موقع حكومي رسمي تابع لحكومة المملكة العربية السعودية

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Bachelor of Science in Environmental Sciences

The program aims to preparing scientifically and research-qualified female competencies in the field of environmental sciences through providing an outstanding educational environment to meet the demands of the

About The Academic Program

Nature and Goals of the Program

Preparing scientifically and research-qualified female competencies in the field of environmental sciences through providing an outstanding educational environment to meet the demands of the job market.

Career opportunities

Working in the Ministry of Environment, national environmental centers, meteorological centers, academic and research sectors, environmental protection inspector, environmental protection specialist, laboratory technician, manager of weather forecasting and environmental monitoring stations, agricultural specialist, academic researcher, and professional trainer.

Program Information

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

Program Details

  1. Providing students with theoretical, scientific, and research foundations in environmental sciences and ecology.
  2. Equipping students with general skills and modern technologies required in the environmental sciences job market.
  3. The student is expected to describe interactions between living organisms and their ecological systems.
  4. The student is expected to identify environmental and ecological challenges in the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia.
  5. Assessing the significance of environmental and ecological issues.
  1. Knowledge
  2. K1 — The student is expected to identify the fundamental principles of environmental sciences
  3. K2 — The student is expected to summarize ecological concepts using relevant terminology in the proper context.
  4. K3 — The student is expected to describe interactions between living organisms and their ecological systems
  5. K4 — The student is expected to identify environmental and ecological challenges in the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia.
  6. Skills
  7. S1 — The student is expected to use scientific methods to collect and analyze data and prepare reports.
  8. S2 — The student is expected to compare genetic resources in research centers.
  9. S3 — The student is expected to apply fundamental concepts and methods in formulating and evaluating environmental policies.
  10. S4 — The student is expected to communicate effectively and commit to quality and continuous Development.
  11. S5 — The student is expected to critically evaluate knowledge and use it to solve environmental issues.
  12. Values
  13. V1 — The student is expected to act professionally and ethically on environmental issues.
  14. V2 — The student is expected to lead teams to promote citizenship and community values.
  1. Comprehensive knowledge of the theoretical foundations of environmental sciences and their interdisciplinary relationships.
  2. Integrating biological, chemical, and physical sciences to understand environmental changes.
  3. Utilizing modern technologies to address environmental issues and make optimal use of natural resources.
  4. Creative implementation of knowledge in research, investigation, and problem-solving.
  5. Engagement in scientific research and innovation in environmental sciences.
  6. Commitment to continuous learning and skills development in light of environmental changes.
  7. Developing critical thinking, problem-solving, and decision-making skills.
  8. Effective communication in Arabic and English professionally.
  9. Pride in Islamic values and national identity and heritage.
  10. Active collaboration and community initiative in environmental conservation.
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 Env 171 Principles of environment and biology and Ecology 3 BIO101OR BIO101T
Level Two ENG 102-2 English language (2) 3 ENG101-1OR ( ENG101AND ENG102 )
Level Two CHEM 140 Organic Chemistry 4 CHEM101TOR CHEM101
Level Two Env 111 Cell biology and genetic 3 BIO101OR BIO101T
Level Two Env 141 Plant anatomy 3 BIO101OR BIO101T
Level Three CHEM 250 Biochemistry 3 —
Level Three ENV 231 Ecological and Environmental Microbiology 3 BIO101OR BIO101T
Level Three EVA 251 Animal anatomy and physiology 3 BIO101OR BIO101T
Level Three Env 212 Genetics for Environmental studies 3 Env111
Level Three MATH 161 General Statistics 3 —
Level Four ENV 221 Applied environmental biotechnology 3 Env212
Level Four ENV 242 Green planet 3 —
Level Four ENV 252 Immunity and Epidemiology 3 ENV231AND EVA251
Level Four ENV 272 The Role of Zoos in Conservation 3 Env171
Level Four ENV 290 Scientific research skills 2 —
Level Five BUS 101 Principles of Business Administration 3 —
Level Five ENV 313 Bioinformatics 3 Env212
Level Five ENV 353 Conservation and Management of Natural Populations 3 ENV272
Level Five ENV 375 Environmental impact assessment 3 Env171
Level Five Geo 213 Biogeography 2 —
Level Six ENV 355 Applied entomology 3 —
Level Six ENV 376 Population and Community Ecology 3 —
Level Six ENV 377 Environmental Pollution 3 —
Level Six MATH 360 Applied Biostatistics 3 —
Level Seven ECON 470 Environmental economics and sustainable development 3 —
Level Seven ENV 443 Plant science field course 3 ENV242
Level Seven ENV 478 Current issues in Ecology and Environmental Science 3 —
Level Seven LAW 486 Environmental law 3 —
Level Eight ENV 491 Research project 3 ENV290
Level Eight Env 492 Co-op Training 6 ENV491

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
ENV 273 Soil, Water and Atmospheric Processes 2
Geo 322 Climate Change 2
ENV 374 Soil Science Applications 2
Geo 302 Statistical Methods in Geography 3
ENV 332 Virology 3
ENV 354 Environmental parasitology 3
Geo 316 Water Resources 3
Geo 358 Remote Sensing in Environment 3