Saudi Arabia adds self-defense and national unity to new syllabus

Saudi Arabia will introduce subjects including digital skills, Islamic studies, national unity, and self-defense to its school syllabus next year, adding integrated, independent, and smart-learning tools to its education system.

Life and family skills, critical thinking, social studies, and English at the primary level will also feature in the new curriculum, the education ministry said.

Educational reform is a part of Crown Prince Mohammed bin Salman’s Vision 2030 programme that comprises goals and strategies for the kingdom’s long-term economic success. Teachers will take development courses during the summer to enhance their training capabilities.

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