Biotechnology — study plan
- Credit hours
- 137
- Levels
- 4
- Courses
- 38
- Degree
- bachelor
The Biotechnology study plan at University of Nizwa is an accredited bachelor programme spanning about 2 years (4 academic levels), requiring 137 credit hours across 38 courses of required and elective study. The table below lists the courses and their credit hours for each level.
University Requirements 24 credits
| Code | Course | Credits |
|---|---|---|
| ARAB100 | Arabic Language I | 3 |
| ARAB101 | Arabic Language II | 3 |
| COMP101 | Computer Skills | 3 |
| ENGL150 | English Language I | 3 |
| ENGL152 | English Language II | 3 |
| ENGL155 | Communication Skills | 3 |
| HIST150 | Islamic Civilization | 3 |
| MNGT100 | Entrepreneurship: Creativity and Innovation | 3 |
College Requirements 16 credits
| Code | Course | Credits |
|---|---|---|
| BIOL101 | General Biology I | 4 |
| CHEM101 | General Chemistry I | 4 |
| MATH116 | Pre-Calculus | 4 |
| PHYS101 | General Physics I | 4 |
Department Requirements 66 credits
| Code | Course | Credits |
|---|---|---|
| BIOL102 | General Biology II | 4 |
| BIOL211 | Plant Physiology | 3 |
| BIOL220 | Animal Physiology | 3 |
| BIOL242 | Introductory Genetics | 3 |
| BIOL344 | Introductory Microbiology | 3 |
| BIOL330 | Bacteriology | 3 |
| CHEM334 | Biochemistry | 3 |
| BIOL364 | Mycology | 3 |
| BIOL345 | Introduction to Biotechnology | 3 |
| BIOL350 | Cell Biology | 3 |
| BIOL363 | Biological Data Handling | 3 |
| BIOL410 | Microbial Biotechnology | 3 |
| BIOL412 | In Vitro Biotechnology | 3 |
| BIOL425 | Molecular Biology | 3 |
| BIOL442 | Embryology | 3 |
| BIOL450 | Immunology | 3 |
| BIOL451 | Toxicology | 3 |
| CHEM265 | Organic Chemistry I | 4 |
| CHEM241 | Analytical Chemistry I | 4 |
| BIOL499 | Graduation Project | 6 |
Electives 18 credits
| Code | Course | Credits |
|---|---|---|
| BIOL351 | Man and the Environment Elective | 3 |
| BIOL357 | Virology Elective | 3 |
| BIOL428 | Medical Microbiology Elective | 3 |
| BIOL431 | Enzyme Biotechnology Elective | 3 |
| BIOL456 | Medical Biotechnology Elective | 3 |
| BIOL475 | Environmental Biotechnology Elective | 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 Biotechnology
How many credit hours is Biotechnology at University of Nizwa?
Biotechnology at University of Nizwa requires completing 137 credit hours to graduate, spread across 38 courses.
How many years is Biotechnology at University of Nizwa?
The study plan for Biotechnology spans about 2 years (4 levels/semesters) under the approved plan.
What degree does Biotechnology award?
Biotechnology at University of Nizwa awards a Bachelor's degree after completing 137 credit hours.
Is Biotechnology offered at other universities?
Yes, Biotechnology is offered at at least 3 other universities in the Beseyat database. You can compare their study plans in the "Same major at other universities" section on this page.