Biology — study plan
- Credit hours
- 139
- Levels
- 8
- Courses
- 50
- Degree
- bachelor
The Biology study plan at Imam Abdulrahman Bin Faisal University is an accredited bachelor programme spanning about 4 years (8 academic levels), requiring 139 credit hours across 50 courses of required and elective study. The table below lists the courses and their credit hours for each level.
First Year (Preparatory - Scientific Track) - Semester 1 14 credits
| Code | Course | Credits |
|---|---|---|
| ARAB 182 | Arabic Language Skills | 2 |
| COMP 106 | Introduction to Programming | 3 |
| ENGL 101 | General English Language 1 | 4 |
| LRSK 104 | Learning and Communication Skills | 2 |
| MATH 105 | General Mathematics | 3 |
First Year (Preparatory - Scientific Track) - Semester 2 18 credits
| Code | Course | Credits |
|---|---|---|
| BIOL 109 | General Biology | 3 |
| CHEM 110 | General Chemistry | 3 |
| ENGL 102 | General English Language 2 | 3 |
| ENGL 103 | English for Academic and Specific Purpose | 3 |
| MATH 108 | Calculus I | 3 |
| PHYS 107 | General Physics | 3 |
Second Year - Semester 1 16 credits
| Code | Course | Credits |
|---|---|---|
| ARTI 235 | Principles of Artificial Intelligence in Science | 2 |
| BIOL 204 | Cell Biology | 3 |
| ENGL 232 | English for Scientific Communication | 2 |
| MICRO 202 | Microbiology and Immunology | 3 |
| ZOOL 203 | Invertebrates Biology | 3 |
| ENVS 201 | Introduction to Ecology | 3 |
Second Year - Semester 2 17 credits
| Code | Course | Credits |
|---|---|---|
| HIST 281 | History and Civilization of Kingdom of Saudi Arabia | 2 |
| BIOL 205 | Microtechniques | 1 |
| BOTNY 207 | Plant Morphology and Anatomy | 3 |
| CHEM 209 | Organic Chemistry | 3 |
| ENGL 233 | Oral Skills for Scientific English | 2 |
| GENTC 206 | Principles of Genetics | 3 |
| ZOOL 208 | General Entomology | 3 |
Third Year - Semester 1 20 credits
| Code | Course | Credits |
|---|---|---|
| ISLM 282 | Islamic Ethics and Values | 2 |
| ENGL 234 | Technical Reports | 1 |
| RESM 331 | Scientific Research Methodology and Ethics | 1 |
| HIST 301 | Histology and Histopathology | 3 |
| BOTNY 302 | Plant Kingdom | 2 |
| ZOOL 303 | Vertebrates Biology | 3 |
| BIOCH 304 | Biochemistry | 5 |
| BIOL 305 | Molecular Biology | 3 |
Third Year - Semester 2 14 credits
| Code | Course | Credits |
|---|---|---|
| STAT 231 | Applied Statistics | 3 |
| BOTNY 306 | Plant Physiology | 3 |
| ZOOL 307 | Animal Physiology | 3 |
| ZOOL 308 | Animal Behavioral Science | 2 |
| ZOOL 309 | Foundations of Parasitology | 3 |
Fourth Year (Cell & Molecular Biology Track) - Semester 1 16 credits
| Code | Course | Credits |
|---|---|---|
| ENVS 401 | Ecosystem of Arabian Gulf | 3 |
| BIOL 402 | Biotechnology | 2 |
| HIMT 403 | Bioinformatics | 3 |
| ZOOL 411 | Endocrinology | 3 |
| BIOL 412 | Forensic Biology | 3 |
| BIOL 413 | Graduation Research Project | 2 |
Fourth Year (Cell & Molecular Biology Track) - Semester 2 20 credits
| Code | Course | Credits |
|---|---|---|
| ISLM 181 | Creed and Family in Islam | 2 |
| BIOL 444 | Field Training | 6 |
| ZOOL 414 | Neurobiology | 2 |
| BOTNY 415 | Plant Cell and Tissue Culture | 3 |
| ZOOL 416 | Developmental Biology | 3 |
| GENTC 417 | Gene Regulation | 2 |
| IMMUN 418 | Immunology and Serology | 2 |
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 Biology
How many credit hours is Biology at Imam Abdulrahman Bin Faisal University?
Biology at Imam Abdulrahman Bin Faisal University requires completing 139 credit hours to graduate, spread across 50 courses.
How many years is Biology at Imam Abdulrahman Bin Faisal University?
The study plan for Biology spans about 4 years (8 levels/semesters) under the approved plan.
What degree does Biology award?
Biology at Imam Abdulrahman Bin Faisal University awards a Bachelor's degree after completing 139 credit hours.
Is Biology offered at other universities?
Yes, Biology is offered at at least 12 other universities in the Beseyat database. You can compare their study plans in the "Same major at other universities" section on this page.