The Higher Diploma in Traditional Ornamentation Arts is designed for students seeking specialized academic expertise in the traditional Ornamentation arts of Saudi Arabia. It offers contemporary solutions in Ornamentation design, emphasizing digital and manual design skills across various craft disciplines. The program provides a strong foundation in traditional Ornamentation art, incorporating practical skills, historical studies, and entrepreneurial aspects relevant to the field.

Program Objectives:

• Explore traditional ornamentation in Saudi Arabia, focusing on compositional construction, symbolism, values, heritage, and identity.

• Acquire knowledge of decorative design principles and enhance creative thinking.

• Enhance skills and proficiency in crafts related to traditional decorative arts

Learning Outcome:

• Experienced professionals who are academically and technically well skilled with traditional ornamentation design contributing to the cultural identity of the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia. 

Career Opportunities:

• Professions related to the fields of design, drawing, decorative engraving, and architectural sculptures.

Syllabus:

1^st Semester:

• History of Traditional arts

• History of Saudi Traditional Ornaments

• Principles of Drawing and Designing Traditional Ornament

• Craft Studio (Materials and Techniques)

2^nd Semester:

• Entrepreneurship

• Creative Ornamental Design

• Advanced crafts and ornaments studio

• Graduation Project