Biology — study plan
- Credit hours
- 136
- Levels
- 8
- Courses
- 34
- Degree
- bachelor
The Biology study plan at King Faisal University is an accredited bachelor programme spanning about 4 years (8 academic levels), requiring 136 credit hours across 34 courses of required and elective study. The table below lists the courses and their credit hours for each level.
Level 1 14 credits
| Code | Course | Credits |
|---|---|---|
| كيم 1101 | General Chemistry (1) | 4 |
| حيا 1101 | General Biology | 4 |
| نجل 1140 | English Language (1) | 2 |
| ريض 1101 | Calculus (1) | 4 |
Level 2 16 credits
| Code | Course | Credits |
|---|---|---|
| حيا 1111 | Animal Taxonomy | 3 |
| حيا 1113 | Cell Biology | 3 |
| حيا 1121 | Plant Taxonomy | 4 |
| فيز 1101 | General Physics (1) | 4 |
| نجل 1195 | English Language (2) | 2 |
Level 3 14 credits
| Code | Course | Credits |
|---|---|---|
| حيا 1231 | Genetics | 3 |
| حيا 1241 | General Microbiology | 3 |
| حيا 1237 | Biochemistry | 3 |
| حيا 1251 | Environment and Biodiversity | 2 |
| احص 1217 | Biostatistics | 3 |
Level 4 14 credits
| Code | Course | Credits |
|---|---|---|
| حيا 1212 | Immunology | 3 |
| حيا 1218 | Microscopic Techniques | 3 |
| حيا 1232 | Molecular Biology | 3 |
| حيا 1242 | Bacteriology | 3 |
| حيا 1252 | Environmental Impact Assessment | 2 |
Level 5 18 credits
| Code | Course | Credits |
|---|---|---|
| حيا 1314 | Animal Physiology | 3 |
| حيا 1322 | Plant Anatomy and Physiology | 3 |
| حيا 1343 | Parasitology | 3 |
| حيا 1353 | Entomology | 3 |
| كيم 1307 | Analytical Chemistry | 4 |
| صحة 1311 | Epidemiology and Community Health | 2 |
Level 6 10 credits
| Code | Course | Credits |
|---|---|---|
| حيا 1324 | Plant Pathology | 3 |
| حيا 1333 | Genetic Engineering and Biotechnology | 4 |
| حيا 1345 | Virology | 3 |
Level 7 10 credits
| Code | Course | Credits |
|---|---|---|
| حيا 1415 | Embryology | 3 |
| حيا 1434 | Bioinformatics | 2 |
| حيا 1454 | Microbial Pollution | 3 |
| حيا 1455 | Animal Behavior | 2 |
Level 8 10 credits
| Code | Course | Credits |
|---|---|---|
| حيا 1499 | Graduation Project | 4 |
| حيا 1497 | Field Training | 6 |
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 King Faisal University?
Biology at King Faisal University requires completing 136 credit hours to graduate, spread across 34 courses.
How many years is Biology at King 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 King Faisal University awards a Bachelor's degree after completing 136 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.