Biology — study plan
- Credit hours
- 133
- Levels
- 8
- Courses
- 67
- Degree
- bachelor
The Biology study plan at Shaqra University is an accredited bachelor programme spanning about 4 years (8 academic levels), requiring 133 credit hours across 67 courses of required and elective study. The table below lists the courses and their credit hours for each level.
Level 1 19 credits
| Code | Course | Credits |
|---|---|---|
| SLM 1201 | Principles of Islam | 2 |
| ENG 1301 | English Language | 3 |
| CHEM 1301 | Chemistry 1 | 3 |
| MATH 1311 | Introduction to Mathematics | 2 |
| BIO 1202 | Introduction to Geology | 3 |
| BIO 1301 | Biology | 3 |
| PYS 1301 | Physics | 3 |
Level 2 30 credits
| Code | Course | Credits |
|---|---|---|
| ARB 1201 | Arabic Language Skills | 2 |
| IT 1301 | Computer Skills | 3 |
| CUR 1201 | Academic Skills | 2 |
| MATH 1304 | Introduction to Probability & Statistic | 3 |
| BIO 1303 | Plant Biology | 3 |
| BIO 1304 | Animal Biology | 3 |
| SLM 1204 | Jurisprudence of Worship Elective | 2 |
| SLM 1203 | Contemporary Issues Elective | 2 |
| SLM 1202 | Social values in Islam Elective | 2 |
| ARB 1202 | Arabic Writing Elective | 2 |
| IS 1201 | Digital Transformation Elective | 2 |
| HIS 1201 | National History Elective | 2 |
| BA 1201 | Entrepreneurship Elective | 2 |
Level 3 33 credits
| Code | Course | Credits |
|---|---|---|
| BIO 2305 | Microbiology | 3 |
| BIO 2306 | Cell Biology | 3 |
| BIO 2307 | Genetics | 3 |
| BIO 2308 | Plant Physiology | 3 |
| BIO 2309 | Animal Physiology | 3 |
| BIO 2327 | Microbial physiology Elective | 3 |
| BIO 2328 | Ecophysiology Elective | 3 |
| BIO 2329 | Immunology Elective | 3 |
| BIO 2330 | Biodiversity Elective | 3 |
| BIO 2331 | Metabolism Elective | 3 |
| BIO 2332 | Hydrobiology Elective | 3 |
Level 4 18 credits
| Code | Course | Credits |
|---|---|---|
| BIO 2310 | Bacteriology | 3 |
| BIO 2311 | Molecular biology | 3 |
| BIO 2312 | Plant anatomy | 3 |
| BIO 2313 | Introduction to Environmental Sciences | 3 |
| CHEM 2302 | Organic Chemistry | 3 |
| CHEM 2303 | Biochemistry | 3 |
Level 5 17 credits
| Code | Course | Credits |
|---|---|---|
| BIO 3314 | Plant Tissue Culture | 3 |
| BIO 3315 | Plant Taxonomy | 3 |
| BIO 3316 | Animal Taxonomy | 3 |
| BIO 3317 | Animal Anatomy | 3 |
| BIO 3318 | Mycology | 3 |
| BIO 3291 | Graduation Project 1 | 2 |
Level 6 33 credits
| Code | Course | Credits |
|---|---|---|
| BIO 3319 | Plant Ecology | 3 |
| BIO 3320 | Animal Ecology | 3 |
| BIO 3321 | Entomology | 3 |
| BIO 3322 | Phycology | 3 |
| BIO 3323 | Environmental Pollution and Protection | 3 |
| BIO 3333 | Evolutionary Biology Elective | 3 |
| BIO 3334 | Plant Community Elective | 3 |
| BIO 3335 | Economic Botany Elective | 3 |
| BIO 3336 | Microbial Interactions Elective | 3 |
| BIO 3337 | Environmental Microbiology Elective | 3 |
| BIO 3338 | Medical and Economic Entomology Elective | 3 |
Level 7 34 credits
| Code | Course | Credits |
|---|---|---|
| BIO 4324 | Parasitology | 3 |
| BIO 4325 | Collection of Biological Specimen | 3 |
| BIO 4326 | Biosecurity | 3 |
| BIO 4327 | Bioethics | 2 |
| BIO 4328 | Desert Ecology | 3 |
| BIO 4292 | Graduation Project 2 | 2 |
| BIO 4339 | Embryology Elective | 3 |
| BIO 4340 | Medical Microbiology Elective | 3 |
| BIO 4341 | Industrial microbiology Elective | 3 |
| BIO 4342 | Microbial contamination Elective | 3 |
| BIO 4343 | Flora of Saudi Arabia Elective | 3 |
| BIO 4344 | Fauna of Saudi Arabia Elective | 3 |
Level 8 6 credits
| Code | Course | Credits |
|---|---|---|
| BIO 4699 | Cooperative 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 Shaqra University?
Biology at Shaqra University requires completing 133 credit hours to graduate, spread across 67 courses.
How many years is Biology at Shaqra University?
The study plan for Biology spans about 4 years (8 levels/semesters) under the approved plan.
What degree does Biology award?
Biology at Shaqra University awards a Bachelor's degree after completing 133 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.