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Program Details

Bachelor of Science in Biology

The program aims to prepare a female staff specialized in the field of Biology

About The Academic Program

Nature and Goals of the Program

This specialization contributes to the preparation of distinguished female cadres capable of meeting the needs of the labor market in the fields of biological sciences. It encourages scientific research and communication with research institutions within and outside the kingdom, conducting scientific and applied research that serves the community and the environment.

Career opportunities

Graduates can work in universities as teaching assistants, researchers, and laboratory technicians. They can also find opportunities in national centers, research centers, laboratories in both government and private sectors, and in centers for documents, manuscripts, and herbal studies

Program Information

College of Science
Department of Biology
Major Biology
Academic degree Bachelor of Science in Biology
Language of instruction English
Duration 4 Years

Program Details

  1. Producing qualified graduates able to meet the requirements of the labor market in the field of biology.
  2. Providing students with knowledge in the field of animals, plants, molecular biology, and follow-up in the field of specialization
  3. Encouraging scientific research and communicate with research institutions inside and outside the KSA.
  4. Conducting scientific and applied research to serve the community and the environment.
  1. Knowledge and Understanding
  2. K1 — Recognize the theories and scientific concepts in the field of animal, plant, microorganisms, molecular and genetic and their association with many of life fields
  3. K2 — Classify living organisms by their respective populations and sects and the general characteristics of each group and its relation to the surrounding environment.
  4. K3 — Identify the structure and function of cells, tissues, organs and systems in different organisms.
  5. K4 — Define the relationship between the biological, chemical, physical, mathematical, genetic and environmental sciences and their applications. Skills
  6. Skills
  7. S1 — Demonstrate the analytical and critical thinking skills to develop and implement solutions that solve practical, real problems.
  8. S2 — Analyse different problems in biology and environmental sciences
  9. S3 — Comparison the different structures, function and characteristics in different fields of biology.
  10. S4 — Evaluate experimental data and research project in biological sciences
  11. S5 — Evaluate experimental data and research project in biological sciences
  12. S6 — Examine different living organisms effectively
  13. S7 — Develop effective communication skills with others.
  14. Values
  15. V1 — Work effectively and safely as an individual, a member or a leader in diverse teams to accomplish a certain goals.
  16. V2 — Manage and improve independent and self-learning.
  17. V3 — Understand ethical and professional responsibilities and the impact of scientific solutions in economic, environmental, and societal contexts.
  1. Knowledge of the fundamental principles of biology in its various fields and its relation to other sciences.
  2. Advanced skills in self-development, effective communication, and teamwork/volunteering initiative.
  3. Possessing Critical thinking, problem-solving, and decision-making skills.
  4. Utilization of modern technology in research and education.
  5. Ability to reflect on the universe based on biological knowledge
  6. Demonstrating Islamic values, integrity, responsibility, and commitment to community service
Levels Course Code Course Title Credit Pre-Requisite
Level One BIO 101 General Biology 3 —
Level One CHEM 101 General Chemistry (1) 3 —
Level One ENG 101-1 English language (1) 3 —
Level One MATH 101 Calculus(1) 3 —
Level One PHYS 101 General Physics (1) 3 —
Level Two BIO 140 Botany 3 BIO101TOR BIO101
Level Two BIO 160 Cell Biology 3 BIO101OR BIO101T
Level Two CHEM 140 Organic Chemistry 4 CHEM101TOR CHEM101
Level Two ENG 102-2 English language (2) 3 ENG101-1OR ( ENG101AND ENG102 )
Level Three BIO 210 Genetics (1) 3 BIO160OR BIO160T
Level Three BIO 250 Zoology 3 BIO101OR BIO101T
Level Three CHEM 250 Biochemistry 3 —
Level Three MATH 161 General Statistics 3 —
Level Four BIO 211 Molecular Biology 3 BIO210TOR BIO210
Level Four BIO 220 Introduction to Biotechnology 3 ( BIO210TOR BIO210 )AND ( CHEM250TOR CHEM250OR CHEM251 )
Level Four BIO 241 Morphology and Plant Anatomy 3 BIO140TOR BIO140
Level Four BIO 261 Histology 3 BIO160TOR BIO160
Level Four BIOL 270 Ecology 3 ( BIO140TOR BIO140 )AND ( BIO250TOR BIO250 )
Level Five BIO 312 Genetics (2) 3 BIO210OR BIO210T
Level Five BIO 330 General Microbiology 3 BIO140TOR BIO140
Level Five BIO 342 Flowering Plant Taxonomy 3 BIO241OR BIO241T
Level Five BIO 353 Animal physiology 3 ( BIO250TOR BIO250 )
Level Five BIO 356 Parasitology 3 BIO250OR BIO250TOR BIO251M
Level Six BIO 304 Immunology 3 ( BIO353OR BIO353T )AND ( BIO330OR BIO330T )
Level Six BIO 331 Bacteriology 3 BIO330OR BIO330T
Level Six BIO 355 Entomology 3 BIO250TOR BIO250
Level Six BIO 381 Scientific Research Skills 2 —
Level Seven BIO 457 Embryology 3 ( BIO250TOR BIO250 )AND ( BIO261TOR BIO261 )
Level Seven BIO 415 Bioinformatics 2 BIO211TOR BIO211
Level Seven BIO 434 Mycology 3 BIO330TOR BIO330
Level Seven BIO 443 Plant physiology 3 BIO140TOR BIO140
Level Eight BIO 482 Graduation Project 3 BIO380TOR BIO381
Level Eight BIO 491 Co-op Training 6 ( BIO415OR BIO414T )AND ( BIO434OR BIO432T )AND ( BIO443OR BIO443T )AND ( BIO457OR BIO457T )

