Bachelor of Science in Life Sciences

The Life Sciences program is committed to providing an educational experience according to the highest standards to ensure that students completing the program will demonstrate the following student outcomes:

1. Ability to apply mathematical principles and scientific knowledge to identify, formulate, and solve complex problems in life sciences and related fields.
2. Ability to formulate or design a system, procedure, or process to produce solutions that meets the needs of society including healthcare, environmental, social, and economic issues.
3. Ability to use laboratory techniques, develop and conduct experiments, test hypothesis, analyze and interpret data, and use scientific judgment draw conclusions.
4. Ability to communicate effectively, think independently, and work in interdisciplinary research programs and fields.
5. Ability to operate professionally, ethically, and use scientific knowledge in decision-making and problem-solving.
6. Ability to function effectively as part of a team, plan tasks, meet deadlines, and make decision when facing challenges.
7. Ability and willingness to assume responsibilities and undertake leadership roles.

High school diploma or equivalent with acceptable grades, General Aptitude Test and Achievement Test (for Saudi students), English proficiency, some programs may require personal interview or additional tests

General Education Requirements (14 Credit Hours)

Free Electives (6 Credit Hours):
Any courses offered at Alfaisal University or transferred from other institutions (with prior approval).

Humanities & Social Sciences (3 Credit Hours):
Anthropology, Psychology, Sociology, Islamic Civilization, or language electives.

College Requirement Courses (25 Credit Hours)

Includes general biology, general chemistry, computer science, and calculus.

Life Sciences Core Courses (53 Credit Hours)

Includes microbiology, physiology and anatomy, biochemistry, statistics, research methodology, summer internship, and research projects.

Biological Sciences & Nanotechnology Track (18 Credit Hours)

• Molecular Biology I & II

• Biochemistry II

• Human Genetics

• Nanomaterials & Nanotechnology

Environmental Sciences & Sustainability Track (18 Credit Hours)

• Conservation Biology

• Environmental Health

• Energy & Sustainability

• Environmental Monitoring

• Waste Management

• Environmental Policy & Economics

Program Electives (15 Credit Hours)

Includes courses such as Analytical Chemistry, Medicinal Chemistry, Environmental Toxicology, Forensic Science, Immunology, Cancer Biology, Bioinformatics, Virology, and Special Topics in Life Sciences.