Registration for the Princess Noura Innovation Hackathon at Princess Noura University
The Innovation and Entrepreneurship Center at Princess Nourah bint Abdulrahman University the opening of registration for the new edition of "Nourah Hackathon ," a unique initiative aimed at empowering university students, as well as those interested in innovation, to develop their skills in vital sectors including technology, design, and artificial intelligence applications. This step comes as a continuation of the university's efforts to support young talent and transform creative ideas into tangible entrepreneurial projects. Registration and events will continue until Sunday, March 1, 2026.
Context of the event and the university's role in the innovation system
Princess Nourah bint Abdulrahman University is a leading educational institution, not only locally but also globally, as the largest women's university in the world. The launch of the "Nourah Hackathon" aligns with the university's strategy, which is in harmony with the goals of the Kingdom's Vision 2030. This vision focuses heavily on building a thriving knowledge-based economy, supporting a culture of entrepreneurship, and empowering youth with the tools of the digital future. Through these events, the center aims to bridge the gap between academic knowledge and practical application, thereby enhancing the readiness of national talent to compete in the evolving job market.
Hackathon objectives and challenge paths
The hackathon focuses primarily on equipping participants with design thinking and social entrepreneurship skills, employing artificial intelligence technologies as a pivotal tool in developing solutions. Four main challenge tracks have been identified, covering important aspects of life and society:
- Technology field: Aims to create smart solutions to improve and facilitate delivery and logistics services within the large university campus.
- Health field: focuses on developing educational and technological tools that support equity in health education opportunities and enhance awareness efficiency.
- Field of Culture: It seeks to promote national identity by activating and highlighting the cultural diversity of the Kingdom's different regions within the university environment.
- Environmental field: Aims to provide sustainable solutions to reduce waste and promote responsible environmental behavior within the university campus.
A comprehensive educational journey and expected impact
The Noura Hackathon is more than just a competitive event; it's a comprehensive learning platform. The program includes a virtual bootcamp, a series of intensive training workshops, and specialized mentoring sessions that connect participants with leading experts, academics, and strategic partners. This journey aims to help teams build viable prototypes and transform theoretical ideas into real-world initiatives.
This event is expected to contribute to strengthening the concept of "institutional innovation" and consolidating the values of active citizenship, in addition to building an innovative and sustainable society capable of facing real challenges with creative solutions, reflecting the positive impact of the university in developing human capabilities and supporting the national economy.
