Human Nutrition — study plan
King Saud University College of Food and Agriculture Sciences
- Credit hours
- 127
- Levels
- 8
- Courses
- 42
- Degree
- bachelor
The Human Nutrition study plan at King Saud University is an accredited bachelor programme spanning about 4 years (8 academic levels), requiring 127 credit hours across 42 courses of required and elective study. The table below lists the courses and their credit hours for each level.
Semester 1 (Common Year) 15 credits
| Code | Course | Credits |
|---|---|---|
| ENGS 100 | English | 6 |
| ARAB 100 | Writing Skills | 2 |
| MATH 101 | Differential Calculus | 3 |
| CHEM 101 | General Chemistry (1) | 4 |
Semester 2 (Common Year) 17 credits
| Code | Course | Credits |
|---|---|---|
| STAT 101 | Introduction to Probability and Statistics | 3 |
| CT 101 | IT Skills | 3 |
| ENT 101 | Entrepreneurship | 1 |
| EPH 101 | Fitness and Health Education | 1 |
| CI 101 | University Skills | 3 |
| ENGS 110 | Specialized English | 6 |
Semester 3 16 credits
| Code | Course | Credits |
|---|---|---|
| BOT 102 | Botany | 3 |
| ZOOL 103 | Principles of General Zoology | 3 |
| ANPR 200 | Introduction to Animal Production | 2 |
| PPS 200 | Introduction to Plant Production | 2 |
| PLPT 200 | Introduction to Plant Protection | 2 |
| FSN 202 | Principles of Food Sciences | 2 |
| AGEC 201 | Principles of Agricultural Economics | 2 |
Semester 4 16 credits
| Code | Course | Credits |
|---|---|---|
| BCH 101 | General Biochemistry | 4 |
| CHEM 108 | Introduction to Organic Chemistry | 4 |
| FSN 206 | Principles of Human Nutrition | 2 |
| PLPT 211 | Agricultural Microbiology | 3 |
| FSN 316 | Food Chemistry | 3 |
Semester 5 17 credits
| Code | Course | Credits |
|---|---|---|
| PHYS 101 | General Physics (1) | 4 |
| FSN 317 | Food Analysis | 3 |
| FSN 322 | Food Microbiology | 3 |
| FSN 325 | Sanitation and Food Safety | 2 |
| FSN 422 | Food Services | 2 |
| FSN 464 | Community Nutrition | 3 |
Semester 6 17 credits
| Code | Course | Credits |
|---|---|---|
| FSN 315 | Nutritional Biochemistry | 3 |
| ZOOL 332 | General Physiology | 3 |
| FSN 360 | Nutrition During the Life Cycle | 3 |
| FSN 373 | Assessment of Nutritional Status | 3 |
| FSN 455 | Macronutrients | 2 |
| FSN 482 | Nutrition in Health and Disease (1) | 3 |
Semester 7 12 credits
| Code | Course | Credits |
|---|---|---|
| FSN 401 | Cooperative Training | 12 |
Semester 8 17 credits
| Code | Course | Credits |
|---|---|---|
| SOC 260 | Medical Social Work | 2 |
| FSN 462 | Nutrition and Global Challenges | 2 |
| FSN 465 | Applied Nutrition | 3 |
| FSN 477 | Micronutrients | 2 |
| FSN 484 | Nutrition in Health and Disease (2) | 3 |
| FSN 485 | Nutrition Education and Counseling | 3 |
| FSN 488 | Nutrition and Genes | 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 Human Nutrition
How many credit hours is Human Nutrition at King Saud University?
Human Nutrition at King Saud University requires completing 127 credit hours to graduate, spread across 42 courses.
How many years is Human Nutrition at King Saud University?
The study plan for Human Nutrition spans about 4 years (8 levels/semesters) under the approved plan.
What degree does Human Nutrition award?
Human Nutrition at King Saud University awards a Bachelor's degree after completing 127 credit hours.
Is Human Nutrition offered at other universities?
Yes, Human Nutrition is offered at at least 1 other universities in the Beseyat database. You can compare their study plans in the "Same major at other universities" section on this page.