KAUST IT · Microsoft 365
Request a SharePoint Site
KAUST IT provisions secure, customized SharePoint Online sites for teams, projects, and academic collaboration. Submit a request and we will handle setup.
Eligible
All KAUST Community
Overview
SharePoint Online is KAUST's platform for team collaboration, document management, and secure information sharing. KAUST IT can create and configure a SharePoint site tailored to your team or project needs.
What you get
A dedicated SharePoint Online site for your team or project
Configurable permissions for KAUST and external collaborators
Integration with Microsoft Teams, OneDrive, and other M365 services
A custom site URL under the kaust.sharepoint.com/sites/ domain
Common use cases
Departmental intranets and team hubs
Project workspaces and document repositories
Academic and research collaboration portals
Secure file sharing with external partners or institutions
Who can request
Any KAUST community member may request a SharePoint site for official academic or business purposes.
Faculty
Staff
Researchers
Postdoctoral Researchers
Students
How to request
Submit your request through any of the following channels. See the What to include section below to prepare the details you will need.
Online
Submit your request online through the IT Service Desk. Include the details listed in the section below and we will follow up to confirm.
Contact Us
By phone
Call the IT Service Desk directly and a team member will open a request on your behalf.
012-808-0910
Walk-in
Building 14, Level 2
Sun – Thu, 8:00 AM – 12:00 PM and 1:00 PM – 5:00 PM
What to include in your request
Having these details ready will help us process your request quickly.
| Item | Details |
|---|
| Site Name | Choose a clear, concise name. Example: Graduate Funding Portal |
| Preferred URL | Format: kaust.sharepoint.com/sites/YourSiteName
Example: kaust.sharepoint.com/sites/GraduateFunding |
| Purpose | A brief description of the site's intended use |
| Site Owner(s) | KAUST email addresses of the individuals responsible for managing the site |
| Members & Permissions | List of KAUST accounts or teams with required access levels. Members can edit content; Visitors can read and view only. |
| External Sharing | List any external domains that will need access. Examples: aramco.com, neom.com.
Leave blank if no external sharing is required. |
External sharing requires a valid business justification and is subject to KAUST's information security policies. Only approved external domains will be granted access.
What happens next
1
Review. The KAUST IT team will review your request and confirm the details with you.
2
Provisioning. Once approved, SharePoint Online will automatically send you a confirmation email when the site is ready.
3
Access. You will receive instructions for accessing and managing your new site.
Learning resources
New to SharePoint or looking for a refresher? These Microsoft resources are a good starting point.
Questions or need guidance before submitting? Visit our Contact Us page to reach the IT Service Desk.
