liberty of Information - King Khalid University

Enabling students, faculty members, visitors, and researchers to access academic and administrative information related to the university through:

Publication of Study Plans and Curricula:

Study plans for each college and major are made available through the university’s website, allowing students to download the curricula, view the number of credit hours, courses, and requirements, which helps them with academic planning throughout their years of study.

Granting Students the Right to Access Their Grades and Submit Appeals:

Through the Academia System, students can access their semester grades and submit academic appeals, ensuring fairness and transparency in academic assessment.

Providing Access to Policies and Regulations:

Such as the study and examination regulations, student rights and responsibilities, and policies on usage and access.

Providing Reports and Statistics:

A range of statistics is published, including the number of students, staff, and faculty members, as well as the university's global and local rankings. Annual reports are also made available, enabling the academic community to assess the university’s performance and advocate for improvements.

Access to Scientific Resources:

Through the university's digital library, supporting scientific research and fostering knowledge sharing.

Communication and Complaints:

The university provides systems for submitting complaints and reports, such as IT support requests, cybersecurity incident reports, and the Mubasher System for direct communication with officials. These tools enable students to voice their concerns and share feedback.

Freedom of Information at the University is Also Reflected in Other Areas, Including:

Privacy and Personal Data Protection Policy:

King Khalid University is committed to protecting the personal information of its students, faculty, and staff, in accordance with the Personal Data Protection Law of the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia.

Electronic Participation and Transparency:

The university enables students and the academic community to participate in improving services through:

• Surveys: Evaluating e-services and digital content.
• Reporting System: Reporting technical problems or submitting complaints.
• Mubasher System: Directly communicating complaints and feedback to the concerned departments.

The Electronic Portal Administration supervises all participation and reviews submissions before publication, ensuring transparency and compliance with applicable laws.

Publishing and Digital Content Regulations:

The university defines clear guidelines for publishing content on its website, including:

• Content Quality: Focus on well-structured and clearly written content.
• Legal Compliance: Avoid violations of national laws or infringement on individuals' privacy.
• Clarity and Design: Present content in an attractive, well-organized, and easy-to-read manner.

Protecting Information from Cybercrime:

The university adheres to the Anti-Cybercrime Law, prohibiting:

• Unauthorized access to the university’s systems or websites.
• Defamation or extortion using information technology.

The Objectives of Freedom of Information at the University:

• Empowering students to understand their rights and responsibilities.
• Ensuring transparency in academic and administrative decisions.
• Enhancing the quality of education through accountability.
• Supporting scientific research by providing access to databases and open resources.
• Combating academic corruption in admissions and assessments.