Clinical Nutrition — study plan
- Credit hours
- 142
- Levels
- 9
- Courses
- 55
- Degree
- bachelor
The Clinical Nutrition study plan at Umm Al-Qura University is an accredited bachelor programme spanning about 5 years (9 academic levels), requiring 142 credit hours across 55 courses of required and elective study. The table below lists the courses and their credit hours for each level.
Level 1 15 credits
| Code | Course | Credits |
|---|---|---|
| 4800170-6 | English Language | 6 |
| 4800150-2 | Computer Skills 1 | 2 |
| 4800104-3 | Learning Skills | 3 |
| 4810120-2 | Fundamentals of Biochemistry 1 | 2 |
| 4810110-2 | Fundamentals of Human Genetics | 2 |
Level 2 16 credits
| Code | Course | Credits |
|---|---|---|
| 4800153-3 | Computer Programming Skills | 3 |
| 4810121-2 | Fundamentals of Biochemistry 2 | 2 |
| 4810111-3 | Cell Physiology | 3 |
| 4800173-4 | Medical English Language | 4 |
| 4800131-4 | Introduction to Medical Physics | 4 |
Level 3 19 credits
| Code | Course | Credits |
|---|---|---|
| 102101-2 | Prophetic Biography | 2 |
| 501101-2 | Arabic Language (1) | 2 |
| 601101-2 | Islamic Culture (1) | 2 |
| 605101-2 | Holy Quran (1) | 2 |
| 1702221-3 | Fundamentals of Human Nutrition | 3 |
| 1702222-2 | Nutrition Through Life Stages (1) | 2 |
| 1702271-3 | Nutrients and Metabolism in Humans | 3 |
| 1702212-3 | Nutrition and Body Organ Functions | 3 |
Level 4 19 credits
| Code | Course | Credits |
|---|---|---|
| 601201-2 | Islamic Culture (2) | 2 |
| 605201-2 | Holy Quran (2) | 2 |
| 1702261-2 | Food Economics | 2 |
| 1702251-2 | Food Analysis | 2 |
| 1702223-2 | Nutrition Through Life Stages (2) | 2 |
| 1702241-3 | Nutritional Requirements | 3 |
| 1702274-3 | Fundamentals of Food Microbiology | 3 |
| 1702273-3 | Nutrition, Body Tissues and Diseases | 3 |
Level 5 18 credits
| Code | Course | Credits |
|---|---|---|
| 605301-2 | Holy Quran (3) | 2 |
| 1702331-4 | Principles of Medical Nutrition Therapy | 4 |
| 1702337-3 | Meal Planning | 3 |
| 1702342-3 | Nutritional Status Assessment | 3 |
| 1702325-3 | Food Safety and Hygiene | 3 |
| 1702335-3 | Quality and Nutrition Services in Hospitals | 3 |
Level 6 19 credits
| Code | Course | Credits |
|---|---|---|
| 601301-3 | Islamic Culture (3) | 3 |
| 1702332-4 | Medical Nutrition Therapy (1) | 4 |
| 1702338-3 | Meal Preparation | 3 |
| 1702324-2 | Nutrition and Immunity | 2 |
| 1702339-2 | Malnutrition Diseases | 2 |
| 1702362-3 | Community Nutrition | 3 |
| 1702363-2 | Nutritional Counseling | 2 |
Level 7 18 credits
| Code | Course | Credits |
|---|---|---|
| 605401-2 | Holy Quran (4) | 2 |
| 1702436-3 | Enteral and Parenteral Nutrition Therapy | 3 |
| 1702467-1 | Nutrition in Islam | 1 |
| 1702452-2 | Functional Nutrition | 2 |
| 1702433-4 | Medical Nutrition Therapy (2) | 4 |
| 1702499-3 | Graduation Project | 3 |
| 1702474-1 | Fundamentals of Nutritional Statistics | 1 |
| 1702471-2 | Nutrition and Epidemiology (1) | 2 |
Level 8 18 credits
| Code | Course | Credits |
|---|---|---|
| 601401-2 | Islamic Culture (4) | 2 |
| 1702434-4 | Practical Clinical Nutrition Therapy in Hospitals | 4 |
| 1702466-3 | Nutrition Education | 3 |
| 1702426-2 | Food-Drug Interaction | 2 |
| 1702453-3 | Applied Nutrition | 3 |
| 1702427-2 | Recent Trends in Nutrition | 2 |
| 1702472-2 | Nutrition and Epidemiology (2) | 2 |
Level 9 0 credits
| Code | Course | Credits |
|---|---|---|
| 1702500-0 | Internship Year (12 months hospital training) | 0 |
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 Clinical Nutrition
How many credit hours is Clinical Nutrition at Umm Al-Qura University?
Clinical Nutrition at Umm Al-Qura University requires completing 142 credit hours to graduate, spread across 55 courses.
How many years is Clinical Nutrition at Umm Al-Qura University?
The study plan for Clinical Nutrition spans about 5 years (9 levels/semesters) under the approved plan.
What degree does Clinical Nutrition award?
Clinical Nutrition at Umm Al-Qura University awards a Bachelor's degree after completing 142 credit hours.
Is Clinical Nutrition offered at other universities?
Yes, Clinical Nutrition is offered at at least 7 other universities in the Beseyat database. You can compare their study plans in the "Same major at other universities" section on this page.