The Eastern Province of Saudi Arabia is home to the University of Hafr Al-Batin. The Royal Decree (20937), dated May 2, 1435, A.H., or April 3, 2014, and serving as the guardian of the two holiest mosques under King Abdullah Abdulaziz al-Reign Saud, provided the legal basis for the decree's issuance. One of Hafr Al-Batin University's larger colleges is the College of Arts. A high number of students enroll each year. There are five departments at the college: the Department of Islamic Studies, the Department of Arabic Language, the Department of English Language and Translation, the Department of Social Service, and the Department of Social Studies.

The college offers bachelor's degrees in Islamic Studies, Arabic Language, Social Work, English Language, Linguistics Specialization, English Language Literature Specialization, English Language Translation Specialization, Communication and Media Specialization, Radio and Television Specialization, Journalism Specialization, Electronic Publishing Specialization, and Public Relations and Advertising Specialization.

 The vision and mission of the Faculty of Art are aligned with those of the University, which are motivated by the Kingdom's 2030 vision. As a result, the college fosters growth and public service, offers the labor market the liberal arts professionals it needs, and enhances research endeavors in line with the institution's area of focus.

The college is committed to giving students a stimulating atmosphere for learning. As a result, students get the support, care, encouragement, supervision, and direction they need to thrive, and faculty members get the help and instruction they need to help students foster an environment that is conducive to creativity and development. The college is taking many actions to get accredited, such as adopting strict requirements, introducing new programs frequently, and self-evaluating to enhance performance.​

Leadership and excellence in education, research, and community service to build a society that promotes a knowledge-based economy.

To offer educational programs and develop research capabilities in accordance with quality standards, while adhering to values, embracing identity, and fostering community partnerships.

• Provide and create an academically stimulating environment that encourages student competitiveness.
• Continuously develop and support scientific research and innovation.
• Serve the community by offering high-value services that meet the actual needs of the region.
• Develop academic programs, curricula, and study plans.
• Focus on enhancing infrastructure and technology development.

The graduate must be well-versed in the theories, knowledge and principles in his field of specialization.

Ensures graduates' ability to exchange ideas, information, and experiences and express meanings effectively orally and in writing, while using modern communication technologies to serve the community.

The graduate's ability to use modern technologies and conduct studies in his field of work and specialization.

The graduate's ability to apply and analyze problems and produce creative and new ideas in the field of profession and work.

The graduate's participation in the affairs of his country, his sense of belonging to it, his commitment to performing assigned tasks and duties, providing volunteer services, and assisting officials.

The graduate's ability to make decisions in his field of work and bear responsibility for that, along with the ability to seek continuous self-development of his skills and knowledge.

The graduate's ability to adapt to different work environments, and his ability to work within a multicultural and diverse work team.

The graduate's pride in and concern for the interests of the university, his workplace, and his community, and his commitment to professional ethics.