply to university to continue their study for a master's degree in the department where the department offers a master's degree in physics where students study specialized courses and conduct a thesis.