For University Faculty & Academics
Faculty Upskilling Program
Transform Teaching, Research, and Academic Innovation with AI
The Faculty Upskilling Program is a 3-day, in-person professional development program designed to help university educators confidently integrate Artificial Intelligence into teaching, research, and academic operations.
- In-Person
- 3 Days
For faculty members across universities in KSA, covering both technical and non-technical disciplines.
Trusted by the Leading Organizations
The Faculty Upskilling Program, delivered under the Ministry of Communications and Information Technology (MCIT) in partnership with atomcamp Arabia, is designed to equip university faculty members with practical, in-demand skills through hands-on learning, real-world tools, and applied projects.
Whether you aim to enhance your teaching capabilities, stay updated with emerging technologies, or strengthen your academic expertise, this program provides a strong foundation for continuous professional growth and modern education delivery.
What You'll Learn
Build a strong understanding of AI and its impact on higher education.
Topics include:
- Introduction to Artificial Intelligence
- Understanding Generative AI
- Large Language Models (LLMs)
- Prompt Engineering Fundamentals
- AI Opportunities in Education
- Responsible AI Practices
- Ethics, Privacy, and Academic Integrity
Participants develop AI literacy and gain confidence in using modern AI systems effectively.
Explore practical AI tools and workflows to enhance teaching, research, and academic productivity.
Topics include:
- AI Assistants for Education
- AI-Powered Lesson Planning
- Curriculum & Assessment Design
- Research Support Tools
- Agentic AI Workflows
- No-Code Automation
- Faculty Productivity Systems
- Workflow Optimization
- AI Adoption Strategies
- Institutional AI Roadmapping
Move beyond individual productivity and explore how AI can transform academic operations and institutional effectiveness.
Topics include:
- Agentic AI Workflows
- No-Code Automation
- AI Assistants for Education
- Workflow Optimization
- AI Adoption Strategies
- Faculty Productivity Systems
- Institutional AI Roadmapping
Participants develop practical plans for implementing AI within their departments, classrooms, and institutions.
Program Learning Outcomes
- By the end of the bootcamp, participants will be able to:
- Understand key AI concepts and applications
- Apply AI tools to teaching, research, and administration
- Create AI-assisted educational content
- Explore pathways into quantum research and advanced computing careers
- Design AI-enhanced learning experiences
- Design AI-enhanced learning experiences
- Automate repetitive academic tasks
- Evaluate AI opportunities and risks responsibly
- Automate repetitive academic tasks
- Develop actionable AI integration strategies
- Lead AI adoption initiatives within their institutions
What make this bootcamp different ?
Built Specifically for Educators
Every session is designed around real teaching, research, and academic administration challenges.
Hands-On Learning
Participants actively use AI tools rather than simply learning about them.
Beyond ChatGPT
Explore AI agents, automation platforms, and next-generation AI systems shaping the future of education.
Immediate Classroom Application
Learn techniques and tools that can be implemented immediately in courses and academic workflows.
Arabic & Regional Context
Discover AI tools and use cases relevant to Saudi Arabia's higher education ecosystem.
Future-Ready Skills Aligned with Vision 2030
Develop expertise in one of the world's fastest-growing technology fields and contribute to Saudi Arabia's emerging quantum ecosystem and digital transformation goals.
Program Goals
- The Faculty Upskilling Program aims to:
- Build foundational AI literacy across university faculty
- Develop practical understanding of AI tools and technologies
- Streamline workflows through AI and automation
- Foster innovation within higher education institutions
- Support AI adoption aligned with institutional priorities
Program Impact
- Faculty members completing this program will be able to:
- Improve teaching effectiveness through AI-supported practices
- Enhance productivity across academic and administrative tasks
- Embed AI concepts into curricula and learning experiences
- Increase institutional readiness for AI-driven transformation
- Strengthen student preparedness for future workforce demands
- Contribute to Saudi Arabia's Vision 2030 goals for education and digital innovation
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