Announcement of the opening of admissions for postgraduate studies
Naif Arab University for Security Sciences (NAUSS) , the scientific arm of the Council of Arab Interior Ministers, has announced February 8 to 26, 2026 , offering a unique opportunity for those wishing to specialize in advanced security and justice fields that meet contemporary challenges.
Historical context and leading role in promoting Arab security
Naif Arab University for Security Sciences, headquartered in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia, was established as a leading academic institution in the field of security studies across the Arab world. Its primary mission is to develop Arab security personnel and leaders, and to conduct research and studies that serve comprehensive security strategies and support decision-makers in addressing emerging security challenges. Through its advanced academic and training programs, the university contributes directly to unifying security concepts and strengthening cooperation among security agencies in Arab countries.
Advanced academic programs that keep pace with contemporary challenges
The opening of admissions this year comes as part of the university's ongoing efforts to develop its academic programs in line with its transformational strategy (2019–2024) and its expansion strategy (2025–2029). The university's vice president, Professor Tariq bin Saleh Al-Rayes, explained that these programs are designed to be interdisciplinary and multidisciplinary, directly addressing emerging security challenges such as cybercrime and economic crimes, and meeting the actual needs of stakeholders in the security and justice sectors.
The programs available for the upcoming academic year include a wide range of specialized fields, most notably:
- PhD programs: in the field of criminal law.
- Master's programs: Artificial Intelligence for Security, Economic Crimes, Law Enforcement, Forensic Science (with the tracks of Forensic Chemistry and Toxicology, and Forensic Genetics), Criminology, Cyber Crimes and Digital Forensics, and National Security.
- Higher Diploma Programs: Border Governance and Security, Drug Control Strategies, Counterterrorism, Cybercrime and Digital Forensics, and Human Rights and Criminal Justice.
Regional importance and prestigious international accreditations
The programs offered by Naif Arab University for Security Sciences derive their significance from their direct impact on the Arab security landscape. Each year, the university graduates specialized experts capable of addressing transnational crimes such as terrorism, cybercrime, and organized crime. To ensure the quality of its educational outcomes, the university has pursued prestigious academic accreditations, including full institutional accreditation from the Education and Training Evaluation Commission in Saudi Arabia for seven years. Furthermore, several of its criminal justice programs have received full accreditation from the High Council for Evaluation of Research and Higher Education (HCERES) in France, enhancing the regional and international standing of its degrees and opening up broad career opportunities for its graduates.
Your step towards a professional future in the security sector
The university invites all those interested in developing their professional and academic careers in security fields to take advantage of this opportunity and submit their applications within the specified period. Full details, admission requirements, and application procedures can be found on the official admissions portal of the university's website .
