MSE at a glance

The Department of Materials Science and Engineering (MSE) at King Fahd University of Petroleum and Minerals is a newly established department. The department's principal aim is to address challenging issues at the forefront of science and technology while also meeting the demands of the kingdom. Along with offering the graduate program, the MSE department at KFUPM is the first and only department in Saudi Arabia and the Gulf region to offer a dedicated undergraduate MSE program. This is an interdisciplinary field that relies on knowledge from many engineering and fundamental scientific disciplines. This enables us to figure out the underlying mechanisms that govern the matter around us to tackle the numerous engineering problems that our society faces. This multidisciplinary approach is instilled in both undergraduate and graduate students through coursework and research.

The study of MSE involves exploring the links between material structure and properties, as well as designing and engineering materials based on those structure-property correlations. Materials science is a highly active area of research that encompasses a broad range of topics such as polymer science, composites, nanomaterials, computational materials science, and so on. Our faculty members are extremely involved in research and have made a commitment to be role models for students. They regularly engage in cutting-edge research to apply these concepts to solve problems in a variety of sectors, including water treatment, membrane design, and solid-state batteries, to mention a few.

Our department's mission is to support the individual development of our exceptional and innovative students so that they can continue to push the field to ever more beneficial breakthroughs. Our students are equipped with the necessary knowledge to understand the material's structure-performance relationship, materials degradation and failure analysis, and a systematic approach to materials selection for a specific application. They obtain hands-on expertise in synthesis, and characterization, as well as experimental design at even the undergraduate level.

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Exploring Future Collaborations: MSE Department's Visit to ArcelorMittal Tubular Products Jubail (AMTPJ)
On December 4th, the Materials Science and Engineering Department, KFUPM had the privilege of visiting ArcelorMittal Tubular Products Jubail (AMTPJ) to discuss exciting opportunities for future collaboration.

The meeting focused on key areas such as:

·      Developing local talent through training and skill-building initiatives
·      Bridging the gap between academia and industry by aligning educational programs with real-world needs
·      Creating hands-on training opportunities that prepare students for the challenges of modern industry
·      Exploring potential student projects that tackle real-world industrial challenges and enhance innovation in the sector

Both KFUPM and AMTPJ are committed to nurturing the next generation of engineers who will play a pivotal role in supporting Saudi Arabia's Vision 2030. Our discussions centered on how we can work together to create an environment where students gain practical, industry-relevant experience, while also driving forward the growth and technological advancement of local industries.

This partnership reflects our shared vision of empowering students with the skills, knowledge, and experiences needed to meet the demands of a rapidly evolving industrial landscape.

We are thrilled about the prospects of this collaboration and look forward to future discussions that will help us build stronger connections between academia and industry, fostering innovation, research, and professional development for the next generation of engineers.

Special acknowledgements to our chairman Dr Nayef Alsaifi, Dr. Abduljabar Alsayoud, and Dr Maged Abdelsamie from KFUPM and Sergio Ferreira from JESCO, Alejandro Cuevas, Hasan Alsomali, Gamaleldin Nassef and, Nassir Alhashem from AMTPJ

Stay tuned for more updates on this exciting partnership!

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Signing of a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) between ArcelorMittal Tubular Products Al-Jubail (AMTPJ), Jubail Energy Services Single Shareholder Limited Liability Company (JESCO), and the Materials Science and Engineering Department, KFUPM

We are excited to announce the signing of a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) between ArcelorMittal Tubular Products Al-Jubail (AMTPJ), Jubail Energy Services Single Shareholder Limited Liability Company (JESCO), and the Materials Science and Engineering Department, KFUPM. This collaboration marks a significant milestone in strengthening the ties between academia and industry. The MoU outlines a comprehensive framework for joint efforts in research and development, innovation, student engagement, and employment opportunities for MSE graduates.

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The Materials Science and Engineering (MSE) department at KFUPM provides students with a world-class education in a cutting-edge research environment. With the support of highly competent faculty, academic facilities, research labs, and collaboration with industry representatives, the university offers BSc, M.Sc., and MX graduate degrees. We welcome ambitious students to enrich and excel in their skills in the field of MSE by associating academically with us. The online admissions application can be accessed through this link:

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