About the Department:

English is the first language in the world in terms of importance, and the second in the number of speakers in several countries such as England, the United States of America, Australia, Canada, New Zealand, and other countries. It is also used as a second language in many other regions in the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia. The importance of the English language stems from its need in many political, economic, commercial, and educational fields. It is essential in diplomatic, commercial, and journalistic representation due to the English publication of some newspapers, magazines, and periodicals in the Kingdom. Also, in petroleum institutions, petrochemical and industrial companies, and other fields. English language has a leading role in disseminating translated Islamic books to introduce Islam, its culture and civilization.