Biology — study plan
Prince Sattam bin Abdulaziz University College of Science and Humanities
- Credit hours
- 185
- Levels
- 12
- Courses
- 52
- Degree
- bachelor
The Biology study plan at Prince Sattam bin Abdulaziz University is an accredited bachelor programme spanning about 6 years (12 academic levels), requiring 185 credit hours across 52 courses of required and elective study. The table below lists the courses and their credit hours for each level.
Level 1 (Preparatory Year) 16 credits
| Code | Course | Credits |
|---|---|---|
| 1050 ريض | Differential Calculus | 4 |
| 101 سلم | Introduction to Islamic Culture | 2 |
| 1210 نجم | Reading Skills | 5 |
| 1220 نجم | Writing Skills | 5 |
Level 2 (Preparatory Year) 14 credits
| Code | Course | Credits |
|---|---|---|
| 1060 ريض | Integral Calculus | 4 |
| 101 عرب | Language Skills | 2 |
| 1230 نجم | Listening and Conversation Skills | 5 |
| 1400 تقن | Computer Skills | 3 |
Level 3 (Preparatory Year) 16 credits
| Code | Course | Credits |
|---|---|---|
| 1010 فيز | General Physics (1) | 5 |
| 1400 علم | Communication Skills | 2 |
| 1604 نجم | English for Scientific Disciplines | 5 |
| 1606 نجم | English for Academic Purposes | 4 |
Level 4 (Second Year) 15 credits
| Code | Course | Credits |
|---|---|---|
| 102 سلم | Islam and Building Society | 2 |
| 2010 حيا | General Biology (1) | 5 |
| 2010 كيم | General Chemistry (1) | 5 |
| 2610 حيا | Fundamentals of Ecology | 3 |
Level 5 (Second Year) 15 credits
| Code | Course | Credits |
|---|---|---|
| 2060 احص | Biostatistics | 4 |
| 2020 حيا | General Biology (2) | 5 |
| 2410 حيا | Microbiology | 4 |
| XXXX | Free Elective Course | 2 |
Level 6 (Second Year) 16 credits
| Code | Course | Credits |
|---|---|---|
| 103 سلم | The Economic System in Islam | 2 |
| 2410 كيم | Organic Chemistry (1) | 5 |
| 2120 حيا | Cell Biology | 4 |
| 2130 حيا | Marine Life | 3 |
| XXXX | Free Elective Course | 2 |
Level 7 (Third Year) 17 credits
| Code | Course | Credits |
|---|---|---|
| 104 سلم | Foundations of the Political System in Islam | 2 |
| 3420 حيا | Virology | 4 |
| 3210 حيا | Animal Physiology | 4 |
| 3310 حيا | Classification of Flowering Plants | 4 |
| XXXX حيا | Elective Course from Within the Department | 3 |
Level 8 (Third Year) 16 credits
| Code | Course | Credits |
|---|---|---|
| 103 عرب | Arabic Writing | 2 |
| 3220 حيا | General Entomology | 4 |
| 3010 كيح | General Biochemistry | 4 |
| 3440 حيا | Phycology (Study of Algae) | 4 |
| XXXX | Free Elective Course | 2 |
Level 9 (Third Year) 18 credits
| Code | Course | Credits |
|---|---|---|
| 3510 حيا | General Genetics | 4 |
| 3430 حيا | Bacteriology | 4 |
| 3320 حيا | Plant Physiology | 4 |
| XXXX حيا | Elective Course from Within the Department | 3 |
| 4620 حيا | Pollution | 3 |
Level 10 (Fourth Year) 12 credits
| Code | Course | Credits |
|---|---|---|
| 4230 حيا | Embryology | 4 |
| 4450 حيا | Mycology (Study of Fungi) | 4 |
| 4590 حيا | Field Training | 2 |
| 4030 حيا | Professional Ethics for Biology | 2 |
Level 11 (Fourth Year) 15 credits
| Code | Course | Credits |
|---|---|---|
| 4240 حيا | Parasitology | 4 |
| 4520 حيا | Molecular Biology | 4 |
| 4250 حيا | Histology and Microscopic Preparations | 4 |
| XXXX حيا | Elective Course from Within the Department | 3 |
Level 12 (Fourth Year) 15 credits
| Code | Course | Credits |
|---|---|---|
| 4270 حيا | Immunology | 4 |
| XXXX فيز | Elective Course from Outside the Department | 4 |
| 4980 حيا | Research Project | 3 |
| 4140 حيا | Plants and Animals of the Saudi Environment | 4 |
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 Prince Sattam bin Abdulaziz University?
Biology at Prince Sattam bin Abdulaziz University requires completing 185 credit hours to graduate, spread across 52 courses.
How many years is Biology at Prince Sattam bin Abdulaziz University?
The study plan for Biology spans about 6 years (12 levels/semesters) under the approved plan.
What degree does Biology award?
Biology at Prince Sattam bin Abdulaziz University awards a Bachelor's degree after completing 185 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.