[3] FBSU was established in Tabuk as a private college in 2003 under the patronage of Prince Fahd bin Sultan, governor of Tabuk Province.

In the academic year 2007-2008, a branch for female students was added, and the college was inaugurated by the late Sultan bin Abdulaziz.

[4] Therefore, the university is made up of three colleges, all focusing on technical fields.

[9] The university is governed by a board of trustees chaired by Prince Fahd.

[10] FBSU is in close relationship with American University of Beirut that provides technical and consultative support.