Epidemiology (Diploma) — study plan
Umm Al-Qura University College of Public Health and Health Informatics
- Credit hours
- 58
- Levels
- 4
- Courses
- 22
- Degree
- diploma
The Epidemiology (Diploma) study plan at Umm Al-Qura University is an accredited diploma programme spanning about 2 years (4 academic levels), requiring 58 credit hours across 22 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 |
|---|---|---|
| QR1101 | Tajweed of The Holy Quran | 2 |
| IND1101 | Design Thinking | 2 |
| ELIH1101 | English Language (1) | 4 |
| CHM1110 | Chemistry for Health Sciences | 2 |
| BIO1001 | Public Health Biology | 3 |
| HP1001 | Medical Terminology in Public Health | 2 |
Level 2 15 credits
| Code | Course | Credits |
|---|---|---|
| QR2102 | Memorizing the Holy Quran 1 | 2 |
| CUR1101 | University Skills | 0 |
| ELIH1102 | English Language (2) | 4 |
| MED1404 | Introduction to Anatomy and Physiology | 3 |
| HP1002 | Principles of Public Health Profession | 3 |
| HSM1212 | Attributes and Skills in Public Health | 3 |
Level 3 15 credits
| Code | Course | Credits |
|---|---|---|
| QR2103 | Memorizing the Holy Quran 2 | 2 |
| AI2001 | Introduction to Artificial Intelligence | 2 |
| EPI2004 | Basic Epidemiology | 3 |
| MTH2005 | Biostatistics1 | 3 |
| EPI3003 | Epidemiological Research | 2 |
| EPI4004 | Hospital Infection Prevention and Control | 3 |
Level 4 13 credits
| Code | Course | Credits |
|---|---|---|
| MTH2010 | Biostatistics2 | 3 |
| EPI3006 | Chronic Diseases Epidemiology | 3 |
| EPI3010 | Epidemiology of Infectious Disease | 3 |
| EPI4010 | Field Epidemiology & Outbreak Investigations | 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 Epidemiology (Diploma)
How many credit hours is Epidemiology (Diploma) at Umm Al-Qura University?
Epidemiology (Diploma) at Umm Al-Qura University requires completing 58 credit hours to graduate, spread across 22 courses.
How many years is Epidemiology (Diploma) at Umm Al-Qura University?
The study plan for Epidemiology (Diploma) spans about 2 years (4 levels/semesters) under the approved plan.
What degree does Epidemiology (Diploma) award?
Epidemiology (Diploma) at Umm Al-Qura University awards a Diploma degree after completing 58 credit hours.