OUR PARTNERS

The partnership between Riyadh University of Arts (RUA)’s College of Theater and Performing Arts and AMDA College of the Performing Arts supports the development of world-class academic programs within the College of Theater and Performing Arts, furthering the growth of the Kingdom’s theater and performing arts sector while advancing performance education regionally and globally.

Founded in 1964, AMDA has long been a leader in higher education and professional training in theater and the performing arts. With campuses in New York and Los Angeles, AMDA is recognized for its practice-based, career-focused curriculum and its connections to the theater, film, television, and entertainment industries worldwide.

The partnership integrates academic rigor with professional practice through the co-development and co-delivery of academic programs, contributes to assessments for auditions and admissions, faculty training and knowledge exchange, and intensive student instruction across the College’s specializations. The academic offering spans a broad portfolio of undergraduate and postgraduate programs in theater and film acting, performing arts, musical theater, dramaturgy, and other related disciplines.

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The partnership between Riyadh University of Arts (RUA)'s College of Music and Guildhall School of Music & Drama is grounded in a shared commitment to advancing music education, nurturing artistic excellence, and strengthening cultural exchange between Saudi Arabia and the global performing arts community.

Founded in 1880 and based in the City of London, Guildhall School of Music & Drama is one of the world's leading conservatoires, known for its rigorous professional training in music, drama, and production arts. Recognized for its close collaboration with distinguished artists, ensembles, and cultural institutions, Guildhall School provides an international environment where creative practice, research, and performance converge.

Through this partnership, RUA and Guildhall School will co-design undergraduate, postgraduate, and research programs across music performance, production, and education. The collaboration will also include knowledge exchange and specialized training initiatives aimed at strengthening faculty capabilities and supporting the development of a new generation of musicians equipped with strong creative, academic, and professional foundations.

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The association between Riyadh University of Arts (RUA)’s College of Film and the USC School of Cinematic Arts is grounded in a shared vision to cultivate creative talent, elevate film education in the Kingdom within a global context, and deepen cultural exchange with one of the world’s foremost institutions in cinematic arts.

Founded in 1929 in collaboration with the Academy of Motion Picture Arts and Sciences, the USC School of Cinematic Arts is one of the world’s most established and influential institutions for film and media education. Based in Los Angeles, the school is recognized for its close ties to the global entertainment industry and its interdisciplinary, practice-led approach to storytelling, technology, and innovation across film, television, and interactive media.

This association brings together academic excellence and industry-connected practice through the co-development of curricula and academic pathways, knowledge sharing and the exchange of best practices for students, and the design of specialized faculty training programs delivered regionally and internationally. The academic offering includes undergraduate and postgraduate programs in film editing and SPX, screenwriting, cinematography, film directing, production management, and related disciplines.

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The partnership between Riyadh University of Arts (RUA)’s College of Cultural Management and ESSEC Business School reflects a shared commitment to nurturing future leaders in the cultural sector, further developing Saudi Arabia’s cultural ecosystem while fostering meaningful cross-cultural exchange between the Kingdom and the global community.

Founded in 1907, ESSEC Business School is one of Europe’s most established and respected business schools, recognized for its academic rigor, global reach, and strong emphasis on experiential learning, innovation, and ethical leadership across industries, including the cultural and creative sectors.

This partnership focuses on the co-design and delivery of specialized academic programs in arts and cultural management, supported by ongoing knowledge sharing and the exchange of best practices between faculty at both institutions. The academic offering encompasses undergraduate and postgraduate programs in arts management and creative events management.

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The partnership between Riyadh University of Arts (RUA)’s College of Heritage and Civilization Studies and SOAS University of London supports the development of the College’s programs, enriching heritage education in the Kingdom within a global framework, and promoting cultural diversity through international academic exchange.

SOAS University of London is a world-renowned academic and research institution and the only higher education institution in Europe specializing in the study of Asia, Africa, and the Middle East. Its interdisciplinary approach spans the arts, humanities, and social sciences, offering a globally informed perspective on cultural, societal, and intellectual traditions.

This partnership encompasses collaboration on the co-design and delivery of specialized academic programs across heritage and cultural disciplines, including the delivery of postgraduate programs by SOAS faculty, as well as knowledge transfer and capacity building for RUA’s academic teams. The academic offering includes postgraduate programs in cultural site management, cultural heritage, conservation science, and related fields.

The partnership between Riyadh University of Arts (RUA)’s Colleges of Design and Architecture and Visual Arts and Photography and the Royal College of Art (RCA) comes as part of a shared vision to develop cultural and artistic talent, foster cross-cultural exchange, and connect creative education in the Kingdom with one of the world’s leading institutions for art and design.

Founded in London in 1837, the Royal College of Art is a specialist postgraduate institution recognized for its practice-based approach, interdisciplinary education, and research-led teaching across art, design, architecture, and the humanities, shaping creative practice and critical inquiry on a global scale.

This partnership represents a collaborative academic model that includes the co-design and delivery of undergraduate and postgraduate programs for the College of Design and Architecture and the College of Visual Arts and Photography across diverse design disciplines including architecture, design, urban design and visual arts. Through this collaboration, students develop technical, conceptual, and problem-solving skills, while building competencies in traditional and contemporary visual arts practices, bridging heritage and innovation within a global creative context.