موقع حكومي رسمي تابع لحكومة المملكة العربية السعودية

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Master in Advanced Biological Sciences

The program aims to qualify specialized academic, research, and professional cadres in the field. It offers a curriculum and thesis-based structure, with an exit point for a higher diploma in advanced biological sciences. The program includes three specialized tracks: Immunology Track Molecular and Cellular Biology Track Arthropod and Parasitology Track.

About The Academic Program

Nature and Goals of the Program

Training and preparing specialists in the field of life sciences and research that enhances sustainable development and provides solutions to societal issues through a high-quality educational program.

Career opportunities

The program will provide graduates with academic, analytical and practical skills to help them in many professions such as academic staff in public and university education. Graduates will be given the choice to continue in scientific research, which qualifies them to become researchers, research assistants or technicians) in various fields such as universities, factory, laboratories and hospitals.

Program Information

College of Science
Department of Biology
Major Advanced Biological Sciences
Academic degree Master in Advanced Biological Sciences
Language of instruction English
Duration 2 Years

Program Details

  1. Fostering a high-quality learning environment in biological sciences
  2. Preparing qualified graduates for the biology job market
  3. Promoting scientific research and enhancing collaboration with local and international research institutions.
  4. Providing graduates with skills that enable them to engage in various life sciences fields, including industry and research.
  1. Arthropods and Parasitology Track Knowledge and understanding
  2. K1 — Understand the basic facts in the field of parasites and medical insects and its relationship to other biology disciplines
  3. K2 — Understand of general and basic theories, concepts and knowledge of parasitology and medical insects and their relationship to other disciplines
  4. K3 — Knowledge of laboratory procedures used in the field of parasites and medical insects, and full knowledge of safety rules in laboratories.
  5. Skills
  6. S1 — Apply acquired skills and concepts to solve problems.
  7. S2 — Develop and conduct experiments to draw conclusions related to biological problems.
  8. S3 — Apply research findings and new developments in innovative ways and make appropriate decisions.
  9. S4 — Communicating scientific results to beneficiaries through reports and research.
  10. Values
  11. V1 — Determine ethical and professional responsibilities when working in the field of parasitology and medical entomology.
  12. V2 — Practice ethical behavior when working individually or in a team.
  13. V3 — Create a collaborative and inclusive environment.
  14. Immunology Track) Knowledge and understanding )
  15. K1 — Understand basic facts in the field of immunology and its relationship to other biology disciplines
  16. K2 — Understand of theories, concepts, and general and basic knowledge of immunology and its relationship to other disciplines
  17. K3 — Knowledge of laboratory procedures followed in the field of immunology and full knowledge of safety rules in laboratories.
  18. Skills
  19. S1 — Apply acquired skills and concepts to solve problems.
  20. S2 — Develop and conduct experiments to draw conclusions related to biological problems.
  21. S3 — Apply research findings and new developments in innovative ways and make appropriate decisions.
  22. S4 — Communicating scientific results to beneficiaries through reports and research.
  23. Values
  24. V1 — Determining ethical and professional responsibilities when working in immunology professions.
  25. V2 — Practice ethical behavior when working individually or in a team.
  26. V3 — Create a collaborative and inclusive environment.
  27. Molecular and Cellular Biology Track) Knowledge and understanding )
  28. K1 — Understand basic facts in the field of molecular and cellular biology and its relationship to other biology disciplines
  29. K2 — Understand of theories, concepts and general and basic knowledge of molecular and cellular biology and their relationship to other disciplines
  30. K3 — Knowledge of laboratory procedures followed in the field of biology and full knowledge of safety rules in laboratories.
  31. Skills
  32. S1 — Apply acquired skills and concepts to solve problems.
  33. S2 — Develop and conduct experiments to draw conclusions related to biological problems.
  34. S3 — Apply research findings and new developments in innovative ways and make appropriate decisions.
  35. S4 — Communicating scientific results to beneficiaries through reports and research.
  36. Values
  37. V1 — Determining the ethical and professional responsibilities when working in the fields of molecular and cell biology.
  38. V2 — Practice ethical behavior when working individually or in a team.
  39. V3 — Create a collaborative and inclusive environment.
  1. A deep understanding of recent developments in theories and research related to the biological sciences and their consequences and effects as an academic discipline or in the field of professional practice
  2. The ability to use advanced research techniques and advanced investigative methods in conducting research
  3. The ability to analyze and apply research results in the analysis, development and testing of scientific hypotheses, and to propose solutions to theoretical and practical problems
  4. The ability to communicate the results of advanced research and studies in the field of biology through refereed publications to the academic and professional circles and other groups of society.
Levels Course Code Course Title Credit Pre-Requisite
Level One Bio 802 Laboratory techniques in advanced biology 3 —
Level One Bio 812 Basics of bioinformatics and information technology 5 —
Level Two Bio 805 Basic Biostatistics Concepts and Tools 3 —
Level Two Bio 855 Advanced entomology and parasitology 3 —
Level Two Bio 851 Introduction to immunology 3 —
Level Two Bio 814 Molecular Biology 3 —
Level Three Bio 882 Writing in the Health Sciences 3 —
Level Four Bio 800 Research Project 3 OR 12 —

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