Bachelor of Science in Life Sciences (Biological Sciences & Nanotechnology Track) — study plan

Alfaisal University College of Science and General Studies

Credit hours: 134
Levels: 9
Courses: 42
Degree: bachelor

The Bachelor of Science in Life Sciences (Biological Sciences & Nanotechnology Track) study plan at Alfaisal University is an accredited bachelor programme spanning about 5 years (9 academic levels), requiring 134 credit hours across 42 courses of required and elective study. The table below lists the courses and their credit hours for each level.

Year 1 - Fall 19 credits

Code	Course	Credits
BIO 101	General Biology I	4
CHM 101	General Chemistry I	4
CSC 101	Introduction to Computer Science	3
MAT 105	Calculus for Biomedical Sciences I	3
ENG 101	Freshman English 1	3
ISL 101	Islamic Studies I	2

Year 1 - Spring 19 credits

Code	Course	Credits
BIO 112	General Biology II	4
CHM 112	General Chemistry II	4
HUM Elective	Humanities Course Elective	3
MAT 116	Calculus for Biomedical Science II	3
ENG 112	Freshman English II	3
ISL 112	Islamic Studies II	2

Year 2 - Fall 17 credits

Code	Course	Credits
BIO 223	Microbiology	4
CHM 211	Organic Chemistry I	4
PHU 205	Mechanics for Life Sciences	4
STA 211	Probability and Statistics	3
ARB 101	Arabic Language I	2

Year 2 - Spring 20 credits

Code	Course	Credits
BIO 224	Human Physiology and Anatomy	4
CHM 212	Organic Chemistry II	4
PHU 216	Electromagnetism and Optics for Life Sciences	4
ENV 205	Environmental Science & Sustainability	3
ARB 112	Arabic Language II	2
Free Elective	Free Elective	3

Year 3 - Fall 17 credits

Code	Course	Credits
BIO 346	Biochemistry I	4
LSR 302	Research Methodology	3
BIO 345	Molecular Biology I	4
ADV ELEC I	Advanced Program Elective I	3
ADV ELEC II	Advanced Program Elective II	3

Year 3 - Spring 18 credits

Code	Course	Credits
BIO 358	Biochemistry II	4
CHM 310	Introduction to Instrumental Analysis	4
BIO 357	Molecular Biology II	4
ADV ELEC III	Advanced Program Elective III	3
ADV ELEC IV	Advanced Program Elective IV	3

Year 3 - Summer 0 credits

Code	Course	Credits
LSR 390	Life Science Summer Internship	0

Year 4 - Fall 12 credits

Code	Course	Credits
BIO 405	Human Genetics	3
BSN 430	Nanomaterials & Nanotechnology	3
LSR 421	Life Science Research Project I	3
LST 421	Life Science Special Topics I	3

Year 4 - Spring 12 credits

Code	Course	Credits
BIO 440	Biotechnology	3
Free Elective	Free Elective	3
LSR 422	Life Science Research Project II	3
LSR 423	Integrative Life Science Research Seminar	3

This plan is transcribed from the university's official source. Always confirm the plan approved for your own cohort before registering. Official source

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Frequently asked questions about Bachelor of Science in Life Sciences (Biological Sciences & Nanotechnology Track)

How many credit hours is Bachelor of Science in Life Sciences (Biological Sciences & Nanotechnology Track) at Alfaisal University?

Bachelor of Science in Life Sciences (Biological Sciences & Nanotechnology Track) at Alfaisal University requires completing 134 credit hours to graduate, spread across 42 courses.

How many years is Bachelor of Science in Life Sciences (Biological Sciences & Nanotechnology Track) at Alfaisal University?

The study plan for Bachelor of Science in Life Sciences (Biological Sciences & Nanotechnology Track) spans about 5 years (9 levels/semesters) under the approved plan.

What degree does Bachelor of Science in Life Sciences (Biological Sciences & Nanotechnology Track) award?

Bachelor of Science in Life Sciences (Biological Sciences & Nanotechnology Track) at Alfaisal University awards a Bachelor's degree after completing 134 credit hours.