Biology King Khalid University

Overview

Objectives of the Biology program at King Khalid University :                                                 

• Active participation in current and future research topics to enrich knowledge in biological sciences
• Provide distinguished graduates and competitors in the labour market

• Provide the Kingdom's scientific institutions with qualified individuals to keep pace with rapid progress in biological and biotechnological sciences
• Provide students with extensive scientific and field expertise
• Strengthen the theoretical and creative basis and ability to communicate effectively and work collaboratively
• Create an educational environment that encourages self-reliance in education and learning.
• Contribute to the community service through scientific research.

Graduate attributes:                                                                                                                        

• Excellent knowledge of the main tools and methods used in the biological sciences

• Leadership ability and efficiency in applying scientific methods and optimal use of modern laboratory tools and techniques

• A high level of experience, problem-solving, and scientific research completion capability

• Excellence in intellectual integrity and scientific research ethics

• Able to identify and propose possible solutions to the difficulties that occur in the field of study

• Understand the importance of professional ethics in all aspects of scientific communication and laboratory work

• Professional and academic skills in the preparation of biological research 

• The ability to occupy many jobs commensurate with their educational qualification.

Learning Outcomes:   

Knowledge:                                                                                                                                      

• Knowledge of basic concepts, theories, principles, biological scientific terminology, and biological functions of organisms and their classification.
• Describe the relationship between cells, tissues, and organs, as well as biochemical and physiological functions.
• Understanding environmental factors and their impact on biodiversity and ecosystems.
• Knowledge of modern biological applications and techniques used in biological diagnosis of normal and abnormal vital functions.

Skills:                                                                                                                                               

• Apply the appropriate scientific methods and techniques to collect and handle samples.
• Interpret and evaluate the results of biological experiments and field studies using statistical methods, analysis of primary data, and problem solving.
• Ability to understand; critique and compare scientific papers as well as to prepare and publish distinguished research in biology.
• Ability for decisions making based on advanced knowledge in biological concepts.

Values:                                                                                                                                               

• Respect ethical and scientific values and the ability to assume responsibility.
• Respond effectively in investing knowledge, personal skills and collaborative work.
• Participate, volunteer and contribute effectively to national strategies and society's issues.