University Compulsory Requirements

Course Code Course Title Credit
GNR 070 Ethics and Islamic Values 2
GNR 071 Islamic Banking and Economics 2
GNR 072 Community Building in Islam 2
ENG 101 English Language (1) 3
ENG 102 English Language (2) 3

University Elective Requirements

Course Code Course Title Credit
GNR 020 Communication Skills 2
GNR 021 Creative Writing 2
GNR 022 Writing Academic Reports 2
GNR 023 Emotional Intelligence Course 2
GNR 030 Basics of Entrepreneurship 2
GNR 031 Principles of Projects Management 2
GNR 032 Giftedness and Mental Superiority 2
GNR 033 Principles of E-Commerce 2
GNR 034 Financial Literacy 2
GNR 035 Leadership and Change Management 2
GNR 050 Health Awareness 2
GNR 051 Poetry and Prose in Arabic Literature 2
GNR 052 Well-Being and Quality of Life 2
GNR 053 Fitness and Sport Science 2
GNR 060 Sustainable Development 2
GNR 061 Global Citizenship 2
GNR 062 Lifelong Learning Skills 2
GNR 063 Sustainable Ecosystems 2
GNR 064 Global Citizenship 2
GNR 010 History of Kingdom of Saudi Arabia and its Pioneering Role 2
GNR 011 Community Building in Islam 2
GNR 012 Good Citizenship Values 2
GNR 013 Saudi Arts and Heritage 2
GNR 015 Studies in Saudi Literature 2
GNR 040 Computer Skills and Information Technology 2
GNR 041 Basics of Programming 2
GNR 042 Data Analysis and Management 2
GNR 046 Artificial Intelligence For Healthcare Disciplines 2
GNR 047 Artificial Intelligence For Scientific Discipines 2
GNR 048 Artificial Intelligence For Humanities Disciplines 2

College Elective Requirements

Course Code Course Title Credit
Cult 2201 Health Education 2
ENGL 204 Reading and Translation of Scientific Texts 2
ISLS 205 Scientific Miracles in Qur'an and Sunnah 2
MPH 242 Health Education 2
NUR 201 Sociology of Health & Illness 2
NUR 206 Health Education 2
NUR 251 Introduction to Professional Nursing 2
Cult 2101 Health Education 2

Elective Specialization Requirements

Course Code Course Title Credit
BIO 314 Behavioral Genetics 3
BIO 321 Bio-nanotechnology 3
BIO 332 phycology 3
BIO 333 Microbial Physiology 3
BIO 416 Microbial Genetics 3
BIO 435 Virology 3
BIO 436 Applied Microbiology 3
BIO 437 Microbial Ecology 3
BIO 444 Plant Pathology 3
BIO 446 Growth and Differentiation in Plants 3
BIO 458 Medical and Economic Entomology 3
BIO 462 Cell & Tissue Culture 3
BIO 422 Experimental Biotechnology 2
BIO 445 Medical and Economic plants 2
BIO 459 Biological Control 2
BIO 472 Pollution and Environment Protection 2
STAT 332-M Population Study "Demography" 3
STAT 354-M Stochastic Financial Modelling 3
STAT 455-M Applied Survival Analysis 3
STAT 458-M Econometric Methods and Modelling 3
STAT 462-M Statistical Methods in Data Science 3
BIO 251 Invertebrata 3
BIO 252 Chordata 3
BIO 280 Laboratory Techniques and Preparations 3
BIO 302 Bioethics and Biosafety 2
BIO 354 Animal Behavior 2
BIO 303 FIora and Fauna of Saudi Arabia 3
BIO 313 Molecular genetics 3
MATH 360 Applied Biostatistics 3
BIO 271 Biodiversity 3

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